The 2009-10 edition of World Directory of Leisure Aviation (WDLA) has been released. The edition is the weightiest in the publication’s 15-year history, according to the publishers, who note the decision was made to give footlaunched aircraft and paraplanes a directory of their own. Called World Directory of Free-Flight (WDFF), it was published in May. […]
Books
‘Of Dreams and Coveralls’ published
A dream born in the mind of a 5-year-old boy in Oakland, Calif., who sees an airplane and imagines adventures of those who fly it is the basis of a new book, “Of Dreams and Coveralls,” by James Garland Powell. Published by iUniverse, the memoir chronicles the life and challenges of the former Air Force […]
New Pilot’s Guide to Avionics released
The Aircraft Electronics Association’s “Pilots Guide to Avionics” has just been released. The guide features several articles aimed at helping pilots make better buying decisions in the field of avionics. The spiral-bound guide also includes a directory of all AEA members, including certified avionics/instrument facilities. Articles in the 2009-2010 Pilot’s Guide Include: New Avionics Products […]
New Garmin manuals debut
ZD Publishing, Inc. has added new “pilot-friendly” manuals for the Garmin GPSmap 696 and G900X to its inventory. The manuals make it easy for newcomers to learn all the facets of their units, according to author John Dittmer. “Now that you have made a considerable investment in a navigation tool and information source, learn easily […]
Master today’s sophisticated cockpits
The new FAA Advanced Avionics Handbook provides general aviation users with comprehensive information on the advanced avionics equipment available in technically advanced aircraft (TAA). VFR and IFR operations in aircraft with the latest integrated glass cockpit instrumentation are covered, helping pilots understand which advanced avionics systems to use and when. Readers will learn the “knob-ology” […]
Tour Air Force One
Air Force One, the Flying White House, is fully described in photos and art in a laminated folder released recently by Scarfo Productions LLC, publishers of earth and space science material. The laminated folder is packed with photos, information, and illustrations on the highly customized Boeing 747-200B, which is used and maintained by the U. […]
Tools to practice risk management
The new FAA Risk Management Handbook is a tool chest of information and resources on the methods pilots use to assess risk. This handbook presents methods pilots can use to manage the workloads associated with each phase of flight, resulting in a safer, more enjoyable and less stressful experience for both themselves and their passengers. […]
Bach is back!
Author Richard Bach has finished a new book – Hypnotizing Maria – after a 10 year absence. And, for all the Bach fans, you can be assured this one is much like several of his earlier ones, particularly Jonathan Livingston Seagull. And, like most of his books, Hypnotizing Maria is a physically small book (5.5X7.25 […]
Vermont pilot publishes first novel
Vermont pilot Arthur Bernier has drawn on personal experiences to pen his first romantic adventure novel, “Above the Clouds, Beyond the Pain.” Bernier, a marathoner, entrepreneur, US Coast Guard veteran, and father of six, became a pilot after the death of his wife. The novel follows pilots Robert and Jillian, who also escape their pain […]