The Tuskeegee Airmen

Forever Flying

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This is an autobiography by the American aviator. "Learning to fly inthe late 1930s, Hoover went on to be a . . . fighter pilot in World War II and to survive captivity in Nazi Germany. After the war, he was {a test pilot} . . . for 10 years, and after that he enjoyed a 40-year career {in} . . . acrobatic flying." (Booklist)

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"Bob Hoover [is] the greatest pilot I ever saw." —Chuck Yeager

Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the Art of Flying

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In the early 1940's, Wolfgang Langewiesche wrote a series of articles in Air Facts analyzing the various aspects of piloting techniques. Based on these articles, Langewiesche's classic work on the art of flying was published in 1944. This book explains precisely what pilots do when they fly, just how they do it, and why. These basics are largely unchanging. The book applies to large airplanes and small, old airplanes and new, and is of interest not only to the learner but also to the accomplished pilot and instructor. Today, several excellent manuals offer the pilot accurate and valuable technical information. But Stick and Rudder remains the leading think-book on the art of flying

Speaking of Flying: Personal Tales of Heroism, Humor, Talent and Terror from 44 Unique Aviators

This book is a collection of some of the funniest aviation stories I have ever heard.  I am sure you will enjoy it whether you are a pilot or not.  Each chapter is written by some aviation speaker or famous aviator.  Some of them are just interesting stories, but most of them are really hilarious.  This is a book you will want to go back and read again to other people.  I highly recommend it. - Ray Debs

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I Learned about Flying from That, Volume 3

by Flying Magazine Magazine Editors Flying - Publisher:McGraw-Hill Companies, The - March 1993 - The editors of FLYINGmagazine have produced yet another collection of the best stories from their most popular column, I learned About Flying From That. Told by pilots who learned from their mistakes and lived to tell about them, the harrowing experiences portrayed here are often funny, sometimes embarrassing, and always insightful and informative. Arranged by topic, from severe weather to equipment malfunction, these riveting tales are the next best thing to getting together with old buddies to exchange your latest close calls. Filled with more than 50 exciting first-hand accounts, many of which contain tips that could save you from learning about flying the hard way,I learned About Flying From That - Volume 3 also makes fascinating reading for non-pilots. - Ray

Instrument Flying

by Richard L. Taylor - Publisher:McGraw-Hill Companies, The - September 1997 - "I recommend it to any pilot who wishes to be at their best in the instrument system."--John L. Baker, former president fo the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association. Ever since the pioneering days of Jimmy Doolittle, pilots have been able to take off, fly, and land without seeing a thing. But you have to be a proficient instrument pilot to pull it off successfully. Instrument Flying is the bible of IFR flight. This latest edition has complete, up-to-date information about every facet of instrument flying, from airways to Zulu time. It provides any pilot, from novice to old hand, with all that is needed to sharpen pilot skills at "flying blind" and to handle any emergency. It features: explanation of the VOR system, RNAV, Loran, and GPS navigation; a complete glossary of terms and abbreviations; valuable proficiency exercises; preflight checklists; case histories of pilots who were involved in IFR accidents. Taylor covers recent developments in IFR technology, new IFR terms, and advances in flight systems and equipment. Climb to and maintain a higher level of efficiency and safety--become a good instrument pilot - Ray

Learning to Fly Helicopters

by R. Randall Padfield Ralph C. Padfield (Illustrator) - Publisher:McGraw-Hill Companies, The - June 1991 - This information-packed guide covers virtually everything you need to know to become a safe and efficient helicopter pilot - it's an ideal supplement to ground school training. Inside Learning to Fly Helicopters: The principles of rotary-wing aerodynamics Easy-to-read explanantions of what the cockpit controls do and how to use them Your first flight - what you can expect to see, hear, and feel Basic flight maneuvers - takeoffs, climbs, descents, and landings Hovering - tips on how to hover forward, sideways, rearward, and with the wind How to autorotate and avoid common errors Advanced maneuvers - operating from a confined area, slope landings and takeoffs, and high-altitude operation You'll also find coverage of standard emergency procedures, the effect of human factors on flight safety, photos of helicopters flying in the 1990s, and an overview of helicopter career options and industry trends. With this handy reference, all the essential "how-to" information you need to fly like a pro will be at your fingertips! - Ray

Night Flying

by Rita Murphy - Publisher:Random House, Incorporated - November 2000 - Georgia Hansen can fly. All the women in her family can. They fly at night, when the world sleeps, for no one must discover their secret. Georgia will soon turn 16 and make her first solo flight, taking up her birthright with a special ceremony to mark the occasion. But her anticipation is disrupted with the arrival of her rebellious Aunt Carmen. Banished from the family years before for breaking the strict code of flying enforced by Georgia's grandmother, this unknown aunt reveals the true price of her family's gift, for the Hansen rules of flying are strict and unforgiving. In this powerful coming-of-age novel, Georgia must weigh the cost of her heritage against her passion for flight. - Ray

Rod Machado's Instrument Pilot's Survival Manual

by Rod Machado Foreword by Dave Gwinn - Publisher:Aviation Speakers Bureau - October 1998 - Ray

Stick and Rudder: An Explanation of the Art of Flying

- Publisher:McGraw-Hill Companies, The - May 1976 - Stick and Rudder is the first exact analysis of the art of flying ever attempted. It has been continuously in print for thirty-three years, and has enjoyed steadily increasing sales. Flight instructors have found that the book does indeed explain important phases of the art of flying, in a way the learner can use. It shows precisely what the pilot does when he flies, just how he does it, and why. - Ray

The Art and Science of Flying Helicopters

by Shawn Corwyn Coyle - Publisher:Iowa State University Press - March 1996 - Written from a pilot's perspective, this unique book provides a comprehensive overview of helicopter flying. It provides an unparalleled insight into all aspects of the modern helicopter, from turbine engines to Automatic Flight Control System, including descriptions of phenomena not explained elsewhere. The book is arranged in two parts: Beginner's section which covers the fundamentals of helicopter theory, performance and flying. Numerous examples of how different fundamentals interact, as seen from the cockpit, are presented. Advanced section covers material relevant to those who already know how to fly helicopters but are interested in understanding more about the machine. This section uses many of the chapter headings of the first part but goes into much greater detail. The material on autorotations is the most comprehensive in any book on helicopters and the viewpoint is always from the cockpit. - Ray

The Instrument Flight Manual

by William K. Kershner - Publisher:Iowa State University Press - September 1998 - A training manual for pilots who want to obtain an instrument rating and for pilots who are already rated and want a refresher. Addressed to general aviation pilots, so based on standard general aircraft rather than jets and high-altitude planes. First published in 1967 and updated here from the 1990 edition with the current FAR 61.65 requirements, the conversion to the METAR/TAF weather reporting and forecasting system, and information on the global positioning system. Highly illustrated in black and white. Includes an extensive and detailed glossary without pronunciation. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or. - Ray

The Wrong Stuff: Flying on the Edge of Disaster

by John Moore - Publisher:Specialty Press Publishers and Wholesalers - February 1997 - This lively account of the adventures of a well-known test pilot is accompanied by many rare photos. John Moore writes with wit, insight, and compassion as he shares his first-hand knowledge and technical expertise. - Ray

Your Pilot's License

by Jerry A. Eichenberger Joe Christy - Publisher:McGraw-Hill Companies, The - June 1998 - Practical, straight-to-the-point advice and the wisdom of experience,plus an easy, readable style, have made this reference the one more aviators turn to than any other. The new Sixth Edition keeps all the clarity, comprehensiveness, and humor that makes Your Pilot's License a classic, and adds up-to-the-minute information on the new requirements mandated by FAR 61...the questions most frequently asked by aspiring pilots...recreational pilot certification...private pilot certification...biennial flight review...even glider and soaring ratings. If you want the absolute best guide to the critical insights and key flight tests that different certificates demand, as well as the training requirements, privileges, and limits for each, then Your Pilot's License is for you - Ray

Weather Flying

by Robert N. Buck - Publisher:McGraw-Hill Companies, The - September 1997 - In this essential guide, you'll learn how to make informed, intelligent decisions about weather that could save lives. Thomas P. Turner breaks down this subject into four sections: Weather theory - Here, he tells you how to interpret the weather information you get from Flight Service, DUAT, and other approved outlets, and how to compare it with actual in-flight weather conditions. Actual aviation weather hazards - Turner provides in-depth coverage of the four classes of hazards: thunderstorms, turbulence, reduced visibility, and ice. You'll also learn techniques for hazard avoidance and what to do if, in spite of all efforts, you find yourself engulfed in Mother Nature's fury. Regional weather - Turner offers important insights into distinct regional weather patterns throughout the continental U.S. Making the "go/no go" decision - He tells you how to put it all together to make the safest possible choices about routes, altitudes, and whether or not to take off. - Ray