This guide for new pilots proves that the fun has just begun when you pocket that precious certificate that says you're free to fly on your own. Now, veteran pilot LeRoy Cook shows you what lies beyond flight school. This indispensable, skill-building handbook not only leads you through becoming a fully fledged, confident, and...

Provides a series of easy to use preflight planning checklists designed to stop any error clock from starting before a flight begins. Created for repeated use, it is a must have for every flight bag. ...

Business aviation is probably at its most exciting since the day the world woke up to Bill Lear's concept that led to the coining of the phrase "jetsetter." In 2006 some 13 business aircraft received certification or were first delivered to customers - as we enter 2007 there are close to another 20 business aircraft in ser...

Have you ever wondered about the meaning of a certain chart feature or symbol? Go beyond the standard chart legends with this comprehensive guide! Using and understanding aeronautical charts is an essential skill for every pilot. This updated 9th Edition of the Aeronautical Chart User's Guide by the FAA National Aeronautical N...

A brand-new concept from AFE – an indispensable checklist containing all the vital in-flight information that pilots need at their finger tips. It is often said that a pilot's IQ halves in the cockpit and faced with, say, an unexpected taxiway marker, confusion follows. The Cockpit Companion is specifically designed for just th...

Includes the addition ammendment 2 to EU-OPS . EU-OPS1 & JAR-OPS 3 covers the operational requirements of any civil aircraft operated as a commercial air transport flight. EU-OPS 1 applies to aeroplane operators whose main place of business is within an EU member state whereas JAR-OPS 3 covers helicopter operators whose main p...

This publication covers the requirements for initial issue of a JAA Flight Crew Licence and also the requirements for holders of National Flight Crew Licences wishing to convert to a JAA Licence. For holders of professional flight crew licences additional knowledge of JAR-OPS 1 or 3, aeroplanes or helicopters respectively, is a...

This publication describes the Eurocopter EC120 helicopter, its construction, systems, imitations, normal and emergency procedures. The book is illustrated with numerous line drawings, tables and colour photographs. The layout follows the JAR-FCL Helicopter type rating syllabus. The author holds an Honours Degree in mechanica...

This must-have book follows the Airbus A380 from it's birthplace in Toulouse to the first public appearance at the Paris Air Show and beyond. Carrying up to 800 passengers across three classes, the Superjumbo is set to revolutionize aviation travel, with bars, boutiques, duty-free shops, a 261 foot wingspan, all mounted on a bo...

Record: Date /Airport /Registration /Flight No./ Operator /Aircraft/ Remarks. List of Airline Codes List of Aircraft type codes Airport VHF Radio Frequencies. Laminated front & rear covers.   Front Cover Colour Illustrated A6 size. 20 entries per page, 80 pages. ...

Weight and balance is one of the most important factors affecting safety of flight. An overweight aircraft, or one whose center of gravity is outside the allowable limits, is inefficient and dangerous to fly. The responsibility for proper weight and balance control begins with the engineers and designers and extends to the pilo...

The 2010 Edition of this Directory lists around 2290 airline companies including scheduled, charter & cargo, byname, call sign, two and three letter codes and country of origin in four separate tables. Also listed are country codes, listings by capital cities and listing by ISO code. The SITA code is explained together with e...

The 160 pages of this publication list around 6000 cities and airports, together with airport names where known. The airports listed are those to where a scheduled passenger, cargo or charter service can be expected. The three separate sections to the volume are :- Section one, an alphabetical list of three letter codes w...

Written to help prepare applicants for their oral exams with FAA examiners. Using a question-and-answer format, each Oral Exam Guide lists the questions most likely to be asked by examiners and provides succinct, ready responses. Pilots will find these Guides indispensable tools in both planning for what to expect during the a...

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) administers oral as well as written exams for pilot certification and flight review. These exam guides teach applicants not only what to expect, but also how to exhibit subject mastery and confidence while under tough examiner scrutiny. In this five-book series, the most consistent que...

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) administers oral as well as written exams for pilot certification and flight review. These exam guides teach applicants not only what to expect, but also how to exhibit subject mastery and confidence while under tough examiner scrutiny. In this five-book series, the most consistent que...

Based on the highly popular Oral Exam Guide Series by Michael D. Hayes, this book prepares pilots for the oral portion of their Helicopter Checkride for Private, Instrument, Commercial, Flight Instructor, and ATP. Helicopter pilots can now use this guide and the corresponding OEG book to get the rotary-wing knowledge specific ...

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) administers oral as well as written exams for pilot certification and flight review. These exam guides teach applicants not only what to expect, but also how to exhibit subject mastery and confidence while under tough examiner scrutiny. In this five-book series, the most consistent que...

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) administers oral as well as written exams for pilot certification and flight review. These exam guides teach applicants not only what to expect, but also how to exhibit subject mastery and confidence while under tough examiner scrutiny. In this five-book series, the most consistent que...

“Atlantic Airline Routes” was first published in 1999: this 6th Edition has been published in AUGUST 2007 With more airlines and more flights across both north and south Atlantic Oceans. Arranged in sections including 4 indices, which make finding information easier than ever. Flights are listed, with departure and arrival airp...

Aimed at those involved in advanced flying training, this book is not a technical training manual but gives advice on choice of flying school, the likely costs and how long it will take. There is guidance on the various advanced flying tests, what the tests will comprise, what the examiners will be like, what they will be look...

This is a core reference guide for mechanics, aircraft owners and pilots. It offers compiled specifications from hundreds of reference books and official publications into a handy, toolbox size reference guide all the information critical to maintaining an aircraft. It is a single source for applicable arithmetic, conversions,...

Calling Shanwick? is an invaluable guide to the North Atlantic air routes. Many aspects of the subject are covered including :- a brief history of Shannon Aeradio, a list of north Atlantic Radio Beacons, North Atlantic way points A list of City Codes serving the area showing city and location codes is included. A sample of a t...

Professional pilots understand the need for recognising trouble early, value a systematic problem solving process, and strive for the ability to implement decisions in a calm and practised manner. In this book Cheryl shares twelve important, yet simple, strategies for thinking through problems, decisions, and conflicts that she...

CAP 696 is produced to support training and examinations for JAR-FCL Subject 031- Mass and Balance for Aeroplanes. It contains specimen data for three generic aeroplanes....

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the Cessna 150. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into thi...

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the Cessna 152. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into thi...

Whoever said chickens can’t fly? The eagerly awaited sequel of of the successful new aviation comic series “Chicken Wings” is here! Including more strips, more aviation, more “fowl” jokes, the full-color masterpiece “Chicken Wings 2 – Full Throttle” shows that our cocky proclamation that “we’ve only just begun” was not an empty...

With employees like these, it is one of aviation’s greatest mysteries how “Roost Air” manages to stay in business. But here they are again! In this third Chicken Wings comic collection, Chuck and his fellow chickens seamlessly pick up where they left off in the last book and continue to live through the ups and downs of flying ...

This is a guide for spotters and enthusiasts interested in airliners, feederliners, executive jets, light aircraft and other commercial aeroplanes. It contains three-view silhouettes, colour photographs, dimensions, technical specifications and a potted history of those aircraft most likely to be seen in the skies and at airpor...

This book is designed to turn your flying licence into one of the most rewarding investments you have ever made. It is for the pilot whose logbook is beginning to show longer and longer gaps between flights, or where the ‘From’ and ‘To’ columns are gradually being filled up with ditto marks. It is for the owner who finds that d...

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the Katana DA20. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into th...

Douglas Bader is one of the legendary names of World War II. His bravery and indomitable courage are famous and this latest biography is the most complete account of his life to appear. Based on extensive interviews which the author had with Douglas Bader during the last thirteen years of Bader's life, it tells the full story ...

The Chart covers the Atlantic Ocean from 67 degrees North to 27 degrees North and from 40 degrees West to 5 degrees East. That is, from Iceland in the North to the Canary Islands in the South, including the Azores, to Europe, from Norway to Morocco in Northern Africa. The latest Shanwick landfall reporting points are included. ...

A collection of true stories about flight situations in civil airliners and smaller aircraft where disaster and loss of life seem unavoidable. Yet each situation is concluded without a single death thanks to the skill of the pilots and their crews whose bravery and resourcefulness have earned them well-deserved commendations. ...

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) administers oral as well as written exams for pilot certification and flight review. These exam guides teach applicants not only what to expect, but also how to exhibit subject mastery and confidence while under tough examiner scrutiny. In this five-book series, the most consistent que...

ASA has built a reputation for providing the aviation community with the most accurate and reliable FAR/AIM products available. The 2011 FAR/AIM book continues this tradition, containing complete and up-to-date information from Titles 14 and 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 and 49 CFR) pertinent to General Aviation, Sp...

The diverse accomplishments and careers of fourteen pilots are explored in this inspiring collection of interviews. Top fliers including aerobatic champion Patty Wagstaff, Alaska bush pilot Bill de Creeft, airline pilot Captain Jim Moore, and stealth fighter pilot Captain Jeff Robertson share their stories about their time in t...

A practical and concise guide to the flight exercises for the aeroplane PPL and ratings associated with it. Both the JAR and NPPL Private Pilot's License syllabuses are covered, as well as the JAR Night Rating, the CAA Instrument Meteorological Conditions Rating and the JAR Multi-Engine Rating. The common variations - retracta...

Provides in great detail, the information required to train for the European Flight Instructor JAR-FCL Licence, Covers course syllabus, theoretical subjects, test requirements and more and has information pages for keeping your training record logged. Preparatory to a flight-training course, it is recommended that every studen...

Since its first flight on 27 April 2005, the Airbus A380 has been the largest passenger airliner in the world. Instantly recognizable with its full-length upper deck, it represents the pinnacle of modern airliner design. Flying the A380 gives a pilot's eye view of what it is like to fly this mighty machine. It takes the reader...

This volume is for everyone who has ever dreamt of escaping to thousands of feet above the ground, with a view stretching to the horizon, and barely a whisper to disturb the moment. The book guides you through how to realize that dream and goes on to explore the many opportunities the sport offers. Topics covered include: a his...

This revised and expanded edition covers some of the more advanced piloting skills required to fly a helicopter over difficult terrain or in demanding circumstances. Mountains and hills present some of the most frequently encountered problems, as do adverse weather conditions, winter operations, carrying loads, forced landing...

This syllabus for the Private Pilot Licence conforms to the requirments of the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) for the training of Pilots for the grant of a JAR-FCL Private Pilot Licence (Helicopter).This syllabus is acceptable to the authority. The purpose of this syllabus is to give guidance to students and to instructors w...

European JAR-FCL Helicopter Syllabus & Pilots Record of Training, Basic Instructor Course FI(H) ...

The Aeronautical Radio Logbook has been introduced at the request of our many friends, readers and customers. The one hundred A4 sides enable some 3100 aircraft radio contacts to be entered in an order fashion using the 16 columns provided. Columns headings as follows :- Date, Contact time, Ground Station, Frequency, ...

Listen to the birds is a new guide to HF Airband listening. Air band on both the HF and VHF bands is steadily increasing in popularity, with many enthusiasts beginning their interest by listening to local traffic on VHF and then becoming curious as to what happens when the aircraft is out of VHF range. The lack of technical de...

Your seat back is in its fully upright position and your hand luggage is stowed neatly under the seat. But as the engines roar and propel the aircraft down the runway, you can't help wondering: how is a 200,000-pound metal tube possibly going to get airborne? Are those rumbles you hear and the bumps you feel normal? For those ...

At last a pilot guide on Human Performance and Limitations that is: • Simple to understand being written in layman’s terms, keeping the jargon to a minimum. • Covering the JAA private pilots syllabus on Human Performance and Limitations. • Pertinent to the student through professional pilot. Although primarily aimed at pilo...

Continued VFR into IFR conditions persists as the most frequent cause of weather-related accidents. This book provides the bare-bones essentials of instrument flying technique and procedures so urgently needed in order to cope with and survive an inadvertent encounter with low-visibility IFR conditions. For this "IFR surviva...

The introductory flying lesson is, for most people, the first time they have taken the controls and discovered the unique sensation of piloting a helicopter. For some it is just the start of their flying career, for others it is a once in a lifetime encounter, for all it will be an unforgettable experience. The Introductory H...

This publication is aimed at guiding a pilot through Irish Aviation Law. It is primarily aimed at the Irish student and private pilot but would be extremely useful to commercial pilots as a quick reference guide or to any pilot thinking of flying in Ireland. Written in an easy to digest format, it covers every aspect of Irish A...

A comprehensive book giving details of Light Aircraft, Microlights and Ultralights. Well illustrated with new colour photographs and drawings, the book endeavours to help the pilot identify many common aircraft types and furnished useful information such as wing span, weight, max speed, cruising speed, stalling speed, climb ra...

With a unique set of six field-test flight lessons, this guide teaches pilots how to use GPS equipment in all common VFR (Visual Flight Rules) and IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) flight situations, in last minute changes, as well as in emergencies. Fully illustrated throughout with charts, maps, photos, and diagrams Maste...

Mayday features 17 amazing situations where aircrew have been able to nurse their crippled aircraft back to earth saving many lives in the process. Written by Captain John Winslow, a highly experienced military and heavy jet airline captain, this book is one that will greatly appeal to a wide spectrum of people interested in b...

This pilot guide covers the private pilot Meteorology syllabus. • Written in layman’s terms with numerous illustrations makes it simple to understand. • Covers the American, Australian, British and the proposed European JAA Private Pilot Syllabuses on Meteorology. Captain John Swan holds JAA and FAA Professional Pilot Licenc...

Anna Markey started her flying career on paragliders in the Wessex hills, before taking to powered flight on flexwing microlights at Old Sarum airfield. In parallel with pursuing an international career as a financial and IT consultant, she moved on to 3-axis microlights, a JAR PPL and light aircraft seaplane rating. Subsequent...

Microlighting" introduces the reader to affordable aviation for everyone. If you have ever dreamed of flying an aeroplane but always thought that it would be too difficult or expensive for you, then read this book to find our how ordinary people can become aviators. In a letter published in the Nov/Dec 2001 edition of "Micro...

The aim of this book is to help the reader pass the PPL(A) Microlight examinations and also to provide a real understanding and recognition of the factors which influence safe flight. This new sixth edition continues to fulfil the aim to update where necessary. Particular attention has been paid to those aspects of air law whe...

From the makers of PC Pilot - The World’s Number 1 Flight Sim Magazine - comes the all-new 100-page Microsoft Flight Simulator: Essential Guide to GA Aircraft! Like its popular predecessors, this GA ‘special’ is bursting full of informative and invaluable ‘Best Buy’ reviews, features, tutorials, plus flight adventures. Whether...

This pilot guide covers the private pilot Navigation syllabus. • Written in layman’s terms with numerous illustrations makes it simple to understand. • Covers the American and European JAR-FCL Private Pilot Syllabuses on Navigation. Captain John Swan holds JAA and FAA Professional Pilot Licences. He learnt to fly in Englan...

Provides a useful and informative reference for night flying and specifies requirements for the night rating syllabus. Contains many drawings, photographs and illustrations and details standard procedures and safety aspects involved in night flying....

"The North Atlantic Waypoints Atlas". The Atlas brings together both East & Western North Atlantic Waypoints into one easily managed volume. Both the European & American sides of the North Atlantic are included. On the America /Canada side the coverage extends from 17 North to 69 North and from 80 west to 40 West, that is from ...

Within a few months of joining Rolls-Royce, Stanley Hooker, who had never before seen an aero engine, had added thirty per cent more power to the legendary Merlin engine. This was the start of a meteoric career, which in the middle of World War II saw the mature Hooker put in charge of turning the embryonic Whittle turbojet in...

Provides in great detail, the information required to train for the UK NPPL Private Pilots Licence, Covers course syllabus, theoretical subjects, test requirements and more and has information oages for keeping your training record logged. ...

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the PA 28 Cherokee. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into ...

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the PA 28 Warrior. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into ...

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the PA 38 Tomahawk. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into...

FAA-H-8083-19A reprint, which replaces FAA-H-8083-19. Published by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Plane Sense introduces aircraft owners and operators, or prospective aircraft owners and operators, to basic information about acquiring, owning, operating, and maintaining a private aircraft. This handbook is a valuab...

This publication concentrates on routes above 60 degree North Arranged in four sections Section One - lists 115 individual airway route, sowing co-ordinates, waypoints etc, geographical location e.g. 70m south of Reykjavik, Section Two – 525 Waypoints, VOR, NDB etc encountered along the routes with co-ordinates & geog...

NEW EDITION! United Kingdom & Republic of Ireland. An excellent way to plan you flights on specially coated paper. Two sided. From France to Carlisle on one side including the majority of Ireland. Carlisle to the Shetland Islands on side two including Northern Ireland. Aerodromes, Helipads, Radio Navigation Aids and Controll...

Whether or not the trial lesson you have booked is a gift or you have decided to find out about flying for yourself, you will find that the experience will be greatly enhanced if you have read through this short guide in advance. You do not need to learn the contents of this guide, but you will find that some of the terminology...

Whether or not the trial lesson you have booked is a gift or you have decided to find out about flying for yourself, you will find that the experience will be greatly enhanced if you have read through this short guide in advance.You do not need to learn the contents of this guide, but you will find that some of the terminology ...

This NEW Aircraft Guide from Pooleys covers everything you need to know about the Cessna 152 PLUS it has been printed in full colour. Martyn Blunden is the CFI at a Flight Training Organisation and holds FIC, IRI and CPL instructor ratings. Originally he gained his PPL in 1978, which preceded many years flying in that capacity...

This NEW Aircraft Guide from Pooleys covers everything you need to know about the Piper Warrior PLUS it has been printed in full colour. Martyn Blunden is the CFI at a Flight Training Organisation and holds FIC, IRI and CPL instructor ratings. Originally he gained his PPL in 1978, which preceded many years flying in that capac...

The Pooleys Robinson R44 guide tells you everything you need to know about the R44 including its construction, systems, limitations, performance and operating procedures. The guide is illustrated with numerous diagrams, tables and colour photographs. Graeme Cash has been flying helicopters for over ten years and currently hol...

Whether or not the trial lesson you have booked is a gift or you have decided to find out about flying for yourself, you will find that the experience will be greatly enhanced if you have read through this short guide in advance. You do not need to learn the contents of this guide, but you will find that some of the terminolog...

Includes Aircraft Dispatcher FAA-S-8081-10C. ASA reprints the most current FAA Practical Test Standards in this series of handy cockpit-sized guides. Every PTS is written by the FAA and details the type and levels of skill and knowledge that must be demonstrated before an examiner can issue a certificate or rating to an applica...

ASA reprints the most current FAA Practical Test Standards in this series of handy cockpit-sized guides. This is the reprint of FAA-S-8081-9C, Flight Instructor Instrument for Airplane & Helicopter. The PTS guide students, instructors, and FAA-designated examiners through checkrides. Every PTS details the skill and knowledge t...

The FAA has released new Practical Test Standards (PTS) for the Certified Flight Instructor (CFI). Last updated in 2002, the new standards are effective February 22, 2008. Among the changes, new tasks have been added including awareness of Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs), runway incursion avoidance procedures, carburetor f...

For Instructors, Examiners and Applicants The FAA has released new Practical Test Standards (PTS) for the Certified Flight Instructor (CFI). Last updated in 2002, the new standards are effective January 2007. Among the changes, new tasks have been added including awareness of Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs), runway incurs...

ASA reprints the most current FAA Practical Test Standards (PTS) in this series of handy cockpit-sized guides. ASA’s Commercial Pilot & Flight Instructor for Helicopter Practical Test Standards book combines Section 1 (for Helicopter) from both the Commercial Pilot Rotorocraft PTS (FAA-S-8081-16) and the Certified Flight Instru...

ASA reprints the most current FAA Practical Test Standards in this series of handy cockpit-sized guides. Every PTS is written by the FAA and details the type and levels of skill and knowledge that must be demonstrated before an examiner can issue a certificate or rating to an applicant, and describes background study and refere...

ASA reprints the most current FAA Practical Test Standards in this series of handy cockpit-sized guides. Every PTS is written by the FAA and details the type and levels of skill and knowledge that must be demonstrated before an examiner can issue a certificate or rating to an applicant, and describes background study and refere...

ASA reprints the most current FAA Practical Test Standards in this series of handy cockpit-sized guides. Every PTS is written by the FAA and details the type and levels of skill and knowledge that must be demonstrated before an examiner can issue a certificate or rating to an applicant, and describes background study and refere...

ASA reprints the most current FAA Practical Test Standards (PTS) in this series of handy cockpit-sized guides. ASA’s Private Pilot Rotorcraft Practical Test Standards book includes both Section 1 (for Helicopter) and Section 2 (for Gyroplane). The PTS guide students, instructors, and FAA-designated examiners through checkrides...

This Second Edition benefits from additional discussion of the NOTAR system and strakes, as well as frequently misunderstood principles of airspeed and high altitude operations. The book also concludes with a multiple-choice practice examination; used in conjunction with quizzes for each chapter, the reader can test their gras...

This syllabus, produced for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) for the Private Pilot Licence conforms to the requirments of the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) for the training of Pilots for the grant of a JAR-FCL Private Pilot Licence (aeroplane), including a single-pilot single-engine class rating. This sylla...

This syllabus, produced for the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) for the Private Pilot Licence conforms to the requirments of the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) for the training of Pilots for the grant of a JAR-FCL Private Pilot Licence (aeroplane), including a single-pilot single-engine class rating. This syllab...

Range and Endurance has been written mainly with the student, Private Pilot and new Commercial Pilot in mind, flying light single and twin-engine aircraft. However, pilots with greater experience may also enjoy reading this book as a refresher on range and endurance flying.Starting with a brief look at fuel technology, conside...

Rescue Tape is a self-fusing silicone repair product with infinite uses. First used by the US Military and now seen at consumer and industrial trade shows across America, this is the most versatile and easy-to-use emergency repair product available. You can repair leaks on plumbing and hoses in a flash, use to insulate el...

This FAA handbook provides tools to help pilots determine and assess each situation for the safest possible flight with the least amount of risk. Pilots who practice effective risk management possess predetermined personal standards and have formed habit patterns and checklists to incorporate them. This handbook presents method...

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the Robinson R22. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into t...

An edited reprint of the U.S. Army helicopter primary training manual and reference text. Students and qualified pilots will find its clear style, illustrated by numerous diagrams, particularly informative. In faive chapters it covers the following topics: Helicopter Aerodynamics - Common Helicopter Flight Techniques - Normal ...

This operational handbook introduces the basic skills necessary for piloting seaplanes, skiplanes, and helicopters equipped with floats or skis. It is primarily intended to assist pilots who already hold private or commercial certificates and who are learning to fly these aircraft types. It is also beneficial to rated seaplane ...

This new publication has been compiled by a real life AIRNAV RadarBox user of both version 3 & 3D . Includes sections on getting started, using RadarBox, explanation of menus, windows and toolbars including RadarBox interface, section for advanced users, tracking military aircraft & more. Many questions are answered in the tro...

Designed to enhance the users enjoyment whilst using the AirNav RadarBox, this new publication comprises two main sections. Section 1 list of around 3100 four letter ICAO airport codes with index. Section 2 List of three letter IATA airline codes, together with 2234 two letter codes, radio call sign and country of origin...

A True Adventure flying a small planes on an exciting journey with some of the crazy things that happened en route. “Cessna 336 registration Golf – Papa India X-ray Sierra you are cleared to enter Heathrow Control zone and to continue to central London. Identify yourself under special security clearance”. That bit...

In the early 1940s, Wolfgang Langewiesche wrote a series of articles in Air Facts analyzing the various aspects of piloting techniques. Based on these articles, Langewiesches classic work on the art of flying was published in 1944. Stick and Rudder was the first written analysis of the art of piloting and each article remains ...

Today, pilots are faced with a new and challenging era of glass cockpit general aviation aircraft, innovative aircraft design, advances in avionics technology, and changes to instrument procedures and airspace. Students are more technically savvy. Therefore with time/money always at a minimum, a demand exists for highly skilled...

Private and Recreational Pilot questions represent those on FAA Knowledge Exams, and are arranged by subject into chapters, supported with Answers, Explanations (for correct and incorrect answers) and References. Questions are identified for Airplane, Rotorcraft, Glider, Lighter-Than-Air, Powered Parachute, and Weight-Shift Con...

The first part of the book contains an alphabetical glossary on the theory of microlight flying that will be a great help for those needing to bridge the 'jargon gap' of flying theory. The second and third parts of the book concentrate on the practical side of learning to fly a microlight: one section on 3-axis aircraft and th...

AFE's best selling flying training text book! Also known as the "Trial lesson", the introductory flying lesson is, for most people, the first time they have taken the controls of a light aircraft and experienced for themselves the unique sensation of piloting an aircraft.This book, now in its second edition, has been written t...

After landing safely back at the airport with a fire on board, no exit was opened for 23 minutes and 301 people inside perished. Investigations into the causes of aircraft accidents often focus on what happened and who did it - but very rarely on why, which is the question the author addresses in this book. He propounds that t...

This is a practical guide to radio telephony procedure written very much from the pilot's perspective. It will be an invaluable source of study material for student pilot studying for the Flight Radiotelephony Operator Licence Examinations, as well as for qualified pilots wishing to brush up their R/T technique, and those goin...

A new version for La Belle France, of the “DESKTOP FREQUENCY GUIDE” is now available, the contents of which are listed below and represent the most comprehensive and up to date frequency listing currently available,Published 8th July 2006 & lists 278 Airports & Airfields in France, the general arrangement of ...

The popular POCKET FREQUENCY GUIDE is now available, the contents of which are listed below and represent the most comprehensive and up to date frequency listing currently available. 80 pages A6 (10.5 x 15 cm) Spiral Bound Laminated Cover Contents Alphabetical listing of Airfields and their frequencies ICAO Airfield De...

An A5 Version of the THE POCKET UK & IRELAND AIRBAND FREQUENCY GUIDE, contents as above, but the book is physically twice the size and is more suitable for those of us who require bigger text Includes both the Republic of Ireland & Northern Ireland 110 pages A5 Spiral Bound "Lay Flat" Colour Laminated Covers. ...

The Pocket Weather Forecaster' is a handy, pocket sized book for anyone who needs to understands clouds and what weather may be forthcoming from that type of cloud. It is therefore an indispensible reference tool for all pilot's.SynopsisHave you ever seen a cloud formation and wondered what weather it will bring? So many day to...

Developing and maintaining proficiency at the controls is a key concern for pilots at all levels. In the proficient pilot, award winning author and veteran airline captain, Barry Schiff provides a wealth of valuable information based on his years of experience, concentrating on proceedures and techniques not covered in other a...

In his new foreword to The Proficient Pilot, Volume 2, Space Shuttle Crewmember Jay Apt summarizes Barry Schiff's contribution to aviation in this book with these words: "He writes with a practical eye for details that matter. Throughout the book, he makes aviation theory understandable and always translates it into sensible...

Barry Schiff's lessons are based solidly on principles and mechanics, filtered through his 25,000 hours of wide-ranging, hands-on flying experience. Diverse topics such as "Deep Stalls," the "Black-Hole Approach," the myth of "The Downwind Turn," expectations vs. reality, CRM, and a short course that effectively describes the ...

A brand new publication from Seldec, "The UK & Ireland Waypoints Directory" was published , 3rd June 2007, compiled by Tony Dewsbury from the latest available information. The Directory contains details of over 820 waypoints under the jurisdiction of the UK & Irish authorities. The book is divided into five sections. Section On...

A collection of "right to the point" articles that will help you run FSX faster, better, easier and have more fun!Microsoft's Flight Simulator X is now making its way onto the computer systems of many virtual pilots. FSX takes advantage of today's more powerful processors and graphic cards to deliver an extraordinary realistic ...

If your dream is to be an airline pilot, or you would like to know what it takes, this book reflects the experiences, thoughts and findings of a trainee pilot throughout the journey that took him into the right-hand seat of a jet airliner. The book covers everything that you need to consider before and during the training proc...

For over a quarter of a century this book has been a leading source of information for those who wish to find out about flying and what it takes to become a pilot. This new edition contains full details of the latest harmonized European legislation. The book advises on how to become a private, commercial, airline or military p...

The Top 500 Three Letter Airport Codes, has been compiled at the request of a well known Travel Agent. The book lists the top 500 destinations from UK airports. The handy book comprises three sections, listing by country, listing by three letter code & listing by airport name. The sections are colour coded for easy referen...

The novel's success is largely due to the tremendous acceptance and word-of-mouth promotion from within the aviation industry. TRACON paints an insightful behind-the-scenes portrait of the legendary O'Hare Airport in Chicago, Illinois. McElroy creates a chillingly realistic fictional expose' of the life of an air traffic co...

This guide offers guidance to the requirements of the IMC syllabus to Flying Instructors who are involved in the task of training pilots for the UK IMC rating. Also equally suitable for students undertaking the IMC course. ...

This A3 colour chart indicates the positions of over 770 UK & Ireland waypoints, now includes STAR's,(STANDARD TERMINAL ARRIVAL ROUTES), SID's (STANDARD INSTRUMENT DEPARTURE) VOR and NDB, together with the locations of major airports. Chart Coverage is from 49North to 61North and from 11West to 03East. The UK & Ireland Waypoi...

This new title from Seldec Publishing is the new Airways index compiled at the request of Enthsiasts, Pilots and Flight simulators. Contains 5 columns of information laid out as follows: Route Designator followed by waypoints.Geographical Location.North Coordinates.East/West Coordinates.Radio Frequencies available on route.S...

Have you ever wondered the whereabouts of WAYPOINTS heard on air band radio? These are the Five letter groups such as EBONY, GROVE, CALDA and several hundreds moreA brand new publication from Seldec, "The UK & Ireland Waypoints Directory" compiled by Tony Dewsbury from the latest available information. The Directory contains d...

This new publication features the routes of thousands of freighter from 210 plus companies from all over the world. A5 Format 138 pages wire “lay flat” bound. Laminated covers with illustrated front cover. Cargo companies featured include British Airways. Air France. Lufthansa. FedEx, UPS, Alitalia, Gemini, Atla...

Following the success of our first three editions of “ATLANTIC AIRLINE ROUTES” we are now pleased to present a world wide version. The two hundred and forty pages of information are divided into three sections. The first section lists around twelve thousand international routes, listing by company and radio call sign gi...

It is the ambition of many private pilots to become a flying instructor, and it is a very common component in the career paths of many on their way to a position as a commercial pilot. But although manuals exist setting out what should be taught and when, this is the first book to look at how to be a good instructor - one who ...