Meteorology (AMET)
Overview
To obtain your Air Transport Pilot Licence, you must pass the seven ATPL Theory Examinations. Our comprehensive course will ensure you are confident and ready for the CASA Examination.
Prerequisites
Pass in the CASA CPL(A) Meteorology Theory Examination.
References
Aviation Theory Centre’s “Meteorology for the CASA PPL/CPL Day VFR Syllabus” textbook and Bureau of Meteorology’s “Manual of Aviation Meteorology” book.
Topics Covered
- The Atmosphere
- Atmospheric Pressure
- Atmospheric Stability
- Clouds & Precipitation
- Wind
- Meteorological Hazards
- Synoptic Meteorology
- Climatology
- Upper Level Meteorology
- Weather Services, Reports and Forecasts.
Conduct
Either 8 x 45 minute lessons per day over three days, from 0800 to 1700 hours; OR 4 x 45 minute lessons per day over six evenings, from 1800 to 2200 hours; at the GFT Theory & Briefing Room, Hangar 3, 26-28 Lockheed Close, West Sale Airport, Victoria, 3851.
Examination
The CASA AMET Exam duration is 1 hour 30 minutes and the pass mark is 70%.
CASA Examinations are provided by Aspeq Exam Centres from Monday to Friday, excluding Public Holidays, and are subject to prior booking.
The sitting fee is $92.09 and the CASA Fee is $65.
Course Fee
$895