Aerodynamics and Propulsion · SHS2 Aviation And…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: 2.1.2.LI.2 - Explain the impact of the weather elements on flight.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Explain how temperature, pressure, wind, visibility and precipitation each affect the performance and safety of an aircraft during different phases of flight.
Analyse a given weather scenario and predict its likely impact on a flight, justifying their reasoning with reference to weather elements.
Distinguish between weather conditions that are manageable for pilots and those that require diversion, delay or cancellation of a flight.
Evaluate the role of weather reports and forecasts in flight planning, using a real or simulated weather report for an airport in Ghana.
Assess the impact of a specific weather hazard (for example, a thunderstorm or harmattan haze) on aircraft operations and recommend appropriate pilot actions.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Core Concepts in Aerospace Engineering (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Aerodynamics and Propulsion (1.2)
Content standard: 2.1.2.CS.1 - Demonstrate knowledge of the properties of the international standard atmosphere. 2.1.2.LO.1 Explain the importance of weather in flight 2.1.2.LO.2 Identify the forces acting on an aerospace vehicle in flight. 2.1.2.LO.3 Compute the thrust generated by the propulsion system of an aerospace vehicle.
Indicator: 2.1.2.LI.2 - Explain the impact of the weather elements on flight.
Suggested placement: Semester 1, Week 2 (Week 2 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: NaCCA curriculum document, p. 65

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Talk for Learning: Think-pair and share possible effects of bad weather on flight. Organize thoughts and views of learners using mind maps. Listen to learners' views respectfully and comment
Teaching and Learning Resources:
- Thermometer
- Anemometer
- Wind vane
- Introduction to flight (a book by John D. Anderson Jr.)
- National Geographic videos on accidents investigation
- A picture of the profile of the
- Introduction to flight (a book by
- aircraft incidents and
- atmosphere
- John D. Anderson Jr.)
Assessment (2.1.2.AS.2). The document marks these depth-of-knowledge levels for this indicator: Level 3 Strategic reasoning.