The Complete Private Pilot (The Complete Pilot series) (Paperback)

~ Bob Gardner (Author) "In this book we are going to assume that your training airplane is all-metal, has one engine, a fixed-pitch propeller, and a non-retractable landing gear..." (more)
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"A bedrock book in your aviation library."  —Richard Taylor, author, IFR for VFR Pilots

Product Description

Prospective pilots are offered a thorough understanding of flying fundamentals as well as the aeronautical knowledge needed to earn a private-pilot certificate in this guide to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Knowledge Exams. Topics such as basic aerodynamics, flight instruments, communication procedures, and weather are discussed and augmented with checklists, mnemonic devices, specific tips, and special learning techniques that help students quickly grasp the information, pass the required tests and checkrides, and have an operational and practical understanding of the private-pilot certificate. Each chapter concludes with sample questions taken directly from FAA exams.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 365 pages
• Publisher: Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc.; 10 edition (February 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1560276118
• ISBN-13: 978-1560276111
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.4 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #57,283 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Can't wait to read more, June 15, 2000

By	"pilotchris" (New Jersey, U.S.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Private Pilot (Paperback)

Bob Gardner's 'The Complete Private Pilot' was in depth, informative, and interesting, as well as easy to understand. This is the type of book you can pick up before you ever step foot into an airplane and comprehend it cover to cover. My instructor suggested the title and assigned two chapters before every flight, but that first evening I read 7 of the 15 chapters! Mr. Gardner gave me the extra confidence I needed to sit in that left seat and I'm here to thank him for it.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Novice Review, June 29, 2008

By	Mohammad Omer "Umer" (Atlanta) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I am a novice learner, but this book was a recommendation from a dear friend who is a PhD in Aerospace. The title has never disappointed when it comes to finding facts. The treatment on Bernoullis principle and the lift geenration and air foil design is delightful to go through. I couldnt understand the interplay of Angle of Attach and Speed and lift, from even the stick and rudder title. Excellent conceptual treatment for a class of books which are geared to be operator's manuals.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good pre-flight-training book, August 13, 2009

By	Lycurgus "Greg" (Oklahoma) - See all my reviews

Read this book to whet your appetite before starting flight training. Great information, great tips that you'll carry with you once you start flying.