Offers an introduction to the aeroplane cockpit automation, prevalent in general-aviation aircraft. This book provides common-sense instructions and illustrations for each step of an actual flight - from pre-flight, taxi-out, take-off, cruising, descent, and landing. It comes with a 30-minute DVD that presents specific flight scenarios.

(Paperback)

Offers an understanding of basic flight principles and advice on what to do once inside the cockpit. Containing step-by-step descriptions of a thorough pre-flight inspection, start-up, taxi, takeoff, cruise, approach, landing, and after-landing actions, this guide places emphasis on what a pilot should actually be doing while in the pilot seat.

(Paperback, 2013 Edition)

A study guide for becoming an FAA-approved helicopter pilot and flight instructor

(Paperback, 9th edition)

Original edition entitled: Commercial oral exam guide.

(Paperback, Supplement)

Aimed at the applicants studying for the FAA Flight Engineer Knowledge Exam, this guide gives answers and explanations for various questions in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) exam database. It covers regulations, aerodynamics, engine and fuel systems, and performance computations.

(Paperback, 2010 Edition)

Guides students, instructors, and FAA-designated examiners through what should happen in an FAA 'checkride'. This book outlines the knowledge and experience prerequisites, and list the levels of skill that must be demonstrated before an examiner can issue a certificate or rating to an applicant.

(Paperback)

Journey life's skies with the author as he matures from fledgling to seasoned aviator, encountering aerial adventure and colourful characters along the way.

(Paperback)

Takes the airplane enthusiasts on a tour of 11 of the most popular high-performance, single-engine airplane models, commonly referred to as light retractables. Each plane's development history is accompanied by an insight into its design considerations, evolutionary changes, the pros and cons of each model, and maintenance issues.

(Paperback)

(Paperback, 2013 Edition)

(Paperback, Second Edition)

Continuing to educate pilots in the "thinking game" of instrument flight, this new edition is updated to include GPS technology and its importance. Commentary from both a relatively inexperienced IFR pilot as well as a seasoned flight instructor allow the examination of the concerns from different perspectives.

(Paperback, Ninth Edition)

Original edition entitled: Instrument oral exam guide.

(Paperback, 2010 Edition)

Guides student pilots, flight instructors, and FAA-designated examiners through checkrides - the final test in acquiring a pilot license. This book lists the knowledge and experience prerequisites and provides study and reference materials.

(Paperback, Third Edition)

Discusses the performance specifications, structural details, and history of more than 500 aircraft from around the world. This guide features single- and multi-engine planes, jets, antiques, sailplanes, and military aircraft in hundreds of photographs along with data about each aircraft's horsepower, thrust, speed, and range.

(Paperback)

Picking up where initial pilot training leaves off, this collection of stories offers practical tips and techniques for pilots to use in daily flight operations and improve their skills. Taken from the author's own logbook, the stories reflect different phases of flight: pre-flight, departure, en route, and arrival.

(Paperback)

Taken from both military and civilian experiences, this compilation of articles and stories looks at some of the aviation expert's most memorable experiences.

(Paperback)

(Paperback, Second Edition)

For pilots looking to improve their math skills in the cockpit and easily perform math calculations in their heads, this book offers numerous tips and invaluable tricks to help in all areas of cockpit calculations.

(Paperback, Seventh Edition)

(Paperback, 2nd edition)

Intended for pilots who want to transition from land-based aircraft to seaplanes, this guide is designed to teach the special manoeuvres that are required for the FAA's seaplane rating. It also gives insight into the important practical differences between flying landplanes and seaplanes.

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(Paperback)