| Qualify with one of the following:
Hold the Basic Aviation Skills Badge; OR
Be at least 11½ years and complete requirements 1 and 5 of the Basic Aviation Skills Badge.
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| List the main types of aircraft and identify the parts of an aeroplane |
| Identify 12 aircraft in use today from pictures or in flight. These must include at least 2 civil commercial aircraft, 2 military aircraft and 2 light private aircraft. |
| Explain how wind speed and direction are measured and how weather can affect various air activities. Demonstrate how to obtain a local forecast for an air activity.
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| Understand the phonetic alphabet, explain why it is used and demonstrate its use.
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| Demonstrate ability to trim a suitable model glider to perform a straight glide, stall and specified turn. Explain the relationships between lift, drag, thrust and weight |
| Choose one of the following activities:
Fly in a light aircraft or glider as a passenger and know the Rules in Policy, Organisation and Rules relating to flying.
Help to organise a visit to an airfield or place of aviation history for a group of Scouts. Explain to your assessor what you would need to tell the Scouts prior to the visit.
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| From the list of Aviation Skills - training activities complete a further six items taken from at least four different sections.
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