Using Aeronautical Charts [Paperback]

Terry T. Lankford (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 12, 2002 | ISBN-10: 0071391177 | ISBN-13: 978-0071391177 | Edition: 1

* Dynamic decoder to aeronautical charts takes application of chart symbols to flight planning to a new level
* Opens up with a reader-challenge exercise demonstrating the life-saving assistance charts provide
* Covers VFR and IFR charts, as well as international operation chart resources

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From the Back Cover

Packed with 300 dynamic illustrations!

LEARN WHY AERONAUTICAL CHARTS ARE AN ESSENTIAL FLYING COMPANION!

Whether you’re a commercial pilot or someone who flies for recreation, creating a detailed, well-crafted flight plan can mean the difference between a smooth ride and a world of trouble. That’s why to truly maximize your own safety — and that of your passengers — you need McGraw-Hill’s insightful Using Aeronautical Charts.

Designed to assist pilots in pre-flight preparations and with in-flight decision-making, Using Aeronautical Charts will help you transform these navigational tools into indispensable piloting partners. Through the book’s easy-to-read, practical guidance, you’ll:

* Master the specifics of VFR, IFR, and other charts
* Understand the wide variety of chart symbols and their impact upon flight planning
* Become familiar with the new RNAV charts
* Stay up to date with current airspace classifications.
* And much, much more!

Perfect for students — yet detailed enough for seasoned pilots — Using Aeronautical Charts delivers its lessons through a unique “Reader Challenge” format. As a result, you’ll build knowledge as you progress, rapidly moving from the basics of chart interpretation to international operations and beyond.

YOUR LIFE MAY DEPEND ON KNOWING THE RIGHT ANSWERS!

True or False…?

* All information about an instrument approach is contained in the published Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) chart.
* The Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) provides pilots with mandatory procedures.
* An underlined frequency indicates the facility operates on a part-time basis.
* Pilots operating under instrument flight rules (IFR) navigation are required to accept chartered visual flight procedures (CVFP) when assigned by Air Traffic Control.
* Controlled airspace establishes visual flight rules (VFR) minimums, and may mandate minimum pilot qualifications and aircraft equipment.

Are you right? See "Before we take off" to find out!

About the Author

Terry T. Lankford is a retired FAA weather specialist, flight instructor, and holder of multiple pilot certifications. A resident of Pleasanton, CA, his is also the author of six McGraw-Hill aviation titles.

Product Details

• Paperback: 326 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (November 12, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071391177
• ISBN-13: 978-0071391177
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,767,796 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars Great reference. Lacks little., December 8, 2010

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This review is from: Using Aeronautical Charts (Paperback)

I am a non-pilot but aviation enthusiast and prospective student pilot at that. I read through this book and found it highly thorough. I don't think you'll find a better reference anywhere on the cartography methods, different aero charts and their origins, and in-depth explanations and technicalities.

However, I did wish I had seen three things-- the first much moreso than the others: First, I wish there was more about navigation methods and actually plotting VFR courses on a sectional to create a plan, along with maybe some mention of types of plotters and their use. Perhaps one could say it's a tad outside the scope of the book, but not entirely IMHO if the book is about charts. The closest it got was a complete explanation about how to plot a course on opposite sides of a VFR chart using a sheet of paper.

The second is the delivery. The explanation of types of charts is mostly done on a story- or case study format. Simpler, straightforward descriptions/keys to the different types of charts would have made for even easier reference. Most of the chapters use these sample scenarios and refer back to chart figures that have you boncing back and forth between pages too often.

Lastly, the illustrations of charts are too small. This is a book that I feel was meant to be large or at least have full-page chart illustrations. Many of the charts you need to refer to are akin to playing card size. Workable, but could be better if there is an additional printing from this publisher.

All in all, though, a very good reference for anyone wanting to increase their knowledge of how aero charts and their symbols are used in aviation.