Gary V. Bristowis an airline pilot who was inspired to write the
Encyclopedia of Technical Aviationwhile training and working as an airline pilot. During that time, Bristow realized his sources for information were not always readily available, and set about to compile and write a centralized, easy-to-use guide for aviation professionals and enthusiasts. This book is the result of that inspiration. Bristows first book,
Ace the Technical Pilot Interview,was published by McGraw-Hill in April 2002.
Features hundreds of informative illustrations!KEEP FLYING SPEED WITH THIS UNIQUE, COMPREHENSIVE RESOURCE!
If aviation is your profession or if youre simply an aircraft enthusiast heres an authoritative, easy-to-use resource that puts a world of technical information right at your fingertips.
Written by noted aviation expert and airline pilot Gary V. Bristow, the comprehensiveEncyclopedia of Technical Aviationoffers coverage of a complete range of technical aviation topics, with each alphabetically arranged entry designed to provide maximum insight. From absolute ceiling to jetstream, rotation rate to wind drift formulae, and everything in between, this encyclopedia covers it like no other resource available. With theEncyclopedia of Technical Aviation,you get instant facts on topics such as:
* Aerodynamics
* Engines
* Aircraft Performance
* Aircraft Speed
* Atmosphere
* Meteorology
* Navigation
* Type Qualifications
* And much, much more!
Packed with hundreds of useful illustrations, theEncyclopedia of Technical Aviationis an essential reference for industry professionals and students. Locate key data, improve safety conditions for yourself and others, and especially, increase your opportunity for job security and career advancement.
From light aircraft to heavy jet operations and everything in between, theEncyclopedia of Technical Aviationis the one-stop, info-packed resourcelƒ"