From the first hot air balloons that hovered above France in 1783 to the most recent flights of the Space Shuttle Endeavor, this volume delivers a comprehensive look at the wondrous history of American aviation. Thorough enough to serve as a college text, readable enough to be enjoyed by aviation buffs, the revised edition is a general reference that will delight anyone with an interest in aviation history.

American Aviation

Engineering & Transportation

Christy, Joe

Cook, LeRoy

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McGraw-Hill Professional

101 Things to Do With Your Private License

McGraw=Hill

101 Things to Do With Your Private License/Pbn 2359

Tab Books

Beat the post-training blues with this entertaining collection of tips and ideas for improving your flying skills

Reference

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

Book by Christy, Joe, Cook, Leroy, Wells, Alexander T.

American Aviation: An Illustrated History

Wells, Alexander T.

Follow author LeRoy Cook on a tour of the retractable-gear airplanes you've always wanted to learn more about. Flying the Light Retractables is an informative journey through the development history of each plane with plentiful insight into design considerations, evolutionary changes, advantages and disadvantages of the different models, and background on maintenance issues. Pilots or potential owners will really get a sense of the subtle or not-so-subtle differences; this is like going flying with the author and having the advantage of his eye for detail and sense of observationCook gives a unique perspective on ergonomics, control feel and other features that work or don't work for the pilot and/or passengers…it becomes obvious that he has spent many hours in different makes of aircraft. As a potential buyer, you're most interested in performance and economic trade-offs, and Cook excels in such details. His balanced discussion stacks the technical detail (speeds, loads, etc.) against economic factors. You're not swamped with numbers, but you come out with a good sense of what you need and want to know about flying these light retractable-gear airplanes.Beautiful photographs (some in color) accompany each airplane discussion, covering these aircraft:Mooney M20CM20J 201/MSEBeech Bonanza 35Beech SierraCessna Cardinal RGCessna Cutlass RGLake BuccaneerPiper Comanche 180Piper ArrowRockwell Commander 112TC

Flying the Light Retractables: A guided tour through the most popular complex single-engine airplanes

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Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc.

Known for being one of the most versatile and robust aircraft ever produced, the Cessna Caravan has become the DC-3 workhorse of our current timesas Cessna nicknames it, a "Swiss Army Knife with wings"! This pilot favorite does it all, on land or sea: bush flying, geophysical exploration and mapping, patrol, air ambulance, military, sightseeing, corporate, commuter airline, skydiving, cargo, missionary and humanitarian flying, and much more. The Caravan's almost legendary reputation of safety and reliability remains a comforting constant for those who affectionately refer to the aircraft as their flying SUV,” Suburban with a turbine,” or aerial truck.” From its coverage of the Caravan's colorful history to its innovative-yet-conventional aircraft systems, to interesting pilot stories, tips, and beautiful photography throughout, Lewis and Cook's book is both entertaining and enlighteningCaravan edutainment at its best! The chapters parallel flight phases on a typical mission, and are chock-full of experience, insights and trivia from preflight to postflighta truly amazing story for all pilots interested in this legendary powerhouse. Every chapter contains a special topic along with the related phase of flight, comprised of Lewis and Cook's coverage of pertinent Caravan characteristics, or stories told by pilots flying Caravans in unusual circumstances and faraway places. Two sections of color photography are included, and multiple appendices with further information on specifications and industry contacts for Caravan owners, as well as extensive footnotes and bibliography. Foreword by Steve Stafford.

Caravan: Cessna's Swiss Army Knife with Wings!

Lewis, J.D.

Earning the FAA Private Pilot license is a great achievement―now, expand your initial training to go Beyond Flight Training. The real excitement begins when the flight instructor lets go of your hand and you’re left to set your own goals and create your own motivations. This book, Beyond Flight Training, is packed with new ways to sharpen your skills and make every flying hour a rewarding experience. Veteran pilot and instructor LeRoy Cook shows you what lies beyond flight school. In these pages, he’ll guide you into areas of aviation your instructors might not have mentioned. Things like planning your first cross-country flying vacation…or sharpening your weather forecasting skills…or pursuing advanced endorsements and ratings. Beyond Flight Training will show you how to: • Grow as a pilot, beyond the checkride • Purchase your first airplane • Test-hop a new or rebuilt plane • Organize or join a flying club • Handle unfamiliar airports and airspace, not seen in training • Take care of family and first-time passengers • Cope with the changing seasons and marginal weather • Upgrade to specialized flying, like high-performance, complex, tailwheel and aerobatic aircraft. • Prepare for advanced pilot certifications In print for more than 30 years, this 4th Edition of Beyond Flight Training (previously published as "101 Things To Do With Your Private License") is packed with new ways to sharpen your skills and make every flying hour rewarding.

Beyond Flight Training: Adventures and opportunities for the newly certificated pilot

Beginning or part-time flight instructors are not always fully aware of what to expect as a student pilot progresses through the flight training process. In "Teaching Flight: Guidance for Instructors Creating Pilots” author LeRoy Cook lends his half-century of experience as a guide to motivate, inspire, and mentor new instructors. In his latest book, LeRoy Cook writes to new flight instructors but his guidance regarding how to teach people to fly is a must-read for any flight instructor ― or anyone aspiring to become one. LeRoy Cook's book is of the kind sorely needed in the aviation community. Though airplane and cockpit technology has changed over time, the basics of flying remain and must be mastered all the same ― Cook emphasizes the basics along with the eclectic craft of teaching those basics. To make the process less daunting for both student and instructor, Cook organizes training into four phases and advises how to work through each one: solo flight; dual, and eventually solo, cross-country; passing the checkride; and passing the knowledge exam. Cook’s lessons take flight training beyond the mandated curriculum to give instructors the tools to provide pilots practical flying know-how. Cook never stopped learning about piloting; even after almost 60 years of flying he is still exploring the magic of lift, the symmetry of balanced flight, the mystery of the perfect landing ― in this book, as flight instructor he is happy to share his learning quest on these topics with those that share his love of flight. He writes in the introduction, “Flying, unlike many other activities, cannot be evaluated from afar. There has to be an initial period of participation before a decision can be made about continuing to devote time and treasure to the training.” Cook is author of numerous articles and books about flying and they range from the techniques of piloting an airplane to the joys of being in the air. He writes with a quiet, plain-spoken philosophy that encourages flyers to do their best. Flight instructors following his steps will find a mentor in LeRoy Cook, while taking their students from first flight through certification. "Teaching Flight" offers a plethora of ideas for instructors to keep their students inspired, encouraged, confident, and competent on their road to earning a certificate and rating.

Teaching Flight: Guidance for Instructors Creating Pilots

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American Aviation

101 Things to Do With Your Private License

101 Things to Do With Your Private License/Pbn 2359

101 Things to Do With Your Private License

American Aviation: An Illustrated History

101 Things to Do With Your Private License

Flying the Light Retractables: A guided tour through the most popular complex single-engine airplanes

Caravan: Cessna's Swiss Army Knife with Wings!

Beyond Flight Training: Adventures and opportunities for the newly certificated pilot

Teaching Flight: Guidance for Instructors Creating Pilots