Howes Carol (3 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Fair. 1st Edition. The final 22 leaves and the back cover have a pronounced three-inch-long bottom-corner crease; volume has other wear; spine is sunned/faded; tight, text clean. xi, [1], 237 p., illustrated; covers feature details from handmade Thai marbled paper. Size: 8 1/2 x 7 inches. [otob: 20r].…

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good +. 1st Edition. 176 pages. B&W photographic illustrations and line diagrams. Dark blue and green background soft covers with light wear to covers' corners and edges.

Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. Book condition is near fine. soft cover. 1st edition, published 1991. Text body clean and unmarked throughout the book. Book block clean and unmarked all side. Book boards clean and unmarked front and back. Spine intact. Over-all a great and neat copy of the book. See photos for synopsis and more information. The Ballooning Manual is a comprehensive guide for all balloonists, pilots, retrieve crews, observers, student pilots, and ballooning enthusiasts. Authored by Bob Howes and Carol Howes, this manual covers various aspects of ballooning. Let's delve into the details: Choosing Equipment: Section 1 introduces new crew members to ballooning. It provides insights into selecting the right balloon and other necessary equipment. Additionally, it outlines the qualifications required to become a balloon pilot or crew member. Flight Training: Section 2 focuses on flight training for student pilots. Topics include flight preparation, flying techniques, navigation, emerging procedures, and post-flight actions. Ground Studies: Section 3 covers ground-related aspects. It includes information on landowner relations, the art of retrieving, becoming an observer, balloon maintenance, and general safety. Theory and PPL Examination: Section 4 delves into theory relevant to the PPL (Private Pilot License) written examination papers. It also addresses topics of interest to crew and observers, such as propane handling and navigation.…