Air category: 111 books

Sport flying is about to take off. This summer, the Federal Aviation Administration will approve a new sport flying license that will let people earn their wings for a fraction of the time and cost of a traditional license. The Complete Idiot's Guide‚ to Sport Flying introduces this new field of...

BUILD YOUR OWN REMOTE-CONTROLLED AIRPLANES QUICKLY, EASILY, AND INEXPENSIVELY! Take to the skies with a majestic motorized model aircraft you create and pilot yourself. Written by the founder of the Brooklyn Aerodrome, DIY RC Airplanes from Scratch shows you how to build a Flack (Flying + Hack) delta...

The Adventures of an Airplane Nut is the story of one man’s passion for airplanes and anything aviation related. It is about someone who has had the opportunity to fly in over one hundred different types of airplanes. These experiences range from flying in generalaviation Piper Cubs and WWII airplanes,...

Mastering Paragliding is a new approach to learning to fly cross country by paragliding guide Kelly Farina. Kelly approaches pilot progression in a systematic, logical way. From understanding the basics of paraglider handling to thermalling techniques and high-level cross-country advice, he breaks...

Whether discussing international or domestic air travel, this handbook is replete with interesting and provocative accident accounts and liability outcomes, many of which are the subject of significant court cases. This includes (but is not limited to) acts of terrorism, slip and falls on airport...

This book examines the concept of nationality of means of transportation in terms of jurisdiction in international law. It reassesses the definition of nationality and explores how it is conferred. The book first places nationality in the broader perspective of jurisdiction in international...

Il n’y a pas d’âge pour réaliser ses rêves. A condition d’oser... et d’y croire ! Annie Lecomte-Monnier a tenu le journal de bord de sa formation de pilote privé d’avion en rédigeant au fur et à mesure de son apprentissage le compte-rendu de chacun de ses vols. Elle l’a fait...

Dan Ford learned to fly at the age when most men are well into retirement. In this short book, he tells how it was to have a flight instructor one-third his age, to make a Sentimental Journey to the Pennsylvania airport where the Piper Cub first saw the light of day, to practice spins and aerobatic...

Let's study Uranus and explore what lies beneath its surface! This educational book chops knowledge up into bits that are easy to absorb and retain. That's made possible through the effective use of photos and the choice of text. This is a great workbook to complement your child's bulky school textbooks on astronomy. Secure a coy now!

There’s plenty to see when you look up at the sky. There are millions of celestial bodies visible through the naked eye. Wouldn't it be nice to hear your little one identifying them one by one? The purpose of this picture book is to educate your child about the objects seen in the sky, day and night. Checkout with a copy today.

Neptune is a pretty cool planet to study because it's fascinating how we can still see images of it eve when it's so far away. This educational book is very informative because it has a medley of carefully crafted texts and matching images too. This is a combination that will encourage learning by fueling the imagination. Buy a copy today!

Did you know that the Earth’s moon is not unique in the Solar System? Other planets have numerous moons and ours is only one! Learn about the most distinguishing characteristics of the many moons in our Solar System. Read this book to spot their differences and similarities in appearance and functions, too. Grab a copy today!

The product of a lifetime of research and reflection, Transcending Fear is Brian Germain's most important work. The book addresses the most significant challenge of human kind to date: the process of recognizing and moving beyond fear. In an age in which fear has literally brought our world to the...

A comprehensive resource to resolving difficult airline complaints. This guide helps you file your airline complaint in small claims court on your own without paying astronomical attorney and court fees. If you've suffered from airline abuse and have had your plea ignored, this is the right book for...