Aviation Computing Systems [Paperback]

Mal Gormley (Author, Introduction)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0070328838 | ISBN-13: 978-0070328839 | Publication Date: November 1, 1996

To be on top as an aviation professional, you cannot underestimate the importance of computers to the industry. Advanced aviation computing systems are critical to safe, seamless operations. In this comprehensive reference, you'll go behind the scenes at high-tech centers of modern aviation and find essential information to help you plan for-- and succeed in-- a wide variety of careers in aviation and aviation computing.

Using highly readable case studies and helpful illustrations, this handbook presents synopses of successful applications and interviews with industry leaders. Read about how cutting-edge, sophisticated software and hardware are being used in an ever-growing variety of aviation applications-- everything from new aircraft design and manufacture to flight planning, weather forecasting, pilot training, and air traffic management.

Comprehensive, balanced overviews are presented on the use of aviation computing systems in the spectrum of applications, including:

Airline

Military

Flight deck

Air traffic control

Simulation

Communication networks

You'll also get a glimpse of aviation's future, a comprehensive glossary, a directory of aviation information technology providers and related resources, and much more.

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

Essential reading for anyone who wants to succeed in today's computerized aviation industry To be on top as an aviation professional, you cannot underestimate the importance of computers to the industry. Advanced aviation computing systems are critical to safe, seamless operations. In this comprehensive reference, you'll go behind the scenes at high-tech centers of modern aviation and find essential information to help you plan for--and succeed in--a wide variety of careers in aviation and aviation computing. Using highly readable case studies and helpful illustrations, this handbook presents synopses of successful applications and interviews with industry leaders. Read about how cutting-edge, sophisticated software and hardware are being used in an every-growing variety of aviation applications--everything from new aircraft design and manufacture to flight planning, weather forecasting, pilot training, and air traffic management. Comprehensive, balanced overviews are presented on the use of aviation computing systems in the spectrum of applications, including: Airline; Military; Flight deck; Air traffic control; Simulation; Communication networks. You'll also get a glimpse of aviation's future, a comprehensive glossary, a directory of aviation information technology providers and related resources, and much more.

Product Details

• Paperback: 334 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill (November 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0070328838
• ISBN-13: 978-0070328839
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,727,082 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Mal Gormley was born in New Haven, Connecticut, graduated from the University of Hartford Art School in 1972 with a Bachelor of Fine Art in painting. Following a passion for aviation, he began flight training in 1977, and ultimately earned an Airline Transport Pilot certificate, working as a flight instructor, charter pilot, FAA designated Check Airman, and for a commuter airline, flying all over New England.

A chance opportunity in 1988 led him to become a staff editor for Business & Commercial Aviation magazine, an Aviation Week publication of McGraw-Hill. He moved to Maine in 1994 and continues to write for B/CA as a Contributing Editor. Mal also is an accomplished artist working in acrylics and found objects, and displays his work regularly in Maine.