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Building and Flying an Aeroplane: A Practical Handbook Covering the Design, Construction, and Operation of Aeroplanes and Gliders (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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But in this ease of accomplishment lies a danger, namely, the belittling of the value of accurate design and the misjudging of the true importance of small things. The inventive mind usually believes itself capable of making improvements in almost anything, and the aeroplane inventor is no exception to the rule. Filled with the confidence born of ignorance, and with only the knowledge he has gleaned from newspaper and magazine accounts of the popular types of machines, he works out a brand new design. The usual, in fact, the invariable result is failure, discouragement, and a loss of time and money. How much more sensible for the young inventor to build his first machine without varying in one particular from a tried and proved model, leaving his flights of inventive fancy to his later years of maturer knowledge and judgment.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the fascinating journey of aviation from its humble beginnings to the threshold of manned flight, arming the reader with the essential tools to build model airplanes and gliders. By first exploring the history of aviation, the author lays the groundwork for understanding the evolution of successful aircraft design. He then guides readers in mastering the fundamentals of aerodynamics and offers valuable guidance on constructing every component of an airplane, from propellers to stabilizers, using a variety of building materials including rubber bands, gasoline engines, and lightweight fabrics. Concluding with practical lessons on gliding, the author provides a step-by-step guide to building and flying a glider, preparing the reader for the exhilaration of controlled flight, a testament to human ingenuity and the pursuit of the skies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333980283_0
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