The fundamentals of aviating haven’t changed terribly much since Orville and Wilbur first went skyward. A lot has evolved, but lift, drag, weather, aerodynamics and more really haven’t. For that reason, a book that covers the timeless fundamentals while not being out-of-date is an invaluable asset on an bookshelf. Bob Gardner’s “The Complete Private Pilot” […]
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ASA releases new flight manual bundles
The Student Pilot’s Flight Manual and The Instrument Flight Manual from William Kershner’s Flight Manual Series are now available in eBundle format. Each print book is packaged with a code to download its eBook counterpart. For just a few dollars more than the cost of the printed book, students can have a print copy for the office […]
The Frugal Pilot book published
Dan Ramsey, who wrote The Frugal Pilot column for General Aviation News for the past few years, has published “The Frugal Pilot: How to Fly on a Budget.” In the book, Ramsey includes hundreds of tips on aircraft maintenance, price shopping, barter and trade, multitask flying, co-ownership, partnerships, flying clubs, reducing taxes, owner maintenance, selecting […]
Second edition of The Savvy Flight Instructor released
Just released is the second edition of Greg Brown’s “The Savvy Flight Instructor: Secrets of the Successful CFI.” Included in the new edition are “Finer Points” sections from contributing authors comprised of tips and techniques for systematizing customer success and satisfaction, pricing and structuring your services to fit today’s markets, and implementing flight instructor professionalism. […]
Inspection Authorization Test Prep now available as ebook
The Inspection Authorization Test Prep is now available in eBook PDF format. The eBook provides aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) with the resources needed to pass the the FAA’s Inspection Authorization (IA) Knowledge Exam, and helps candidates become familiar with the privileges and limitations of the highest level of maintenance certification. The IA exam remains a […]
Latest edition of Instrument Procedures Handbook released
The latest edition of the FAA’s Instrument Procedures Handbook (FAA-H-8083-16A) is now available from ASA. This new edition supersedes the previous version (FAA-H-8083-16), and contains substantial changes, updates, and reorganization of material that should be reviewed by anyone who flies under instrument flight rules (IFR) or will be flying in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC), ASA […]
New book, ‘A Pilot’s Accident Review,’ published
Now available is “A Pilot’s Accident Review” by John Lowery. The book compiles an in-depth analysis of high-profile — as well as some not so well-known — aviation accidents, such as the JFK, Jr. and Concorde accidents, and those involving Frank Sinatra’s mother, Reba McIntire’s band, John Denver, and Wiley Post. “A Pilot’s Accident Review” provides pilots with a […]
Composite textbook now in ebook
“Essentials of Advanced Composite Fabrication and Repair” is now available in eBook ePub format from ASA. The textbook, which can also be downloaded from iBooks, is a primer for beginners to composite technology, yet also works as a resource for long-time composites professionals, according to ASA officials. The book covers a wide array of composites fundamentals, […]
Mental Math for Pilots now available as ebook
The second edition of “Mental Math for Pilots” is now available in eBook PDF and eBook ePub formats. Author Ronald D. McElroy helps readers rev-up brainpower, allowing quick processing of complex equations while expanding mental acuity for a wide range of practical math problems frequently used in flight, according to the publisher. Quick recall and […]