Light Aircraft Association PILOT THEORY and PRACTICE etc., inc GPS..............................................................................................................................................

Online Catalogue. > PILOT THEORY and PRACTICE etc., inc GPS..............................................................................................................................................

	Owning and Operating Your Own aircraft The dream of every new private pilot is to buy an aircraft and be free from the restrictions of renting a plane from the local flying school or club. However, it can be a daunting task to actually achieve the dream. What kind of aircraft should I buy? How do I find a suitable machine? Should it be new or used? How much will it cost to operate? What are the maintenance regulations? What about insurance? Could I build my own plane? Maybe an antique? How do I find hangarage? Should I have partners to share the cost? What should I look for when inspecting an aircraft? These questions and many more are answered in this new Airlife book which includes valuable Appendices and provides a blueprint for any aspiring aircraft owner. Owning and Operating Your Own Aircraft will supplement the much acclaimed Air Pilot’s Manuals and provide an indispensable guide to all those who hope to buy a light aeroplane. 164 pages, illustrated with b&w photographs throughout. Price: £18.99


	Pilot's Pocket Decoder A pilot's guide to over 3000 essentail aviation terms, acronyms, abbreviations and symbols. Published in a compact paperback edition, this book is written by a pilot FOR pilots, and gives immediate access to all the aviation terms you are likely to come across, whether in navigation, fuel, engines, meteorology, electronics, safety etc. Alphabetically arranged within logical sections, this book provides more than 200 pages of the most useful information to be found in such an easy-to-use format. Price: £9.99


	The PPL Confuser, by Nung Sornying - NEW 2006 EDITION The JAA version of the PPL Confuser represents all current questions and answers, with fully illustrated explanations. Designed as an aid to preparing for the exam, subjects covered include: aviation law and procedures, meteorology, navigation, aircraft general (aeroplanes), flight planning and performance, human performance, communications. New revised edition. Price: £25.95


	Meteorology and Flight - A Pilot's Guide to Weather Written by a meteorolgist with more than 40 years experience in the Met Office in the UK and overseas, this book is an invaluable guide for all aviators and meteorologists. It covers large- and small-scale weather systems, and includes sections on : the development of depressions & anticyclones, fronts, clouds, waves, winds, airflow over ridges & mountains, visibility, weather maps, METAR and TAF reports, MetFAX services, and much more. Large-format softback, 186 pages, fully indexed, with charts, maps, diagrams and photographs throughout. Price: £16.99


	Country Flying, by Geoff Farr Geoff Farr's classic book on all things to do with countryside aviation is as amusing and relevant today as when it was first published in 1981. Covering a wide range of subjects from farmers, grass and cows, to fuel, protecting your aircraft, hangars, safety and groups!! Written in an amusing yet informative style, this is a valuable aid to anyone who flies, or more specifically, lands anywhere in the country.... Hardback, 76 pages, illustrated with b&w photos and line drawings. £5.99 inc P&P. Price: £5.99


	Stick and Rudder - An Explanation of the Art of Flying This classic manual by Wolfgang Langewiesche covers all the elements of flying, from how and why flight works, through air sense, wind drift, controls, basic manoeuvres, landing, dangers, working speeds etc. 390 pages, fully indexed, line illustrations, cloth. Price: £14.99


	Beyond the PPL - Putting the Fun & Skill Into Flying There are many books available for trainee pilots, and many books for pilots seeking to add specific ratings or qualifications to their licences. However, this new title deals specifically with everyday issues that confront pilots - eg flying 'foreign', using small airstrips, advanced VFR navigation, dealing with controllers, staying current, group ownership, etc. Filled with practical advice and information, and written by an experienced pilot and aviation journalist, this book is written for private pilots who have gained their licences, but need help with the question "Now what?". Large format softback, 168 pages, photographs and illustrations throughout. Price: £15.99


	Mastering GPS Flying With GPS (Global Positioning Systems) now standard equipment in virtually all aircraft, GPS mastery is becoming as necessary to pilots as basic stick and rudder skills. With a unique set of six field-test flight lessons, this guide teaches pilots how to use GPS equipment in all common VFR (Visual Flight Rules) and IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) flight situations, in last-minute changes, as well as in emergencies. * Fully illustrated throughout with charts, maps, photos, and diagrams, indexed, 218 pages Price: £10.99


	Microlight Pilot's Handbook - 7th Edition The classic introduction to the world of microlght flying by Brian Cosgrove, this updated edition was re-issued in 2004. It covers aircraft types, principles of flight, power and ancillaries, basic flight instruments, air law (inc foot-launched powered a/c), human performance limitations, meteorology, navigation, flight planning/map reading, etc. Price: £20.00


	Gyroplane Flying For Beginners - CD ROM By Patrick Howell, this CD-ROM guide covers every aspect of flying gyros that the potential pilot needs to appreciate and understand. Price: £19.95 (Including VAT at 17.5%)