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Propellerhead
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Anthony Woodward was never remotely interested in flying. And you don't have to be either to enjoy Woodward's book Propellerhead which tells the story of the author's hilarious and foolhardy attempts to learn to fly a microlight. The main motivation behind Woodward's determination to get his wings is to get the girls. Ever since his mate Richard had returned from Africa having learnt to fly, women seemed to flock to him. Richard had become "a person of deeper substance; tinged with a romantic whiff of intelligence, wealth and daring. Or so the girls plainly seemed to think." Incredulously, and infuriatingly, the bank manager had become a babe magnet. Having gone through long periods of unrelieved celibacy Woodward decides to join a flying syndicate (comprising of Richard and an eccentric Norfolk landowner and his son) and spends the weekends with his head in the clouds and his heart in his mouth. A kind of Those Magnificent Men Behaving Badly in Their Flying Machines, Propellerhead recalls one astonishing aeronautical escapade after the other--such as the time Woodward finds himself slap-bang in the middle of the flight path of a Battle of Britain fly-past. As you read about the hapless pilot's close shaves, near misses and direct hits don't be surprised to find yourself instinctively adopting the crash position. Uplifting and head spinning, Propellerhead is ultimately the story of a man on a flight of self-discovery. Strap yourself in. It's going to be a bumpy ride. --Christopher Kelly
Customer Reviews
Worryingly accurate!, 17 Jun 2007
I'm a low hour student pilot struggling to fly. While not quite 'Fate is the Hunter' material, I've learned more from this book then many others. It's a very funny and brutally honest summary of why we fly. I have never seen so many mistakes being admitted, mistakes every pilot makes through neglect or apathy on occasion. The relationship story woven through the book only highlights the haphazard approach we all sometimes have to flying. Although the author probably didn't intend it, the book made me rethink my own attitude to general aviation and re-question my competency in and around aircraft. Read it. Top class, 07 Feb 2007
I wasn't aware that it was possible to capture the frustrations, pleasures, terrors and moments of sheer absurdity that happen as part of learning to fly in such an eloquent, accurate, and thoroughly amusing way as Antony Woodward has achieved here - this book was an absolute treat as a result. The writing is flowing, funny, and descriptive without being over sentimentalised and is wonderfully balanced- a bonus in a book which already had so much in the way of content to interest and amuse. I found many of the anecdotes hilarious and at times terrifying, and also extremely relatable; learning how to land, for one!
Impossible to recommend enough, for flyers and ground-lovers alike. Perfect inspiration for the aspiring trainee, or those thinking about taking it up, as well as those Biggles-types out there. If you can find a copy - BUY IT NOW!, 03 Sep 2006
This is one of the most genuinely warm, funny, and endearing books I have ever read. Whether you're into flying or not, this tale of adventure and folly is a real must have. Everyone I know who has read this book re-reads it several times. Buy it second hand while you can! ! ! Very, very amusing..., 08 Nov 2004
This book was actualyl recommended to me by a friend... Knowing I was learning to fly microlights, he thought it would be appropriate! Overall, this book is superb... very easy, light, humourous reading! Admittedly I can't quite remember the ending, but literally all events leading up to the end were hilarious... from his flying partners to the girl in the office! Recommended for some light entertainment!
Inspiring & Entertaining. A definite for training pilots, 09 Jun 2004
A great read. This book can make you laugh out loud so be warned when reading on the bus/tube.
Inspired me to try out aviation for myself and has so far been one of the best things I ever did.
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Customer Reviews
Worryingly accurate!, 17 Jun 2007
I'm a low hour student pilot struggling to fly. While not quite 'Fate is the Hunter' material, I've learned more from this book then many others. It's a very funny and brutally honest summary of why we fly. I have never seen so many mistakes being admitted, mistakes every pilot makes through neglect or apathy on occasion. The relationship story woven through the book only highlights the haphazard approach we all sometimes have to flying. Although the author probably didn't intend it, the book made me rethink my own attitude to general aviation and re-question my competency in and around aircraft. Read it. Top class, 07 Feb 2007
I wasn't aware that it was possible to capture the frustrations, pleasures, terrors and moments of sheer absurdity that happen as part of learning to fly in such an eloquent, accurate, and thoroughly amusing way as Antony Woodward has achieved here - this book was an absolute treat as a result. The writing is flowing, funny, and descriptive without being over sentimentalised and is wonderfully balanced- a bonus in a book which already had so much in the way of content to interest and amuse. I found many of the anecdotes hilarious and at times terrifying, and also extremely relatable; learning how to land, for one!
Impossible to recommend enough, for flyers and ground-lovers alike. Perfect inspiration for the aspiring trainee, or those thinking about taking it up, as well as those Biggles-types out there. If you can find a copy - BUY IT NOW!, 03 Sep 2006
This is one of the most genuinely warm, funny, and endearing books I have ever read. Whether you're into flying or not, this tale of adventure and folly is a real must have. Everyone I know who has read this book re-reads it several times. Buy it second hand while you can! ! ! Very, very amusing..., 08 Nov 2004
This book was actualyl recommended to me by a friend... Knowing I was learning to fly microlights, he thought it would be appropriate! Overall, this book is superb... very easy, light, humourous reading! Admittedly I can't quite remember the ending, but literally all events leading up to the end were hilarious... from his flying partners to the girl in the office! Recommended for some light entertainment!
Inspiring & Entertaining. A definite for training pilots, 09 Jun 2004
A great read. This book can make you laugh out loud so be warned when reading on the bus/tube.
Inspired me to try out aviation for myself and has so far been one of the best things I ever did.
An invaluable aid to the PPL course, 10 Oct 2006
Having completed my Aviation Law exam, I can say in complete faith that Trevor Thom's Aviation Law and Meteorology covers everything! It got me through 100% (except for the PPL Confuser's job of testing at the end of my revision...) and, although you have to read every word to get all the required information, you shouldn't find a question coming up which you know nothing about. Definitely worth buying!
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Learning to Fly in 21 Days
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Customer Reviews
Worryingly accurate!, 17 Jun 2007
I'm a low hour student pilot struggling to fly. While not quite 'Fate is the Hunter' material, I've learned more from this book then many others. It's a very funny and brutally honest summary of why we fly. I have never seen so many mistakes being admitted, mistakes every pilot makes through neglect or apathy on occasion. The relationship story woven through the book only highlights the haphazard approach we all sometimes have to flying. Although the author probably didn't intend it, the book made me rethink my own attitude to general aviation and re-question my competency in and around aircraft. Read it. Top class, 07 Feb 2007
I wasn't aware that it was possible to capture the frustrations, pleasures, terrors and moments of sheer absurdity that happen as part of learning to fly in such an eloquent, accurate, and thoroughly amusing way as Antony Woodward has achieved here - this book was an absolute treat as a result. The writing is flowing, funny, and descriptive without being over sentimentalised and is wonderfully balanced- a bonus in a book which already had so much in the way of content to interest and amuse. I found many of the anecdotes hilarious and at times terrifying, and also extremely relatable; learning how to land, for one!
Impossible to recommend enough, for flyers and ground-lovers alike. Perfect inspiration for the aspiring trainee, or those thinking about taking it up, as well as those Biggles-types out there. If you can find a copy - BUY IT NOW!, 03 Sep 2006
This is one of the most genuinely warm, funny, and endearing books I have ever read. Whether you're into flying or not, this tale of adventure and folly is a real must have. Everyone I know who has read this book re-reads it several times. Buy it second hand while you can! ! ! Very, very amusing..., 08 Nov 2004
This book was actualyl recommended to me by a friend... Knowing I was learning to fly microlights, he thought it would be appropriate! Overall, this book is superb... very easy, light, humourous reading! Admittedly I can't quite remember the ending, but literally all events leading up to the end were hilarious... from his flying partners to the girl in the office! Recommended for some light entertainment!
Inspiring & Entertaining. A definite for training pilots, 09 Jun 2004
A great read. This book can make you laugh out loud so be warned when reading on the bus/tube.
Inspired me to try out aviation for myself and has so far been one of the best things I ever did.
An invaluable aid to the PPL course, 10 Oct 2006
Having completed my Aviation Law exam, I can say in complete faith that Trevor Thom's Aviation Law and Meteorology covers everything! It got me through 100% (except for the PPL Confuser's job of testing at the end of my revision...) and, although you have to read every word to get all the required information, you shouldn't find a question coming up which you know nothing about. Definitely worth buying!
A very good insight into the 3-week intensive PPL course, 12 May 2001
If any of you are planning on embarking on this new way of getting your Private Pilot's License (PPL) - the 3-week intensive course - this book is a great way of seeing an example of how the course is taught, what problems you are bound to face on your way and also the elation of achieving various goals along the way. But I must stress though, that this book is not intended to teach you about the various technical aspects of flying, although it does contain a few tips on what to do if you decide to book yourself onto a flying course, such as what flying equipment to purchase and navigational tips. Each of the 21 days of the course are described in detail, and the book is written almost like a day-by-day diary by the author, up until the final day where he passed his final flying exam. As an aspiring private pilot, I have found this book to be very helpful, and it has given me an idea as to what to expect when I decide to do the course myself.
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Customer Reviews
Worryingly accurate!, 17 Jun 2007
I'm a low hour student pilot struggling to fly. While not quite 'Fate is the Hunter' material, I've learned more from this book then many others. It's a very funny and brutally honest summary of why we fly. I have never seen so many mistakes being admitted, mistakes every pilot makes through neglect or apathy on occasion. The relationship story woven through the book only highlights the haphazard approach we all sometimes have to flying. Although the author probably didn't intend it, the book made me rethink my own attitude to general aviation and re-question my competency in and around aircraft. Read it. Top class, 07 Feb 2007
I wasn't aware that it was possible to capture the frustrations, pleasures, terrors and moments of sheer absurdity that happen as part of learning to fly in such an eloquent, accurate, and thoroughly amusing way as Antony Woodward has achieved here - this book was an absolute treat as a result. The writing is flowing, funny, and descriptive without being over sentimentalised and is wonderfully balanced- a bonus in a book which already had so much in the way of content to interest and amuse. I found many of the anecdotes hilarious and at times terrifying, and also extremely relatable; learning how to land, for one!
Impossible to recommend enough, for flyers and ground-lovers alike. Perfect inspiration for the aspiring trainee, or those thinking about taking it up, as well as those Biggles-types out there. If you can find a copy - BUY IT NOW!, 03 Sep 2006
This is one of the most genuinely warm, funny, and endearing books I have ever read. Whether you're into flying or not, this tale of adventure and folly is a real must have. Everyone I know who has read this book re-reads it several times. Buy it second hand while you can! ! ! Very, very amusing..., 08 Nov 2004
This book was actualyl recommended to me by a friend... Knowing I was learning to fly microlights, he thought it would be appropriate! Overall, this book is superb... very easy, light, humourous reading! Admittedly I can't quite remember the ending, but literally all events leading up to the end were hilarious... from his flying partners to the girl in the office! Recommended for some light entertainment!
Inspiring & Entertaining. A definite for training pilots, 09 Jun 2004
A great read. This book can make you laugh out loud so be warned when reading on the bus/tube.
Inspired me to try out aviation for myself and has so far been one of the best things I ever did.
An invaluable aid to the PPL course, 10 Oct 2006
Having completed my Aviation Law exam, I can say in complete faith that Trevor Thom's Aviation Law and Meteorology covers everything! It got me through 100% (except for the PPL Confuser's job of testing at the end of my revision...) and, although you have to read every word to get all the required information, you shouldn't find a question coming up which you know nothing about. Definitely worth buying!
A very good insight into the 3-week intensive PPL course, 12 May 2001
If any of you are planning on embarking on this new way of getting your Private Pilot's License (PPL) - the 3-week intensive course - this book is a great way of seeing an example of how the course is taught, what problems you are bound to face on your way and also the elation of achieving various goals along the way. But I must stress though, that this book is not intended to teach you about the various technical aspects of flying, although it does contain a few tips on what to do if you decide to book yourself onto a flying course, such as what flying equipment to purchase and navigational tips. Each of the 21 days of the course are described in detail, and the book is written almost like a day-by-day diary by the author, up until the final day where he passed his final flying exam. As an aspiring private pilot, I have found this book to be very helpful, and it has given me an idea as to what to expect when I decide to do the course myself.
A 'script' for all PPL/IMC excercise as taught airborne., 12 Jul 2001
I bought this book a few days before my FI renewal test, having been out of recency for 6 years and done a few hours with an FI instructor to refresh I found this book very useful. It's as if someone has plugged into the intercom and written down all that the instructor said throughout the whole PPL/IMC/NIGHT/AEROS/MULTI and FORMATION flying lessons (excercise 4-23). It is punctuated with bold 'STUDENT PRACTICES' and 'STUDENT ANSWERS' providing a solid framework of how to structure each lesson. I find their is a lot of material published covering briefings but this book is fairly unique offering a framework of how to structure each lesson by suggesting a 'patter' and format. Its not the sort of book to read from cover to cover, but maybe to read the relevant chapter to refresh an exercise before teaching it, a very useful and unique book to complement other breifing notes. I would recommend it.
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Customer Reviews
Worryingly accurate!, 17 Jun 2007
I'm a low hour student pilot struggling to fly. While not quite 'Fate is the Hunter' material, I've learned more from this book then many others. It's a very funny and brutally honest summary of why we fly. I have never seen so many mistakes being admitted, mistakes every pilot makes through neglect or apathy on occasion. The relationship story woven through the book only highlights the haphazard approach we all sometimes have to flying. Although the author probably didn't intend it, the book made me rethink my own attitude to general aviation and re-question my competency in and around aircraft. Read it. Top class, 07 Feb 2007
I wasn't aware that it was possible to capture the frustrations, pleasures, terrors and moments of sheer absurdity that happen as part of learning to fly in such an eloquent, accurate, and thoroughly amusing way as Antony Woodward has achieved here - this book was an absolute treat as a result. The writing is flowing, funny, and descriptive without being over sentimentalised and is wonderfully balanced- a bonus in a book which already had so much in the way of content to interest and amuse. I found many of the anecdotes hilarious and at times terrifying, and also extremely relatable; learning how to land, for one!
Impossible to recommend enough, for flyers and ground-lovers alike. Perfect inspiration for the aspiring trainee, or those thinking about taking it up, as well as those Biggles-types out there. If you can find a copy - BUY IT NOW!, 03 Sep 2006
This is one of the most genuinely warm, funny, and endearing books I have ever read. Whether you're into flying or not, this tale of adventure and folly is a real must have. Everyone I know who has read this book re-reads it several times. Buy it second hand while you can! ! ! Very, very amusing..., 08 Nov 2004
This book was actualyl recommended to me by a friend... Knowing I was learning to fly microlights, he thought it would be appropriate! Overall, this book is superb... very easy, light, humourous reading! Admittedly I can't quite remember the ending, but literally all events leading up to the end were hilarious... from his flying partners to the girl in the office! Recommended for some light entertainment!
Inspiring & Entertaining. A definite for training pilots, 09 Jun 2004
A great read. This book can make you laugh out loud so be warned when reading on the bus/tube.
Inspired me to try out aviation for myself and has so far been one of the best things I ever did.
An invaluable aid to the PPL course, 10 Oct 2006
Having completed my Aviation Law exam, I can say in complete faith that Trevor Thom's Aviation Law and Meteorology covers everything! It got me through 100% (except for the PPL Confuser's job of testing at the end of my revision...) and, although you have to read every word to get all the required information, you shouldn't find a question coming up which you know nothing about. Definitely worth buying!
A very good insight into the 3-week intensive PPL course, 12 May 2001
If any of you are planning on embarking on this new way of getting your Private Pilot's License (PPL) - the 3-week intensive course - this book is a great way of seeing an example of how the course is taught, what problems you are bound to face on your way and also the elation of achieving various goals along the way. But I must stress though, that this book is not intended to teach you about the various technical aspects of flying, although it does contain a few tips on what to do if you decide to book yourself onto a flying course, such as what flying equipment to purchase and navigational tips. Each of the 21 days of the course are described in detail, and the book is written almost like a day-by-day diary by the author, up until the final day where he passed his final flying exam. As an aspiring private pilot, I have found this book to be very helpful, and it has given me an idea as to what to expect when I decide to do the course myself.
A 'script' for all PPL/IMC excercise as taught airborne., 12 Jul 2001
I bought this book a few days before my FI renewal test, having been out of recency for 6 years and done a few hours with an FI instructor to refresh I found this book very useful. It's as if someone has plugged into the intercom and written down all that the instructor said throughout the whole PPL/IMC/NIGHT/AEROS/MULTI and FORMATION flying lessons (excercise 4-23). It is punctuated with bold 'STUDENT PRACTICES' and 'STUDENT ANSWERS' providing a solid framework of how to structure each lesson. I find their is a lot of material published covering briefings but this book is fairly unique offering a framework of how to structure each lesson by suggesting a 'patter' and format. Its not the sort of book to read from cover to cover, but maybe to read the relevant chapter to refresh an exercise before teaching it, a very useful and unique book to complement other breifing notes. I would recommend it.
Laugh And Shudder At The Same Time!, 27 May 1999
I am not yet a pilot, though I intend to be in the near future. I really enjoyed this book as it gave me insight not only into flying, but also into the attitudes of pilots. While reading this book, you really feel like you get into the heads of these pilots and see their philosophies. And it's fun to read as well!
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Pedal Powered Planes
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The Pilot's RT Handbook
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Customer Reviews
Worryingly accurate!, 17 Jun 2007
I'm a low hour student pilot struggling to fly. While not quite 'Fate is the Hunter' material, I've learned more from this book then many others. It's a very funny and brutally honest summary of why we fly. I have never seen so many mistakes being admitted, mistakes every pilot makes through neglect or apathy on occasion. The relationship story woven through the book only highlights the haphazard approach we all sometimes have to flying. Although the author probably didn't intend it, the book made me rethink my own attitude to general aviation and re-question my competency in and around aircraft. Read it. Top class, 07 Feb 2007
I wasn't aware that it was possible to capture the frustrations, pleasures, terrors and moments of sheer absurdity that happen as part of learning to fly in such an eloquent, accurate, and thoroughly amusing way as Antony Woodward has achieved here - this book was an absolute treat as a result. The writing is flowing, funny, and descriptive without being over sentimentalised and is wonderfully balanced- a bonus in a book which already had so much in the way of content to interest and amuse. I found many of the anecdotes hilarious and at times terrifying, and also extremely relatable; learning how to land, for one!
Impossible to recommend enough, for flyers and ground-lovers alike. Perfect inspiration for the aspiring trainee, or those thinking about taking it up, as well as those Biggles-types out there. If you can find a copy - BUY IT NOW!, 03 Sep 2006
This is one of the most genuinely warm, funny, and endearing books I have ever read. Whether you're into flying or not, this tale of adventure and folly is a real must have. Everyone I know who has read this book re-reads it several times. Buy it second hand while you can! ! ! Very, very amusing..., 08 Nov 2004
This book was actualyl recommended to me by a friend... Knowing I was learning to fly microlights, he thought it would be appropriate! Overall, this book is superb... very easy, light, humourous reading! Admittedly I can't quite remember the ending, but literally all events leading up to the end were hilarious... from his flying partners to the girl in the office! Recommended for some light entertainment!
Inspiring & Entertaining. A definite for training pilots, 09 Jun 2004
A great read. This book can make you laugh out loud so be warned when reading on the bus/tube.
Inspired me to try out aviation for myself and has so far been one of the best things I ever did.
An invaluable aid to the PPL course, 10 Oct 2006
Having completed my Aviation Law exam, I can say in complete faith that Trevor Thom's Aviation Law and Meteorology covers everything! It got me through 100% (except for the PPL Confuser's job of testing at the end of my revision...) and, although you have to read every word to get all the required information, you shouldn't find a question coming up which you know nothing about. Definitely worth buying!
A very good insight into the 3-week intensive PPL course, 12 May 2001
If any of you are planning on embarking on this new way of getting your Private Pilot's License (PPL) - the 3-week intensive course - this book is a great way of seeing an example of how the course is taught, what problems you are bound to face on your way and also the elation of achieving various goals along the way. But I must stress though, that this book is not intended to teach you about the various technical aspects of flying, although it does contain a few tips on what to do if you decide to book yourself onto a flying course, such as what flying equipment to purchase and navigational tips. Each of the 21 days of the course are described in detail, and the book is written almost like a day-by-day diary by the author, up until the final day where he passed his final flying exam. As an aspiring private pilot, I have found this book to be very helpful, and it has given me an idea as to what to expect when I decide to do the course myself.
A 'script' for all PPL/IMC excercise as taught airborne., 12 Jul 2001
I bought this book a few days before my FI renewal test, having been out of recency for 6 years and done a few hours with an FI instructor to refresh I found this book very useful. It's as if someone has plugged into the intercom and written down all that the instructor said throughout the whole PPL/IMC/NIGHT/AEROS/MULTI and FORMATION flying lessons (excercise 4-23). It is punctuated with bold 'STUDENT PRACTICES' and 'STUDENT ANSWERS' providing a solid framework of how to structure each lesson. I find their is a lot of material published covering briefings but this book is fairly unique offering a framework of how to structure each lesson by suggesting a 'patter' and format. Its not the sort of book to read from cover to cover, but maybe to read the relevant chapter to refresh an exercise before teaching it, a very useful and unique book to complement other breifing notes. I would recommend it.
Laugh And Shudder At The Same Time!, 27 May 1999
I am not yet a pilot, though I intend to be in the near future. I really enjoyed this book as it gave me insight not only into flying, but also into the attitudes of pilots. While reading this book, you really feel like you get into the heads of these pilots and see their philosophies. And it's fun to read as well!
A good book for the graduate level, 23 Aug 1999
This book is a good book but does not talk about the design of planes very much but talks more about putting the planes together and how it is done.
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UK VFR Flight Guide
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Customer Reviews
Worryingly accurate!, 17 Jun 2007
I'm a low hour student pilot struggling to fly. While not quite 'Fate is the Hunter' material, I've learned more from this book then many others. It's a very funny and brutally honest summary of why we fly. I have never seen so many mistakes being admitted, mistakes every pilot makes through neglect or apathy on occasion. The relationship story woven through the book only highlights the haphazard approach we all sometimes have to flying. Although the author probably didn't intend it, the book made me rethink my own attitude to general aviation and re-question my competency in and around aircraft. Read it. Top class, 07 Feb 2007
I wasn't aware that it was possible to capture the frustrations, pleasures, terrors and moments of sheer absurdity that happen as part of learning to fly in such an eloquent, accurate, and thoroughly amusing way as Antony Woodward has achieved here - this book was an absolute treat as a result. The writing is flowing, funny, and descriptive without being over sentimentalised and is wonderfully balanced- a bonus in a book which already had so much in the way of content to interest and amuse. I found many of the anecdotes hilarious and at times terrifying, and also extremely relatable; learning how to land, for one!
Impossible to recommend enough, for flyers and ground-lovers alike. Perfect inspiration for the aspiring trainee, or those thinking about taking it up, as well as those Biggles-types out there. If you can find a copy - BUY IT NOW!, 03 Sep 2006
This is one of the most genuinely warm, funny, and endearing books I have ever read. Whether you're into flying or not, this tale of adventure and folly is a real must have. Everyone I know who has read this book re-reads it several times. Buy it second hand while you can! ! ! Very, very amusing..., 08 Nov 2004
This book was actualyl recommended to me by a friend... Knowing I was learning to fly microlights, he thought it would be appropriate! Overall, this book is superb... very easy, light, humourous reading! Admittedly I can't quite remember the ending, but literally all events leading up to the end were hilarious... from his flying partners to the girl in the office! Recommended for some light entertainment!
Inspiring & Entertaining. A definite for training pilots, 09 Jun 2004
A great read. This book can make you laugh out loud so be warned when reading on the bus/tube.
Inspired me to try out aviation for myself and has so far been one of the best things I ever did.
An invaluable aid to the PPL course, 10 Oct 2006
Having completed my Aviation Law exam, I can say in complete faith that Trevor Thom's Aviation Law and Meteorology covers everything! It got me through 100% (except for the PPL Confuser's job of testing at the end of my revision...) and, although you have to read every word to get all the required information, you shouldn't find a question coming up which you know nothing about. Definitely worth buying!
A very good insight into the 3-week intensive PPL course, 12 May 2001
If any of you are planning on embarking on this new way of getting your Private Pilot's License (PPL) - the 3-week intensive course - this book is a great way of seeing an example of how the course is taught, what problems you are bound to face on your way and also the elation of achieving various goals along the way. But I must stress though, that this book is not intended to teach you about the various technical aspects of flying, although it does contain a few tips on what to do if you decide to book yourself onto a flying course, such as what flying equipment to purchase and navigational tips. Each of the 21 days of the course are described in detail, and the book is written almost like a day-by-day diary by the author, up until the final day where he passed his final flying exam. As an aspiring private pilot, I have found this book to be very helpful, and it has given me an idea as to what to expect when I decide to do the course myself.
A 'script' for all PPL/IMC excercise as taught airborne., 12 Jul 2001
I bought this book a few days before my FI renewal test, having been out of recency for 6 years and done a few hours with an FI instructor to refresh I found this book very useful. It's as if someone has plugged into the intercom and written down all that the instructor said throughout the whole PPL/IMC/NIGHT/AEROS/MULTI and FORMATION flying lessons (excercise 4-23). It is punctuated with bold 'STUDENT PRACTICES' and 'STUDENT ANSWERS' providing a solid framework of how to structure each lesson. I find their is a lot of material published covering briefings but this book is fairly unique offering a framework of how to structure each lesson by suggesting a 'patter' and format. Its not the sort of book to read from cover to cover, but maybe to read the relevant chapter to refresh an exercise before teaching it, a very useful and unique book to complement other breifing notes. I would recommend it.
Laugh And Shudder At The Same Time!, 27 May 1999
I am not yet a pilot, though I intend to be in the near future. I really enjoyed this book as it gave me insight not only into flying, but also into the attitudes of pilots. While reading this book, you really feel like you get into the heads of these pilots and see their philosophies. And it's fun to read as well!
A good book for the graduate level, 23 Aug 1999
This book is a good book but does not talk about the design of planes very much but talks more about putting the planes together and how it is done.
Outstanding! Now I know what its like being in the coldest, 06 Apr 1999
place on the planet as only an incredibly brave Naval Pilot could. Thanks Mark for getting us there and bringing us back home again safely!
A spendid read, 28 Feb 1999
Very few pilots are great writers. Here's one of the exceptions. Hinebaugh (then an Air Force pilot, now flying commercially) salts his narrative with deceptively beautiful lines, along with gutsy tales of flying under almost impossible conditions. Great nuggets also: did you know that planes at the South Pole can spew out contrails while still on the ground, thereby creating such a fog that they can't take off? Don't be put off by the silly title. It's a splendid book.
This is an accurate presentation of Antarctic flying., 31 Jan 1999
I was also an Antarctic piolt in the same squadron (VXE-6) a few years before the author. His descriptions of the continent of Antarctica, and the operations that the squadron performed, brought back many memories of my 3 years in VXE-6. He also expanded on my understanding of the history of Antarctic exploration. Anyone who is interested in a good description of a unique area of the world (that very few people ever get to see) would enjoy this book. Antarctica is a beautiful, but very unforgiving place, and the author describes it well. I would also recommend this book to anyone who has flight experience because the flying in Antarctica is unique and the Antarctic pilot's instrument flying skill is tested on a daily basis. The squadron's mission was to support science and exploration and "to boldly go where no man has gone before". How many places on earth can you think of that fit that description?
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