Just released is “Flying the Cessna 210: The Secrets Unlocked,” an all-new primer on owning and flying the Cessna 210 by six-time Master CFI Chuck McGill. The book helps aviators master the art of piloting this complex airplane, according to the author, who offers his wisdom on optimum performance and safe operations based on his […]
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Free eBook ‘How To Be A Pilot’ released
iFLYblog.com has released a new eBook that walks people through the process of getting their pilot’s license, step-by-step. Written by an experienced CFI, the free book is full of insider tips and techniques to set candidates up for success. Brent Owens, the force behind iFLYblog.com, suggests people who are already pilots should take advantage of […]
New editions of Visualized Flight Maneuvers released
Just released are the latest editions of “Visualized Flight Maneuvers” for high- and low-wing aircraft. These maneuvers manuals cover all the flight maneuvers required for Private, Sport, Commercial, and Flight Instructor certification. Each maneuver is depicted in detail according to type of aircraft in which the lesson will take place, states the objective of the […]
‘Aircraft’ should delight readers
Are you on the hunt for a new history of aviation book? If so, “Aircraft: The Definitive Visual History” should pique your interest. The 300+ page book is full of more than 800 color pictures, divided into 10 chapters. Each chapter, except the first, dives into aviation history, by decade. The layout is compelling and […]
The quest for the perfect takeoff and landing
Now available is “Making Perfect Takeoffs and Landings in Light Airplanes” by Ron Fowler. Originally published as two separate books, this newly-combined edition shows pilots how to develop total awareness for the situation, the airplane, and the self — and to convert that awareness into perfect takeoffs and landings, the publisher promises. Each chapter defines […]
Jeppesen e-books now available
AERO FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, GERMANY – Jeppesen now offers customers delivery of its e-book training textbooks and materials directly through its JeppDirect.com site for use with Apple iOS and Android devices, as well as for PC and Mac computers. Previously only available through the Apple iBookstore, Jeppesen e-book titles provided through JeppDirect.com now offer multiple platform delivery […]
Second edition of Rotax 912 Engine Introduction released
The second edition of “Rotax 912 Engine Introduction,” a DVD by Paul Hamilton that provides tips and techniques for trouble-free operation of a Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) with a ROTAX 912 engine, has been released. It also provides an introduction to important aspects of maintaining the 912 and 912S. Based on years of operational and maintenance […]
Emergency Maneuver Training, Stall/Spin Awareness now available as iBooks
Rich Stowell recently announced that his books, “Emergency Maneuver Training” and “Stall/Spin Awareness,” are now available through Apple’s iBookstore. An expert on loss of control, Stowell produced the books, as well as four DVD programs, to address spins, emergency maneuvers, and aerobatics. He was on the team that created last year’s FAA Safety Standown, presented […]
The Pilot’s Guide to the Airline Cockpit updated
The second edition of “The Pilot’s Guide to the Airline Cockpit” has been released. This book by Stephen Casner introduces pilots to the fundamentals of today’s airline cockpit before they enter training at an airline company. Previously titled The Pilot’s Guide to the Modern Airline Cockpit, the book bridges the gap between the skills pilots […]