Know Your Airplane ! Hardback book with Dust Jacket by Keith Connes First Edition, 1986 Copyright 1986 by Keith Connes " Know Your Airplane ! provides general aviation pilots with information that will help them gain a better understanding of the characteristics, capabilities, and limitations of the airplanes and equipment curently available. The book will better acquaint pilots with the design, construction, and operating systems of the various aircraft flying today. " " At a time when the array of planes and equipment is large and growing larger, KNOW YOUR AIRPLANE ! will help pilots make discerning choices on the purchase and rental of aircraft and equipment. Keith Connes shows how to use the equipment at peak efficiency, with maximum safety and fullest enjoyment. " " One of the most significant sections of the book is devoted to selection and use of avionics and instruments, which, thanks in part to microprocessor technology, have advanced rapidly in sophistication and versatility. " " More practical information on light planes and related equipment can be found here than in any other single publication. " Contents include: " Acronyms Introductions 1. Airfoils 2. Flaps, Ailerons, and Spoilers 3. Tails 4. Engines and Fuel 5. Propellers 6. Landing Gear 7. Turbocharging 8. Supplemental Oxygen 9. Pressurization 10. Anti-icing and De-icing Equipment 11. Avionics 12. Instruments 13. Autopilots 14. Mods 15. Airplanes of a Different Sort Epilogue Directory of Manufacturers Index " This book is in very good condition with minor wear to the cover and a few rough edges and dirt marks on the dust jacket. No torn or ripped pages. No other markings or writing. |