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 pilots, other aviation personnel will find this guide a useful introduction to this relatively new field of aviation.

Captain John Swan holds JAA and FAA Professional Pilot Licences. He learnt to fly in England and continued his training in America where he flew both aeroplanes and helicopters. He currently flies Agusta 109s and is a designated examiner for the Irish Aviation Authority. Prior to undertaking a flying career he studied Mechanical Engineering at Portsmouth Polytechnic, graduation with an Honours Degree.