Basic Aeronautical Knowledge – Airspeed Types

Basic Aeronautical Knowledge – Airspeeds Explained Understanding airspeeds is essential for every pilot! In this video, we break down the different types of airspeed used in aviation and explain why they matter. What You’ll Learn in This Video: What is a Knot? – Why aviation uses knots instead of miles per hour Indicated Airspeed (IAS) – The speed shown on your airspeed indicator Calibrated Airspeed (CAS) – IAS corrected for instrument and position errors True Airspeed (TAS) – The aircraft’s actual speed through the air, corrected for altitude and air density Ground Speed (GS) – How wind affects your actual speed over the ground This video is part of the Basic Aeronautical Knowledge (BAK) Series, designed to help student pilots and aviation enthusiasts master key concepts. Whether you’re preparing for your PPL or just love aviation, this lesson will boost your understanding of airspeeds! Subscribe to Team Aviation for More Training Videos! Website: www.teamaviation.com.au Have questions? Drop them in the comments below!