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This book on drone operations offers a comprehensive guide aimed at consolidating information on drone technology, regulations, safety protocols, and best practices. It serves to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of drone operations, covering a wide range of topics that would otherwise be scattered across various sources. Whether readers are novices or seasoned operators, the book serves as an educational aid, offering valuable insights...
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The most comprehensive coverage to date of Air France 447, an Airbus A330 that crashed in the ocean north of Brazil on June 1, 2009, killing all 228 persons on board.The book details the crew's failure to maintain aircraft control after a minor failure.Written by A330 Captain, Bill Palmer, this book opens to understanding the actions of the crew, how they failed to understand and control the problem, and how the airplane works and the part it played....
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Now that you have decided to become a pilot, what happens next?
There are so many unknowns for those looking into the aviation world for the first time and the whole process of flight school can quickly become overwhelming. Where do I begin? What do I look for in a flight school? What books do I need to read? How many tests are there? What do I need to study? How do I go from A-Z?
Becoming A Pilot answers all these questions and shows you the...
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This publication continues the discussion on Airbus flight control laws started with Airbus A330 Normal Law: Putting fly-by-wire into perspective. Covered here are the reconfiguration laws that become effective when Normal law can no longer function. It is intended to provide additional insight into these flight control laws for the pilots who fly them and for interested aviation enthusiasts.While these publications focus on the A330 specifically,...
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MAYDAY! MAYDAY! MAY...! My words choked to a standstill. Visibility in the Shakleton cockpit was reduced to mere inches. I slammed the control column hard forward.... A one or two-second delay in my response would have had the Nimrod spectacularly crash back onto the airfield. These and other airborne emergencies are vividly described in the memoirs of a Royal Air Force pilot who also amassed 18,000 hours as a civilian captain of Boeing jet aircraft....
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WHAT DO NORTH KOREAN NUKES, SOMALI PIRATES, HELICOPTERS, JET AIRPLANES, SUBMARINES, AIRCRAFT CARRIERS, AND SAVANNAH HAVE IN COMMON? ANSWER: CAJUN
Ethan Breaux, call sign Cajun, has been flying charters out of Bristol, England for two years. His life as a civilian pilot has been going very well after many years of flying Special Ops missions in Army helicopters. Cajun is sought out by the CIA to coordinate then execute a super clandestine military...
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Preparing for an airline pilot interview can be a daunting experience, whether it's your first time or you're a hardened veteran. That's why this ebook is a must-have for any pilot looking to land their dream job. With a comprehensive guide to the entire application process, including detailed explanations of the different types of questions and how they assess your core competencies, this guide is an essential resource for any pilot looking to ace...
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If you're studying to become a commercial pilot, then you know that the Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) exams can be challenging. One key aspect of the exam is understanding and applying the essential formulas correctly. That's where this ebook comes in. With over 60 essential ATPL formulas listed and simple examples provided, this guide is a must-have for any pilot looking to ace their exams. You'll have all the information you need at your...
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Book DescriptionUnlock your path to becoming a licensed drone pilot effortlessly with the "2024-2025 FAA Drone License Exam Guide." This meticulously crafted book offers a simplified yet comprehensive approach to ace the FAA Part 107 Drone License Exam in a single sitting. Authored by an expert in the field, this guide is your ultimate companion, providing the knowledge and confidence you need to succeed.Packed with test questions and expertly curated...
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Soar to New Heights in Your Aviation Career
Imagine the roar of engines and the boundless horizon stretching before you as you sit in the captain's seat, steering through the skies. The Captain's Handbook: Expert Advice for Aspiring Aviation Professionals is your essential guide, with every chapter serving as a stepping stone on your journey to the cockpit.
Gaining altitude in the competitive field of aviation requires more than just passion for...
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All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully Updated
If you're an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book is an indispensable resource for members of the aviation...
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Life Takes Biography volume Flight
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Wings Unlimited, LLC
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2023
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UNITY AND DIVISION. AWARDS AND ANGST. SERENDIPITY AND STUMBLING BLOCKS.Life Takes Flight picks up where pilot Lynn Rippelmeyer’s first book, Life Takes Wings, left off. Here she shares more adventures and milestones as she navigates her 747 through the skies and herself through the highs and lows of life.