Aircraft Systems (Practical Flying Series) - Softcover

Lombardo, David A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0070386056 ISBN 13: 9780070386051

Publisher: McGraw Hill, 1999

Synopsis

Paperback. Pub Date: December 1998 of Pages: 322 in Publisher: Mcgraw-Hill Offers a fully illustrated and complete systems presentation of single-engine and light-twin engine aircraft; includes in-flight troubleshooting techniques-system by system; how to approach covers aircraft maintenance. fuel systems. electrical systems to deicing. and anti-deicing systems and more; translated into Spanish.

About this title

Synopsis:

This book presents what you need to know about how your airplane works. Focused on practical value to the pilot, "Aircraft Systems" takes you on a thoroughly illustrated tour of the systems that make your plane work, giving you step-by-step procedures and troubleshooting tips that improve safety and cut risk, no matter what the situation.Pilot/mechanic David A. Lombardo, author of "Advanced Aircraft Systems", presents crucial information on systems in single- and light twin-engine planes. No matter what page you turn to, you'll find fully illustrated, system-by-system information that will help you: make better piloting decisions both in the air and on the ground; avoid risk with a better understanding of preflight inspections; troubleshoot in-flight problems and handle emergencies in any system; cut costs with better maintenance, improved communication with mechanics, and correct choices in engine overhauls; recognize and overcome bad interactions between systems; and, improve interpersonal relationships with passengers and crew.

Full of life-saving information, from the anatomy of a tire, to emergency electrical system failure load shedding, "Aircraft Systems" delivers the critical, confidence-building guidance that you'll rely on every time you enter the cockpit.

About the Author:

David A. Lombardo is a professional pilot and an international aviation training consultant, specializing in simulation, training program design, and organizational development. He is a former assistant dean of the Division of Aviation at Lewis University and former Aviation Program Director at Bowling Green State University. He has flown 34 different types of aircraft in thousands of hours in the air. His FAA certifications include: Airline Transport Pilot; CFI, airplane single- and multi-engine, and instrument; and Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic. He has lectured widely on aviation and aviation education.

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw Hill
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0070386056
• ISBN 13: 9780070386051
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 288