The advanced pilot's flight manual / based on the original text by William K. Kershner ; edited by William C. Kershner.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kershner, William K., author.

Contributor:

Kershner, William C., editor.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Airplanes--Piloting--Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Airplanes.

Genre:

Handbooks and manuals.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (386 pages)

Edition:

Ninth edition.

Place of Publication:

Newcastle, Washington : Aviation Supplies & Academics, [2020]

Summary:

"This is the preparation manual for the FAA's Commercial license from William K. Kershner's 'The Flight Manuals Series,' updated and edited by the author's son, William C. Kershner. Since the first edition of this manual published in 1962, it has long been a standard textbook for veteran pilots preparing for the FAA Commercial Knowledge and Practical flight tests. 'The Advanced Pilot's Flight Manual' is a reference for pilots transitioning to advanced models and types as well as the FAA tests for licensing. This book bridges the gap between theory and practical application, covering the fundamentals of airplane aerodynamics and aircraft performance. Rules of thumb are used throughout as a means of presenting a clearer picture of the recommended performance parameters, and for increasing understanding of the variable factors that affect aircraft operations, such as altitude and temperature. Knowledge of these thumb rules will enable pilots to maximize performance when operating faster aircraft and at higher altitudes. Chapters are dedicated to airplane performance and stability for pilots, checking-out in advanced models and types, emergencies and unusual situations, advanced navigation, high-altitude operations, and preparing for the FAA Commercial Knowledge and Practical Exams. This new edition includes regulatory and procedural updates and information about the FAA's new 'Airmen Certification Standards (ACS).'"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Airplane performance and stability for pilots: Airplane performance and stability for pilots

The four forces

Flight mechanics

The airplane instruments

Takeoff performance

The climb

Cruise control

range and endurance

Glides

Landings

Airplane stability and control

Airplane stress and limits of operation

Checking out in advanced models and types: Airplanes with constant-speed propellers

Advanced fuel systems

Retractable-gear airplanes

Checking out in the light twin

Emergencies and unusual situations: Problems and emergencies

Advanced navigation and airplane systems: Advanced navigation

Altitude and the pilot

Turbocharging and pressurization

Preparing for the commercial knowledge and practical test: The knowledge test

The practical test.

Notes:

Description based on print version record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781644250136

1644250136

9781644250112

164425011X