Controlling Pilot Error: Maintenance & Mechanics (Paperback)

by Larry Reithmaier (Author) "Aviation accidents due solely to maintenance deficiencies and oversight follow all other causes, with severe weather the number one cause..." (more)
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With up to 80% of accidents attributed to pilot error, this new series is critically important. It identifies and examines the ten top areas of concern to pilot safety. Each book contains real-life pilot stories drawn from FAA/NASA databases, valuable "save-yourself" techniques and an action agenda of preventive techniques pilots can implement to avoid risks.

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MAINTENANCE & MECHANICS

Lifesaving nuts-and-bolts knowledge

*Offers case studies that illustrate mechanics survival skills for takeoff, landing, and flight problems
*Provides workable solutions for aircraft malfunctions
*Describes the most common deadly communications errors between pilots and mechanics
*Increases the safety factor in your performance with procedures, paperwork, and equipment

FAST & FOCUSED RX FOR PILOT ERROR

The most effective aviation safety tools available, CONTROLLING PILOT ERROR guides offer you expert protection against the causes of up to 80% of aviation accidents--pilot mistakes. Each title provides:

*Related case studies
*Valuable "save yourself" techniques and safety tips
*Clear and concise analysis of error sets

BEST FOR PILOTS

BUILD YOUR KNOWLEDGE BASE--INCREASE YOUR CONFIDENCE--SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS--LEARN LIFESAVING TIPS

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• Paperback: 246 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (June 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071373195
• ISBN-13: 978-0071373197
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #971,203 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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