The Soaring Pilot's Manual: Second Edition - Softcover

Stewart, Ken

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1847970443 ISBN 13: 9781847970442

Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd, 2008

Synopsis

The Soaring Pilot's Manual advances the reader from elementary flying to confident soaring by clearly and precisely explaining the basic soaring mechanisms and techniques. Explanatory diagrams illustrate the text throughout, making a complicated subject simple to understand. Having covered the first steps, the book progresses to cross-country flying and the final section contains exercises that will be found useful for any glider pilot wishing to improve his ability and qualifications. The latest technology, such as GPS navigation and instrument systems is covered.

About this title

Review:

It is, unusually for a textbook, a good read, punctuated with anecdotes and a sense of humour. Above all, Ken reminds us that gliding is, and should always remain, fun. * Flyer magazine * Why do I recommend it? It is clear, concise, comprehensive, informative, and maybe will have saved my life * Vintage Glider Club *

About the Author:

Ken Stewart started gliding in 1972 and by 1976 held an Instructor's Rating. In 1982 he became National Coach to the British Gliding Association, a post he held for six years before becoming an airline pilot. As National Coach he was involved in all aspects of the sport, including the training of instructors, and cross-country and competition training. He is the holder of the FAI Diamond Badge. Resident - London

About this edition

• Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1847970443
• ISBN 13: 9781847970442
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 374