Good books
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Can anyone recommend good reference books
Probably been asked before, and likely to get a good lambasting but here goes
I would like some recommendations for good reference books to keep on the book shelf to replace my somewhat tatty PPSC notes.
title/author/isbn if you have 'em
I've often been advised to read/get a copy of Handling the big jets.
Thoughts?
I have also been advised to buy more rounds, but thats another matter
THX
LdeB
I would like some recommendations for good reference books to keep on the book shelf to replace my somewhat tatty PPSC notes.
title/author/isbn if you have 'em
I've often been advised to read/get a copy of Handling the big jets.
Thoughts?
I have also been advised to buy more rounds, but thats another matter
THX
LdeB
Last edited by Lancelot de boyles; 28th Nov 2004 at 09:34.
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My little list includes:-
Avionics Fundamentals, United Airlines
- gives some good descriptions of navids like VOR and NDB. Also got some Logic stuff in it
Handling the Big Jets 3rd Edition, DP Davies
- very useful after all these years. Probably not so useful for the JAR exams but gives a good insight into the differences between operating a light piston and a heavy jet. Also a must when you start going for jet interviews
Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems, EHJ Pallet
- Very useful book. Can be a tad "heavy" but pretty good for IRS/INS/autopilots etc. Explains basic principles of nav, gyros etc too
A&P Mechanics, FAA
Powerplant
Airframe
General
- Brillliant series of books. Designed for an maintenance engineer so pics are detailed. Goes through pistons/super/turbo charging, fire and ice protection, propellers, electrical, hydraulic systems. Even touches on turbines. Need to bought as the series though
The Jet Engine, Rolls Royce
ISBN 0902121235
- Brilliant book. A must for all aspiring turbine operators.
Aircraft Performance Theory for Pilots, Pete Swatton
- invaluable for PoF, Perf and M&B Jar
Dictionary of Aeronautical Terms, Dale Crane
- Invaluable - every one needs this book
Meteorology for Pilots, Mike Wickson
- Great for climatology
Radio Telephony
CAP 413
CAA
Visual Aids Handbook
CAP 637
CAA
Human Factors for Pilots, Green Et al
- Good book for JAR
Aviation Law for Pilots, Underdown and Palmer
- Pretty good for JAR OPS
These books I don't have but I know they're pretty good as a reference text for study and beyond.
Mechanics of Flight by Kermode
Radio Aids by Underdown and Cockburn
Navigation 6th Edition by Underdown and Palmer
Aircraft Flight by RH Barnard and DR Philpott
Avionics Fundamentals, United Airlines
- gives some good descriptions of navids like VOR and NDB. Also got some Logic stuff in it
Handling the Big Jets 3rd Edition, DP Davies
- very useful after all these years. Probably not so useful for the JAR exams but gives a good insight into the differences between operating a light piston and a heavy jet. Also a must when you start going for jet interviews
Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems, EHJ Pallet
- Very useful book. Can be a tad "heavy" but pretty good for IRS/INS/autopilots etc. Explains basic principles of nav, gyros etc too
A&P Mechanics, FAA
Powerplant
Airframe
General
- Brillliant series of books. Designed for an maintenance engineer so pics are detailed. Goes through pistons/super/turbo charging, fire and ice protection, propellers, electrical, hydraulic systems. Even touches on turbines. Need to bought as the series though
The Jet Engine, Rolls Royce
ISBN 0902121235
- Brilliant book. A must for all aspiring turbine operators.
Aircraft Performance Theory for Pilots, Pete Swatton
- invaluable for PoF, Perf and M&B Jar
Dictionary of Aeronautical Terms, Dale Crane
- Invaluable - every one needs this book
Meteorology for Pilots, Mike Wickson
- Great for climatology
Radio Telephony
CAP 413
CAA
Visual Aids Handbook
CAP 637
CAA
Human Factors for Pilots, Green Et al
- Good book for JAR
Aviation Law for Pilots, Underdown and Palmer
- Pretty good for JAR OPS
These books I don't have but I know they're pretty good as a reference text for study and beyond.
Mechanics of Flight by Kermode
Radio Aids by Underdown and Cockburn
Navigation 6th Edition by Underdown and Palmer
Aircraft Flight by RH Barnard and DR Philpott
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Flightwise vol 1 Principles of flight & vol 2 Control and stability by Chris Carpenter.
Can also recommend the Wickson Met book mentioned by snail.
The entire Biggles series
Can also recommend the Wickson Met book mentioned by snail.
The entire Biggles series
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Thanks guys
Ths trouble with posting that early(?) on a Sunday after THAT much Rioja on a saturday is you don't give people enough info.
Thread title looks cr4p now through less bloodshot eyes.
I got my licence some time ago, flying a jet for while now.
I now want to build a slightly more up to date library to refresh my memory from time to time.
Thanks for the suggestions so far. Christmas list is being updated.
Ths trouble with posting that early(?) on a Sunday after THAT much Rioja on a saturday is you don't give people enough info.
Thread title looks cr4p now through less bloodshot eyes.
I got my licence some time ago, flying a jet for while now.
I now want to build a slightly more up to date library to refresh my memory from time to time.
Thanks for the suggestions so far. Christmas list is being updated.
