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Fatal Traps for Helicopter Pilots

by Greg Whyte ...

Acquire the Life-Saving Skills Needed to Eliminate or Reduce Most Helicopter AccidentsA vital resource for pilots, helicopter enthusiasts, and aircraft maintenance technicians, Fatal Traps for Helicopter Pilots analyzes all aspects of helicopter accidents, including flight basics, engineering, meteorology, flight training, and human factors. This life-saving guide shows how proper preparation can ... Read more

$37.79 USD

Acquire the Life-Saving Skills Needed to Eliminate or Reduce Most Helicopter AccidentsA vital resource for pilots, helicopter enthusiasts, and aircraft maintenance technicians, Fatal Traps for Helicopter Pilots analyzes all aspects of helicopter accidents, including flight basics, engineering, meteorology, flight training, and human factors. This life-saving guide shows how proper preparation can
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Airplane Flying Handbook

FAA-H-8083-3C (2026)

by Federal Aviation Administration ...

THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO AIRPLANE FLYING, DEVELOPED BY FAA EXPERTS FOR USE IN 2026 AND BEYONDThis full-color handbook, released by the Federal Aviation Administration in 2021, supersedes the previous edition FAA-H-8083-3B, dated 2016.The Federal Aviation Administration’s official publication, Airplane Flying Handbook provides pilots, student pilots, aviation instructors, and aviation specialists ... Read more

$14.99 USD

THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO AIRPLANE FLYING, DEVELOPED BY FAA EXPERTS FOR USE IN 2026 AND BEYONDThis full-color handbook, released by the Federal Aviation Administration in 2021, supersedes the previous edition FAA-H-8083-3B, dated 2016.The Federal Aviation Administration’s official publication, Airplane Flying Handbook provides pilots, student pilots, aviation instructors, and aviation specialists
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Girl Around the World

by Mark Shaw ...

One Unforgettable Race . . . One Magical Aviator for the Ages . . . Two Unexpected Kindred SpiritsWhat really happened to legendary aviator Amelia Earhart when she was lost at sea in 1937? Theories abound regarding one of the great mysteries in history, but none seen through the eyes of her kindred spirit, young, courageous journalist Dorothy Kilgallen.THAT IS, UNTIL NOW!Girl Around the World is ... Read more

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One Unforgettable Race . . . One Magical Aviator for the Ages . . . Two Unexpected Kindred SpiritsWhat really happened to legendary aviator Amelia Earhart when she was lost at sea in 1937? Theories abound regarding one of the great mysteries in history, but none seen through the eyes of her kindred spirit, young, courageous journalist Dorothy Kilgallen.THAT IS, UNTIL NOW!Girl Around the World is
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Falling Upwards

How We Took to the Air

by Richard Holmes ...

**Kirkus Best Books of the Year (2013)****Time Magazine 10 Top Nonfiction Books of 2013****The New Republic Best Books of 2013**In this heart-lifting chronicle, Richard Holmes, author of the best-selling The Age of Wonder, follows the pioneer generation of balloon aeronauts, the daring and enigmatic men and women who risked their lives to take to the air (or fall into the sky). Why they did it, ... Read more

$9.99 USD

**Kirkus Best Books of the Year (2013)****Time Magazine 10 Top Nonfiction Books of 2013****The New Republic Best Books of 2013**In this heart-lifting chronicle, Richard Holmes, author of the best-selling The Age of Wonder, follows the pioneer generation of balloon aeronauts, the daring and enigmatic men and women who risked their lives to take to the air (or fall into the sky). Why they did it,
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Shadow Before the Flame

The Hindenburg Disaster and the Prelude to War

by Catherine Grace Katz ...

***GLIBA Regional Bestseller*“Narrative history at its best.”—Air MailThe gripping, definitive history of the Hindenburg disaster, the rise of the Nazis, and the road to World War II as never before told**On the evening of May 6, 1937, the majestic German zeppelin Hindenburg arrived before cheering crowds in Lakehurst, New Jersey, when suddenly, a titanic inferno lit up the sky. Thirty-four ... Read more

$15.99 USD

***GLIBA Regional Bestseller*“Narrative history at its best.”—Air MailThe gripping, definitive history of the Hindenburg disaster, the rise of the Nazis, and the road to World War II as never before told**On the evening of May 6, 1937, the majestic German zeppelin Hindenburg arrived before cheering crowds in Lakehurst, New Jersey, when suddenly, a titanic inferno lit up the sky. Thirty-four
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The Dream Machine

The Untold History of the Notorious V-22 Osprey

by Richard Whittle ...

A fascinating and authoritative narrative history of the V-22 Osprey, revealing the inside story of the most controversial piece of military hardware ever developed for the United States Marine Corps.When the Marines decided to buy a helicopter-airplane hybrid “tiltrotor” called the V-22 Osprey, they saw it as their dream machine. The tiltrotor was the aviation equivalent of finding the Northwest ... Read more

$14.99 USD

A fascinating and authoritative narrative history of the V-22 Osprey, revealing the inside story of the most controversial piece of military hardware ever developed for the United States Marine Corps.When the Marines decided to buy a helicopter-airplane hybrid “tiltrotor” called the V-22 Osprey, they saw it as their dream machine. The tiltrotor was the aviation equivalent of finding the Northwest
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The Basic Aerobatic Manual

With Spin and Upset Recovery Techniques

by William K. Kershner ...

This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.The Basic Aerobatic Manual, Third Edition, is a complete reference for the beginning aerobatic student, with invaluable unusual attitude and spin recovery ... Read more

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This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.The Basic Aerobatic Manual, Third Edition, is a complete reference for the beginning aerobatic student, with invaluable unusual attitude and spin recovery
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Aeronautical Chart User's Guide

by Federal Aviation Administration ...

The updated 11th edition of the Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide by the FAA is a great reference for novice pilots and professionals alike. Printed in full color with detailed examples, this book provides all the information students and pilots need to know about all the symbols and information provided on US aeronautical charts and chart navigation publications. Readers will find information on ... Read more

$9.99 USD

The updated 11th edition of the Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide by the FAA is a great reference for novice pilots and professionals alike. Printed in full color with detailed examples, this book provides all the information students and pilots need to know about all the symbols and information provided on US aeronautical charts and chart navigation publications. Readers will find information on
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Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (2026)

FAA-H-8083-25C

by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), U.S. Department of Transportation ...

Series series ASA FAA Handbook Series
This is not AI-generated content. Aviation Supplies & Academics has been the industry’s trusted source for official FAA publications for more than 85 years. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing the latest authentic FAA release.This handbook FAA-H-8083-25C is current in 2026.Providing basic knowledge essential for all pilots, from beginning students through to the advanced ... Read more

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This is not AI-generated content. Aviation Supplies & Academics has been the industry’s trusted source for official FAA publications for more than 85 years. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing the latest authentic FAA release.This handbook FAA-H-8083-25C is current in 2026.Providing basic knowledge essential for all pilots, from beginning students through to the advanced
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Fighter Wing

A Guided Tour of an Air Force Combat Wing

by Tom Clancy, John Gresham ...

Series Book 3 - Tom Clancy's Military Referenc
Now, for the first time, an insider's look at an Air Force combat wing -- the planes, the technology, and the people . . . with Tom Clancy as your guide.Tom Clancy's previous explorations of America's armed forces, Submarine and Armored Cav, revealed exclusive, never-before-seen information an the people and technology that protect our nation. Now, the acclaimed author of Clear and Present Danger ... Read more

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Now, for the first time, an insider's look at an Air Force combat wing -- the planes, the technology, and the people . . . with Tom Clancy as your guide.Tom Clancy's previous explorations of America's armed forces, Submarine and Armored Cav, revealed exclusive, never-before-seen information an the people and technology that protect our nation. Now, the acclaimed author of Clear and Present Danger
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A Strato-Freight Airliner Crashes San Juan, Puerto Rico June 6, 1949

by Robert Grey Reynolds ...

The Strato-Freight airliner that crashed off the coast of Puerto Rico in June 1949 was a converted army transport C-46. It had once been used to carry fully armed troops. The airline company, based in Connecticut, had added room in the plane to seat more passengers. Four minutes after takeoff the plane crashed off the island's northern coast, a result of a failure of its right engine. My e-book ... Read more

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The Strato-Freight airliner that crashed off the coast of Puerto Rico in June 1949 was a converted army transport C-46. It had once been used to carry fully armed troops. The airline company, based in Connecticut, had added room in the plane to seat more passengers. Four minutes after takeoff the plane crashed off the island's northern coast, a result of a failure of its right engine. My e-book
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Say Again, Please

Guide to Radio Communications

by Bob Gardner ...

This is the eBook (ePub format) edition of this title.Talking on an aviation radio and understanding air traffic control instructions can be one of the most intimidating aspects of flight training. Bob Gardner's "Say Again, Please" teaches readers what to say, what to expect to hear, and how to interpret and react to clearances and instructions, while detailing the airspace system and explaining ... Read more

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This is the eBook (ePub format) edition of this title.Talking on an aviation radio and understanding air traffic control instructions can be one of the most intimidating aspects of flight training. Bob Gardner's "Say Again, Please" teaches readers what to say, what to expect to hear, and how to interpret and react to clearances and instructions, while detailing the airspace system and explaining
... Read more
Guide to the Flight Review for Pilots & Instructors

Complete preparation for issuing or taking a flight review including both the ground and flight requirements

by Jackie Spanitz ...

Series series Oral Exam Guide series
With excerpts from Michael Hayes’ popular Oral Exam Guide Series, this Guide to the Flight Review is an excellent question-and-answer study tool for applicants and instructors alike. Use when you’re gearing up for a Flight Review, as well as for a general refresher.This eighth edition reflects the latest procedural and regulatory changes mandated by the FAA including AC 61-98B and AC 61-91J Wings ... Read more

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With excerpts from Michael Hayes’ popular Oral Exam Guide Series, this Guide to the Flight Review is an excellent question-and-answer study tool for applicants and instructors alike. Use when you’re gearing up for a Flight Review, as well as for a general refresher.This eighth edition reflects the latest procedural and regulatory changes mandated by the FAA including AC 61-98B and AC 61-91J Wings
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How to land any airplane

by Facundo Conforti ...

Landing is a critical phase of flight. Together with takeoff, they are the two maneuvers where the greatest risk is present and where all the capacities of both the pilot and the aircraft are required. This work focuses on the development of landing, independently of the plane, but considering the different circumstances that can affect this phase of flight.A work that proposes to consider landing ... Read more

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Landing is a critical phase of flight. Together with takeoff, they are the two maneuvers where the greatest risk is present and where all the capacities of both the pilot and the aircraft are required. This work focuses on the development of landing, independently of the plane, but considering the different circumstances that can affect this phase of flight.A work that proposes to consider landing
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Independent Remote Pilot Part 107 Exam Guide 2026/2027 for Everyone

Designed to Match the FAA Exam With 900 Practice Questions

by Terry Giron ...

This book is a structured learning resource designed to support individuals preparing for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot knowledge examination. This guide presents essential unmanned aircraft system (UAS) concepts and exam-relevant material in a clear, organized format suitable for learners at all stages of preparation.The guide focuses on helping readers understand and apply topics commonly tested ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This book is a structured learning resource designed to support individuals preparing for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot knowledge examination. This guide presents essential unmanned aircraft system (UAS) concepts and exam-relevant material in a clear, organized format suitable for learners at all stages of preparation.The guide focuses on helping readers understand and apply topics commonly tested
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Burning with a Blue Flame

by Sebastian Dureaux-Russell ...

Pilot Elmer Darrell will get the jaunt of his life after he agrees to compete against racecar driver Humboldt Bratka in the latest craze, SPEED. As each man seeks to outdistance his past, their passions collide against a roaring background of speakeasies, masked balls, and jazz! Will "Elm" fall for the flapper turned wing-walker, Zella? Will "Bolt" fall for the vamp racecar driver, Veronica? Or ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Pilot Elmer Darrell will get the jaunt of his life after he agrees to compete against racecar driver Humboldt Bratka in the latest craze, SPEED. As each man seeks to outdistance his past, their passions collide against a roaring background of speakeasies, masked balls, and jazz! Will "Elm" fall for the flapper turned wing-walker, Zella? Will "Bolt" fall for the vamp racecar driver, Veronica? Or
... Read more
FAR/AIM 2024: Up-to-Date Federal Aviation Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual

by Federal Aviation Administration ...

Series series FAR/AIM Federal Aviation Regulations
All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book ... Read more

$14.99 USD

All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book
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Aviation for Beginners

by Facundo Conforti ...

This work has been developed to bring the main aeronautical content to aviation enthusiasts, students and future pilots and to anyone passionate about the aeronautical field who wants to learn a little more about this fascinating world of civil aviation. We will learn the main theoretical concepts of aviation. A summary of each aeronautical area, explained in a simple and pleasant way to read, but ... Read more

$6.90 USD

This work has been developed to bring the main aeronautical content to aviation enthusiasts, students and future pilots and to anyone passionate about the aeronautical field who wants to learn a little more about this fascinating world of civil aviation. We will learn the main theoretical concepts of aviation. A summary of each aeronautical area, explained in a simple and pleasant way to read, but
... Read more
True Stories of Aviation Disasters & Mysteries

by Shah Rukh ...

"True Stories of Aviation Disasters & Mysteries" provides a riveting exploration of the dark and mysterious corners of aviation history. With meticulous detail and compelling narrative, it unravels the enigmas surrounding vanished flights, catastrophic crashes, and unresolved mysteries. From tales of human error to the resilience of investigation, this book offers a poignant tribute to the lives ... Read more

$6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"True Stories of Aviation Disasters & Mysteries" provides a riveting exploration of the dark and mysterious corners of aviation history. With meticulous detail and compelling narrative, it unravels the enigmas surrounding vanished flights, catastrophic crashes, and unresolved mysteries. From tales of human error to the resilience of investigation, this book offers a poignant tribute to the lives
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Historic Aircraft Wrecks of Los Angeles County

by G. Pat Macha ...

Series series Disaster
A century of aviation research and military flights over Los Angeles County has left the San Gabriel Mountains, Mojave Desert and the near-shore Pacific Ocean strewn with more than 1,500 aircraft crash sites. Barnstormers and test pilots too often made unexpected final landings. Accidents occurred on a nearly daily basis during World War II training maneuvers. Private planes, a sign of 1950s ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

A century of aviation research and military flights over Los Angeles County has left the San Gabriel Mountains, Mojave Desert and the near-shore Pacific Ocean strewn with more than 1,500 aircraft crash sites. Barnstormers and test pilots too often made unexpected final landings. Accidents occurred on a nearly daily basis during World War II training maneuvers. Private planes, a sign of 1950s
... Read more
Introduction to Fly-by-Wire Flight Control Systems

The professional pilot’s guide to understanding modern aircraft controls

by David Kern ...

The #1 guide to understanding the "why and how" of fly-by-wire flight control systems. This book is an approachable and easily understandable must-read for aviation professionals!Why don't new aircraft designs allow the pilots a mechanical control connection? This book explains how fly-by-wire fixes the top 5 problems with mechanical controls for high performance aircraft. Rather than describe a ... Read more

$2.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The #1 guide to understanding the "why and how" of fly-by-wire flight control systems. This book is an approachable and easily understandable must-read for aviation professionals!Why don't new aircraft designs allow the pilots a mechanical control connection? This book explains how fly-by-wire fixes the top 5 problems with mechanical controls for high performance aircraft. Rather than describe a
... Read more
China's Wings

War, Intrigue, Romance, and Adventure in the Middle Kingdom During the Golden Age of Flight

by Gregory Crouch ...

From the acclaimed author of Enduring Patagonia comes a dazzling tale of aerial adventure set against the roiling backdrop of war in Asia. The incredible real-life saga of the flying band of brothers who opened the skies over China in the years leading up to World War II—and boldly safeguarded them during that conflict—China’s Wings is one of the most exhilarating untold chapters in the annals of ... Read more

$8.99 USD

From the acclaimed author of Enduring Patagonia comes a dazzling tale of aerial adventure set against the roiling backdrop of war in Asia. The incredible real-life saga of the flying band of brothers who opened the skies over China in the years leading up to World War II—and boldly safeguarded them during that conflict—China’s Wings is one of the most exhilarating untold chapters in the annals of
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Taking Flight

Inventing the Aerial Age, from Antiquity through the First World War

by Richard P. Hallion ...

The invention of flight represents the culmination of centuries of thought and desire. Kites and rockets sparked our collective imagination. Then the balloon gave humanity its first experience aloft, though at the mercy of the winds. The steerable airship that followed had more practicality, yet a number of insurmountable limitations. But the airplane truly launched the Aerial Age, and its ... Read more

$16.19 USD

The invention of flight represents the culmination of centuries of thought and desire. Kites and rockets sparked our collective imagination. Then the balloon gave humanity its first experience aloft, though at the mercy of the winds. The steerable airship that followed had more practicality, yet a number of insurmountable limitations. But the airplane truly launched the Aerial Age, and its
... Read more
FAR/AIM 2026

Up-to-Date FAA Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual

by Federal Aviation Administration ...

All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book ... Read more

$14.99 USD

All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book
... Read more

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