Description
The Bob Tait RPL/PPL Study Guide Volume 1 is a foundational home-study textbook designed to prepare student pilots in Australia for the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL) theory examination.
Key Features & Overview
- Scope: Formerly known as the BAK (Basic Aeronautical Knowledge) book, Volume 1 covers core essential subjects including Human Performance, Air Law (as it applies to the RPL), and the basics of aircraft engines and systems.
- Teaching Style: Complex aviation and physics concepts are broken down into small, digestible lessons with frequent review pauses, practice progress tests, and sample exams.
- CASA Exam Alignment: Because CASA's RPL exams (delivered via ASL) frequently draw content from PPL-level material, students are often advised to study both Volume 1 and Volume 2 (Private Pilot Licence) or check with their theory provider.
- Pricing & Availability: Typically priced around $99.50 for Vol 1 with combo packages including Vol & Vol 2 available from The Aviator Store at reduced prices.