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Stick and Rudder |
Langwiesche, Wolfgang |
Although written in the 1930s, this excellent
book explaining the art of flying is as relevant today as it was then –
and in many ways no less controversial, as it demolishes some of the long
held myths about flying technique that still persist today. Explaining in
simple terms what happens when a pilot flies, and how and why it happens,
this is a book found on the bookshelves of all pilots ‘in the know’
The first and best exact analysis of the art of flying. Shows exactly what the pilot does when he flies, just how he does it and why |
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IFR: A Structured Approach |
Eckalbar, John |
The latest book from John Eckalbar (author of Flying the Beech Bonanza and Flying High Performance Singles and Twins) explores the real world of IFR flying by tracing an imaginary training flight from start to finish. Along the way, the author stops the trip to expand on important issues like flying the ILS, when to shoot a circling approach and using approach control to your advantage. Includes a must-read section on the new GPS/WAAS approaches and how to fly them. Throughout, Eckalbar describes how to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for yourself that will improve your flying. Approx. 250 pages, hardcover. |
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Making Perfect Landings in Light Airplanes |
Fowler |
This thorough guide is intended to make the typical private pilot an expert in one phase of flight, the landing. Detailed but easy-to-understand information gives pilots the knowledge they need to go beyond rote reactions in order to develop piloting excellence. Black and white photographs, approx. 135 pages, paperback. |
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Multi-Engine Piston |
Robson, David |
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** |
Human Factors in Flight |
Frank H. Hawkins |
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**** |
Moving Up to
Twin-Engine Airplanes |
Ethell, Jeffrey |
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Flying
Practical Handbook |
Jean Zilio
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The consecration for an author
is to see his name becoming more famous than his books. When his name is
familiar to everybody and merely common, he reaches a kind of crowned
achievement. It is the case for Jean Zilio. He is an instructor pilot with
a large flying experience and a real talent to transmit it while teaching
all his pupils, professional pilots or only private ones.
The different documents, he created for
his lessons, are gathered in this Flying Practicle Handbook reaching its
eighth edition. Several generations of pilots using it during their
training had participated to its real success.
Why such an interest for this Zilio ?
Because this handbook is less theoretical than the other official ones,
and gives many practical advices for correct flying. Thematic cards
explain clearly the basic control manoeuvres and the best methods to find
the safest air trajectories. They are clearly illustrated with drawings
and graphics of the author, a good way to show how to get progressively a
full pilot’s skill and ability.Obviously, this handbook is useful for
the beginners and student pilots but offers also good information and
refreshments to more trained, and it is very easy to use from 0 to 25 000
flying hours logged |
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De magie van het vliegen
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The miracle of flight
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Dalton, Stephen |
Rijk met foto's en tekeningen
geillustreerd boek over het vliegen door dier en mens. Na een uitgebreide
uitleg over de natuurkundige aspecten van het verschijnsel vliegen in de
lucht, gaat de auteur in op de vraag hoe dieren en vervolgens mensen hun
vermogen ontwikkelden om te vliegen. Aan het slot een beschrijving van hoe
de mens tenslotte ook de atmosfeer weet te verlaten en zich leert bewegen
in de ruimte. |
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** |
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McGuire,
Jerry;
Howell
Warner, Emily |
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***** |
Flying the Edge : Operation at
the Threshold of Optimum Performance
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McAllister,
Brian
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Designed to help pilots at all
levels of experience, this book concentrates on the full utilization of an
aircraft's safe flight parameters. In particular, it covers the topics of
low-speed flight during take-off and landing, STOL, and essential
performance problems encountered in normal flying.
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Instrument Flying Handbook
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Turner,
Thomas P. |
Complete and essential
instrument knowledge is compiled in this pilot-ready reference. Features
human factors in instrument flying; an Instrument Rating Training
Syllabus; primary and support instruments; flight phases on instruments;
instrument navigation; emergency procedures and illustrations; IRF flight
planning; IFR flight charts; and more. |
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Instrument
Flying 3e
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Taylor,
Richard L. |
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ATC and Weather: Mastering the Systems |
Collins, Richard |
Collins reveals how to work air traffic control and weather services to your maximum advantage. The emphasis is on judgment and the interface between pilot and environment, addressing both VFR and IFR situations from flight planning on through arrival, approach and landing. Approx. 160 pages, paperback. (ASA part #ATC-WX) |
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**** |
Piper Warrior: A Pilot's Guide |
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Comprehensive guides discuss fundamentals of flight for each particular aircraft, including general descriptions, aircraft limitations, individual handling characteristics and landing/performance information. (ASA part #PG-PA-28W) |
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**** |
The Complete Advanced Pilot |
Gardner, Bob |
~Contains all the necessary material for both Commercial and Instrument certification. Approx. 400 pages, paperback. (ASA part #CAP-3) |
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Visualized Flight Maneuvers Handbook (ASA, Low Wing
Aircraft) |
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These books provide excellent learning and teaching aids for students and instructors alike. Each book covers all maneuvers necessary for Private, Commercial, and CFI certificates. Maneuvers are described in detail and depicted graphically with numbers to coordinate the step-by-step description with the graphic representation. Organized with fold-out pages so each maneuver is complete on one page. Allows reader to absorb all visual and textual information about the maneuver without turning pages. Approx. 50 pages each, vinyl cover. (ASA part #VFM-LO-2) |
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Visualized Flight Maneuvers Handbook (ASA, High Wing
Aircraft) |
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These books provide excellent learning and teaching aids for students and instructors alike. Each book covers all maneuvers necessary for Private, Commercial, and CFI certificates. Maneuvers are described in detail and depicted graphically with numbers to coordinate the step-by-step description with the graphic representation. Organized with fold-out pages so each maneuver is complete on one page. Allows reader to absorb all visual and textual information about the maneuver without turning pages. Approx. 50 pages each, vinyl cover. (ASA part #VFM-HI-2A) |
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Private Pilot's Licence Course Vol.1 Flying Training |
Jeremy M Pratt |
The first book in the PPL course series,
follows the JAA PPL and NPPL flying training syllabus and encompasses many
issues concerning today’s pilots (wake turbulence, ATC procedures,
transponders and radar, radio navigation, noise abatement etc.) as well as
those timeless airmanship issues that have always been vital to safe
flying (lookout, carburettor icing, organising cockpit workload etc.). The
book is presented in a straightforward manner, with no irrelevant
theoretical material, and is illustrated throughout with diagrams, line
drawings and photographs, including a step-by-step ‘patter’ of each
flight exercise with internal and external views to match.
• Up-to-date and comprehensive coverage of the JAR-PPL
and NPPL flying training course
• Background Briefing for each flight exercise
• ‘Step-by-step’ explanation of all flight manoeuvres
• Fully illustrated, easy-to-follow format
• CAA LASORS recommended |
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***** |
Private Pilot's Licence Course, Vol 3 Navigation &
Meteorology |
Jeremy M Pratt |
Profusely illustrated with full colour
diagrams, illustrations and photographs, the meteorology section has been
written with the assistance of the Met. Office, and includes the latest
advances such as interpreting satellite pictures and Internet services.
The navigation section includes detailed and fully-illustrated information
on how to plan and conduct a VFR flight, including an illustrated map
reading flight, the latest map symbology and radio navigation theory. The
complimentary subjects of Meteorology and Navigation covered in one book
• Includes radio navigation
• Includes full colour section
• Revision questions at the end of each chapter
• Includes actual map-reading flight and practical flight planning
example
• CAA LASORS recommended
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**** |
Private Pilot's Licence Course, Vol 4 Principles of Flight,
Air |
Jeremy M Pratt |
The first section of PPL4 deals with basic
aerodynamics, moving on to the physical characteristics of the aeroplane
including modern construction materials and designs. PPL4 also explains
aircraft loading and performance, aircraft documentation and maintenance
procedures and general flight safety.
• Fully illustrated with photographs, line drawings and diagrams
• Includes separate Flight Planning section
• Full colour section
• Revision questions at the end of each chapter
• CAA LASORS recommended
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**** |
Beyond The PPL |
Nigel Everett |
Written in a friendly and accessible style by
an established aviation author and experienced pilot, Beyond the PPL
fulfils the need for a book to take pilots beyond their basic training. It
describes in detail many of the challenges awaiting a new pilot –
touring flight, radio navigation, flight over water, farm strips, dealing
with ATC etc. It also looks at how to stay current and how to maintain and
improve your flying skills and deals honestly with the pleasures and
pitfalls of flying for fun. In fact, everything they didn’t teach you at
your flying school!
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Briefings
voor het Vliegbewijs A |
Streks, Cees |
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