Arcadia Publishing has built a strong reputation for producing pictorial walks through history in the form of their sepia-tinged books. The latest from Arcadia’s Images of America series is McChord Field. Released on July 22, the book boast more than “200 vintage images and memories of days gone by.” McChord Field, now part of Joint […]
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Gleim giving away FAR/AIM books
Are you a CFI? Are you at AirVenture? If so, swing by the Gleim booth (4073) and get a 2013 Gleim FAR/AIM ($15.95 value). Gleim is also giving away, to CFIs, access to their Flight Review Ground Training (FRGT) online course ($29.95 value). The FRGT is 3-4 hour primer for pilots who need to prepare […]
Book reveals how Howard Hughes’ created a helicopter empire
Famous as movie mogul, daring aviator and eccentric real estate tycoon, Howard Hughes was not well known for starting a helicopter manufacturing empire. A newly published book, “Howard’s Whirlybirds: Howard Hughes’ Amazing Pioneering Helicopter Exploits,” published by UK-based Fonthill Media, tells the little-known story of how he started and grew that enterprise. His company, sometimes […]
Pilot releases debut novel
Mark Donovan, who has contributed to General Aviation News in the past, has released his debut novel, “Nano Surveillance.” “Nano Surveillance” is a technical thriller replete with aeronautical scenes that aviation enthusiasts will fully enjoy, the author promises. The 352-page novel offers a frightening glimpse into the possible future of surveillance using nanotechnology. Where a […]
Book about X-15 Rocket Plane released
Recently released is “The X-15 Rocket Plane: Flying the First Wings into Space” by Michelle Evans. With the Soviet Union’s launch of the first Sputnik satellite in 1957, the Cold War soared to new heights as Americans feared losing the race into space. The X-15 Rocket Plane tells the story of the hypersonic X-15, the […]
‘Practical Guide to the CFI Checkride’ released
Now available is “Practical Guide to the CFI Checkride,” which helps applicants prepare for their CFI checkride. Written in plain language, this guide clarifies what applicants must know and demonstrate during the oral portion of the FAA Practical Exam, eliminating any surprise about examiner expectations, according to officials with Aviation Supplies & Academics (ASA). The […]
‘Flying the Cessna 210: The Secrets Unlocked’ released
Just released is “Flying the Cessna 210: The Secrets Unlocked,” an all-new primer on owning and flying the Cessna 210 by six-time Master CFI Chuck McGill. The book helps aviators master the art of piloting this complex airplane, according to the author, who offers his wisdom on optimum performance and safe operations based on his […]
Free eBook ‘How To Be A Pilot’ released
iFLYblog.com has released a new eBook that walks people through the process of getting their pilot’s license, step-by-step. Written by an experienced CFI, the free book is full of insider tips and techniques to set candidates up for success. Brent Owens, the force behind iFLYblog.com, suggests people who are already pilots should take advantage of […]
New editions of Visualized Flight Maneuvers released
Just released are the latest editions of “Visualized Flight Maneuvers” for high- and low-wing aircraft. These maneuvers manuals cover all the flight maneuvers required for Private, Sport, Commercial, and Flight Instructor certification. Each maneuver is depicted in detail according to type of aircraft in which the lesson will take place, states the objective of the […]