A new book, “Crop Duster: A Novel of World War II” which fuses fact with fiction to depict the fellowship of pilots, has been released. Written by John D. Beatty, the book is the story of two pilots caught up in war — one in the U.S. and one in Germany. “From the ashes of […]
Books
Now available: ‘A Comprehensive Guide to Composites’
Now available is “A Comprehensive Guide to Composites: Processes & Procedures from the Professionals,” an insider’s viewpoint on the tips and techniques used by the pros to fabricate advanced composite parts. Author Kevin Fochtman’s more than 30 years of industry experience provides insight on safety, shop and equipment needs, engineering materials, lay-up, fabrication and quality control. […]
Turbo the Flying Dog now available
A new children’s book, “Turbo the Flying Dog,” is now available. The book tells the story of Turbo, a lonely shelter mutt. The day Turbo discovers he will finally have a new home and a family he learns he must first get there by plane. Turbo has never seen a plane before, let alone flown […]
New book, ‘Flying Warbirds,’ released
Zenith Press has released “Flying Warbirds: An Illustrated Profile of the Flying Heritage Collection’s Rare WWII-Era Aircraft” by Cory Graff. In hard-back volumes, Flying Warbirds brings U.S., British, German, Russian and Japanese fighting planes from the 1930s and 1940s together, complete with detailed photographs. The airplanes at the Flying Heritage Collection were created at a time when […]
Book: The Day I Learned To Fly
Do you remember being a kid? Do you remember running all over the neighborhood until you heard the faint voice of your mother calling you home? I sure do… When I opened Jeffrey Kennon’s book, “The Day I Learned To Fly” and started to read, those long summer days of yesteryear came flooding back. Jeff […]
Book: Lindbergh – The Tale of a Flying Mouse
Are you seeking a way to share your love of flying with a young child or grandchild? You might want to consider “Lindbergh: The Tale of a Flying Mouse,” by Torben Kuhlmann. “Lindbergh – The Tale of the Flying Mouse is a beautifully illustrated story of a little mouse who seeks a new life in America. […]
Practical Guide to the Private Pilot Checkride released
New is “The Practical Guide to the Private Pilot Checkride,” which helps private pilot applicants organize and prioritize ground school materials and practical skills in preparation for the checkride. Designed as a study guide, this book clarifies in “plain language” exactly what student pilots must know and demonstrate during the oral portion of the FAA […]
The Cheapskate’s Guide to Getting Your Pilot’s License
With some insider information from a veteran pilot and instructor, aspiring pilots may approach learning to fly in a different way, which is why Arman wrote the book.
Book: Fifty Classic Destinations
To be honest, “Fifty Classic Destinations for Pilots,” reads a bit like a guilty pleasure. I felt like I was reading author Ney Grant’s personal journal. I can’t describe Ney’s book better than he did in his letter to me, “What is so special about it ? It represents what we need more of in […]