Pilot Operating Handbook (POH)

A Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) is an official manual provided with an aircraft that contains vital information about the plane's operation, performance, and systems. It serves as a comprehensive guide for pilots, detailing procedures for normal and emergency conditions, safety protocols, weight limits, weather considerations, and troubleshooting. Essentially, the POH ensures pilots have accurate, standardized guidance to operate the aircraft safely and efficiently, tailored specifically to that aircraft model. It is an essential reference for understanding how to properly handle the aircraft throughout all phases of flight.