Understanding CATS and CARS

Author: Phillip Marais

This book is aimed at providing the professional pilot with all the information about CATS and CARs required to pass a CPL, ATP or IF test.

Written by a South African DFE, this straightforward guide demystifies the CATS and CARs and provides the professional pilot with a working knowledge of the law. This is not a copy and paste of the law, but rather an easy-to-understand compilation of the essential knowledge required.

Understanding CATS & CARS includes:

All Weather Operations (AWOPS)

Performance requirements

Fuel planning

Operational information

– TAWS

– ACAS

– GNSS

– Adverse weather operations

– Communication failure procedures

– Flight and Duty

– AIP Chart

Licensing

A quick reference for TAF and METAR decodes

Whether preparing for a flight test or interview, or wanting to know how to apply the law, this is the guide for you!