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Airplane Flying Handbook (Federal Aviation Administration)

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The Airplane Flying Handbook by the Federal Aviation Administration serves as an essential guide for prospective pilots, covering a wide range of topics from basic flight procedures to advanced manoeuvres. It delves into the principles of flight, navigation techniques, weather impacts, and safety protocols crucial for flying. Perfect for those interested in aviation, the handbook blends theoretical concepts with practical guidance, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced flyers.
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You might enjoy this book if you're an aspiring pilot looking for comprehensive insights into basic airplane flying techniques, as it offers thorough explanations on flight principles, manoeuvres, and aeroplane handling. It could also appeal to aviation enthusiasts eager to understand flying dynamics from a trusted source used by professionals and hobbyists alike.

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Airplane Flying Handbook (Federal Aviation Administration)

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The Federal Aviation Administration's Airplane Flying Handbook provides pilots, student pilots, aviation instructors, and aviation specialists with information on every topic needed to qualify for and excel in the field of aviation.

Topics covered include:

Ground operations
Cockpit management
Flight standards
Preflight assessment of the aircraft
Risk and resource management
The four fundamentals of flying
Before-takeoff check
Integrated flight control
Slow flights
Stall recognition and characterisation
Spins
Takeoff
Airport traffic patterns
Approaches and landings
Ground reference manoeuvres
Night operations
And much more

Updated to include the most current information, the Airplane Flying Handbook is a great study guide for current pilots and for potential pilots who are interested in applying for their first licence. It is also the perfect gift for any aircraft or aeronautical buff.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510712836

Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Skyhorse Publishing

Illustration: Color photos throughout, color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

  • Foreword by David Soucie

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 1202g

Pages: 348

About the Author

The Federal Aviation Administration is the national aviation authority of the United States. It regulates and oversees the aviation industry, pilot licensing, and airspace with the goal of providing "the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world."

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