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by Darrol Stinton (Author) "According to The Oxford English Dictionary, worthy corresponds with the worth of, i.e. appropriateness, suitability, or fitness for use (in flight, within our context, which..." (more)
Key Phrases: stabiliser angle, propwash velocity, most light aeroplanes, World War, Civil Aviation Authority, Experimental Aircraft Association (more...)
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The Design of the Aeroplane is a textbook of commonsense principles that pays due regard to basic airworthiness requirements of airplanes intended for operation by one pilot. The coverage spread is from micro-light to business executive, by way of sporting, aerobatic, training, and agricultural aircraft. The final chapter is devoted to practical examples of particular design projects that illustrate points made in preceding chapters.

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  • Paperback: 642 pages
  • Publisher: Bsp Professional Books (October 1985)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0632018771
  • ISBN-13: 978-0632018772
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,021,371 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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According to The Oxford English Dictionary, worthy corresponds with the worth of, i.e. appropriateness, suitability, or fitness for use (in flight, within our context, which starts and ends on the ground: from chock to chock). Read the first page
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stabiliser angle, propwash velocity, most light aeroplanes, standard mean chord, longitudinal dihedral, equivalent monoplane, aerodynamic centre, acrobatic aeroplanes, induced drag factor, aeroelastic distortion, target threshold speed, powerplant weight, equivalent parasite area, turbopropeller engines, static margin, lift slope, conventional aeroplanes, parasite drag coefficient, rigging angle, tail volume coefficient, hinge moment coefficient, manoeuvre margin, aerofoil surface, docile stall, standard empty weight
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World War, Civil Aviation Authority, Experimental Aircraft Association, New York, Federal Aviation Administration, Flight International, Royal Aircraft Establishment, Joint Aviation Authorities, Sport Aviation, Flying Flea, Royal Air Force, United States, Federal Aviation Regulations, Air Navigation Order, Aircraft Flight Manual, Hales Corners, International Civil Aviation Organisation, Rogers Smith, Bath University, Burt Rutan, Javelin Ford, Pergamon Press, Popular Flying Association, South African, Westland Lysander
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5.0 out of 5 stars This book is just what you need, November 19, 2000
I used this book as the main source of information and design data for the development of my own airplane design. The author goes directly into design carachteristics without spending too much in complicated aerodinamics formulations, but deep enough to cover the necessary details of the design process. Just basic engineering knowledge required.
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5.0 out of 5 stars It is not a picture book., November 3, 1999
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Before I bought, I open inside, then not more than a minute, I can feel, "Yes, this is what I want". Most books are full of pictures and say what happen, but do not give the reason of why or how. This book is what I like, it explianed in details. Well, what can I say, if you like to read pure theory, buy it, if you don't really like formular, just only theory..think about it, if you like picture book, don't buy it. Summary: it is not for beginner. But once you understand it, it is amazing.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Theoretical AND useful for homebuilders !!!, July 15, 1998
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The only one book I ever red about aeronautic, where I dont feel me badly stupid on mathematics, physic and other academic disciplines... From propreller to tail, wing AND cabine measurements, every thing is in the Stinton's book. And a bit more, an excellent sense of humour !
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I am a pilot and aircraft builder and found this book essential for the comprehension of the structures and flight characteristics of the various aircraft designs. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, well organized
This book uses an incredible number of line drawings to very clearly illustrate points. One of the better fundamental aero engineering books I have seen. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Combines engineering theories and historical data
Summarizes both aeronautical theory and historical performance data for many of the tasks involved in creating one's own aircraft design. Read more
Published on March 7, 1997

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