Principles of Flight for PPL and Beyond: Principles of Flight v. 5: Airframe Limitations, Theory of Flight, Aeroplane Performance (Skills for Flight) - Softcover

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Softcover

ISBN 10: 0955517745 ISBN 13: 9780955517747

Publisher: Oxford Aviation Training, 2007

Synopsis

For those who fly, a thorough knowledge of the Principles of
Flight is essential if they are fully to appreciate the flight
characteristics of their aircraft, and become safe and proficient pilots.
Complementary to the study of the Principles of Flight, in terms of
acquiring an understanding of the way an aeroplane flies, is the study of
Aeroplane Performance.

This book aims to teach the two subjects in a way which is relevant to the
practising pilot while, at the same time, giving appropriate emphasis to
the pure theory of the two subjects demanded by the PPL theoretical
knowledge examinations. The depth and scope of the treatment of both
subjects are such that this book should also provide a sound introduction
to Principles of Flight and Aeroplane Performance for those students who
are preparing for examinations at professional pilot level.

About this title

Synopsis

For those who fly, a thorough knowledge of the Principles of Flight - also referred to as Aerodynamics - is essential if they are fully to appreciate the flight characteristics of their aircraft, and become safe and proficient pilots. One of the main aims of the Principles of Flight section of the book, therefore, is to provide both student and qualified pilots with study material which will enable them to learn as effectively and enjoyably as possible the scientific principles upon which flight itself depends, and to acquire an understanding of the nature of the physical forces in play when an aeroplane is being manoeuvred.Complementary to the study of the Principles of Flight, in terms of acquiring an understanding of the way an aeroplane flies, is the study of Aeroplane Performance, which is the subject of the second section of this book. The subject of Aeroplane Performance deals with all the main phases of flight: take-off, climb, cruise, descent and landing.

In Aeroplane Performance, it is not only aerodynamic factors but also engine power and thrust considerations, along with atmospheric conditions, which must be borne in mind in order to explain an aeroplane's overall performance.While we have attempted, in this book, to relate the subjects of Principles of Flight and Aeroplane Performance to the practical aspects of piloting, it is a further primary aim of the book to prepare the student pilot for the PPL theoretical knowledge examinations. Appropriate emphasis, therefore, has been given to the pure theory of the two subjects which is demanded by the PPL ground examinations. The depth and scope of the treatment of both subjects are such that this book should also provide a sound introduction to the subjects of Principles of Flight and Aeroplane Performance for those students who are preparing for examinations at professional pilot level.

About the Author

Oxford Aviation Training (OAT) is one of the world's leading
professional pilot schools. It has been in operation for over forty years
and has trained more than 20 000 professional pilots for over 80 airlines,
world-wide. OAT was the first pilot school in the United Kingdom to be
granted approval to train for the JAA ATPL. OAT has long been the leading
player in Europe in the design of all-through APTL training and has now
devoted its instructional experience and design expertise to the production
of PPL ground training text books.

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford Aviation Training
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0955517745
• ISBN 13: 9780955517747
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 504