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Book cover: The Story of American AviationThe Story of American Aviation
by - The John C. Winston Co ,
The thrilling story of how the airplane grew and the part it has played in the war and peacetime history of the United States of America. This book is exceptionally well illustrated with watercolors, line drawings and graphics by the author.
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Book cover: On a Steel Horse I RideOn a Steel Horse I Ride
by - AU Press ,
Born of necessity in the war in Southeast Asia to fly search and rescue and special operations missions, the USAF fleet of 52 HH-53s and 20 CH-53s were modified with state-of-the-art precision navigation capability and redesignated as MH-53J/Ms.
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Book cover: Air Navigation for Flight OfficersAir Navigation for Flight Officers
by - Gieves publishing company ,
This work (first published in 1917) has been undertaken in the hope that it may prove of assistance to officers in the Royal Naval Air Service, as it condenses into a small compass all the subjects in navigation they are required to know.
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Book cover: Zeppelin: The Story of a Great AchievementZeppelin: The Story of a Great Achievement
by ,
This book recounts the life and work of Count Zeppelin. In addition to descriptive text, the book includes nearly 100 rare photographs and line drawings detailing the history, construction and operation of these remarkable craft.
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Book cover: Risk Management HandbookRisk Management Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
Providing tools to aid pilots in achieving the safest possible flights with the least amount of risk, this comprehensive manual covers subjects such as human behavior, identifying and mitigating risk, aeronautical decision-making, etc.
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Book cover: Plane Sense: General Aviation InformationPlane Sense: General Aviation Information
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
This handbook is a valuable reference tool for reviewing the nuts and bolts of general aviation, outlining the rules, regulations, and practical aspects of owning and operating a private aircraft. Quick reference tools are also included.
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Book cover: Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical KnowledgePilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
This resource includes basic knowledge that is essential for all pilots, from beginning students to those pursuing advanced pilot certificates. This updated guide covers a wide array of fundamental subjects, including principles of flight.
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Book cover: Instrument Procedures HandbookInstrument Procedures Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
An excellent resource for instrument-rated pilots who want to learn how to maximize their skills in an 'Instrument Flight Rules' (IFR) environment, this revised handbook contains up-to-date information, the latest changes to procedures, etc.
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Book cover: Instrument Flying HandbookInstrument Flying Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
The Federal Aviation Administration's Instrument Flying Handbook provides pilots, student pilots, aviation instructors, and controllers with the knowledge and skills required to operate in instrument meteorological conditions.
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Book cover: Aviation Instructor's HandbookAviation Instructor's Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
A reference tool to the information necessary for operating as an authorized flight instructor, this book was designed for ground, flight, and aviation maintenance instructors to provide information on learning and teaching aeronautical knowledge.
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Book cover: Advanced Avionics HandbookAdvanced Avionics Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
Providing aviators with comprehensive information on the advanced avionics equipment available in technically sophisticated aircraft, this FAA handbook covers a wide range of subjects about the essentials of operating cockpit-computers.
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Book cover: Weight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying HandbookWeight-Shift Control Aircraft Flying Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
The Handbook introduces the basic pilot skills that are essential for piloting WSC aircraft. It introduces the knowledge that is needed in pilot training. This handbook is for student pilots, as well as those pursuing more advanced certificates.
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Book cover: Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations HandbookSeaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
The basic skills and aeronautical knowledge necessary for piloting airplanes or helicopters on water, snow, or ice are introduced in this official FAA handbook to seaplane operation. Pilots and flight instructors will find this guide indispensable.
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Book cover: Rotorcraft Flying HandbookRotorcraft Flying Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
Provides technical assistance to applicants preparing for pilot certificates with a helicopter or gyroplane class rating. Here are explanations of aerodynamics, navigation, communication, flight controls, flight maneuvers, emergencies, and more.
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Book cover: Parachute Rigger HandbookParachute Rigger Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
The handbook is primarily intended to assist individuals who are preparing for the parachute rigger airman knowledge test and the oral and practical test. The material presented in this handbook is appropriate for senior and master parachute riggers.
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Book cover: Glider Flying HandbookGlider Flying Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
This book lays out the science, mechanics, and regulations that every pilot needs to know. It covers components and systems, flight instruments, performance limitations, preflight and ground operations, launch procedures, flight maneuvers, etc.
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Book cover: Balloon Flying HandbookBalloon Flying Handbook
- Federal Aviation Administration ,
This Balloon Flying Handbook introduces the basic pilot knowledge and skills that are essential for piloting balloons. It introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge that will be needed as they progress in their pilot training.
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Book cover: Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - GeneralAviation Maintenance Technician Handbook - General
- Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc. ,
All the latest industry standards, approved techniques and new technologies materials, and processes are covered in this updated handbook specifically tailored to provide all the information necessary to prepare for the FAA mechanic certification.
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Book cover: Amateur-Built Aircraft and Ultralight Flight Testing HandbookAmateur-Built Aircraft and Ultralight Flight Testing Handbook
- US Government Printing Office ,
The purpose of this advisory circular is to make amateur-built/ultralight aircraft pilots aware that test flying an aircraft is a critical undertaking, which should be approached with thorough planning, skill, and common sense.
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Book cover: Airplane Flying HandbookAirplane Flying Handbook
- Aviation Supplies & Academics ,
The fundamental skills and essential information necessary for piloting airplanes are introduced in this beginning aviator's guide. Pilots wishing to improve their flying proficiency will benefit from the information in this pilot resource.
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Book cover: A History of AeronauticsA History of Aeronautics
by - Project Gutenberg ,
Evelyn Charles Vivian (1882 - 1947) gives a detailed account of the history of aeronautics through 1920. Famous fliers are discussed and the evolution of the aeroplane is covered. The advancements in engine design are also included.
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Book cover: Quest for Performance: The Evolution of Modern AircraftQuest for Performance: The Evolution of Modern Aircraft
by - United States Government Printing ,
This volume traces the technical development of the airplane from a curiosity at the beginning of World War I to the highly useful machine of today. Included are significant aircraft that incorporated important technical innovations.
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Book cover: The First Flight Across The AtlanticThe First Flight Across The Atlantic
by - NC-4 50th Anniversary Committee ,
Early in 1919, a young Naval Aviator predicted that trans-oceanic flight was 'a perfectly safe and sane commercial proposition, not a gigantic gamble.' The U.S.Navy NC-4 proved how right he was with the first flight across the Atlantic.
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Book cover: The story of the aeroplaneThe story of the aeroplane
by - Small, Maynard and Co ,
The book on the early history of aeroplane, written by Claude Grahame-White, the pioneer of flight. It covers the beginning development in Europe, the first historic flight, development of the aeroplane engine, first fatal accidents, and more.
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