An Invitation to Fly

, by Glaeser, Dennis; Gum, Sanford; Walters, Bruce

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ISBN: 9780534567903 | 0534567908
Cover: Hardcover
Copyright: 11/1/1998

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This text combines straightforward exposition with excellent pedagogy, clear graphics, and technical accuracy to prepare students to be safe, competent pilots and to pass the FAA exam.

Preface

xvi

Preface to the First Edition

xviii

Part I How to Get Started

(20)

On Becoming a Pilot

(18)

The Aviation Community

(1)

The Classification of Aircraft

(3)

The Different Categories and Classes of Aircraft

(3)

The Pilot Training Process

(3)

Flight Instruction

(1)

Ground Instruction

(1)

The Cost of Learning to Fly

(1)

The FAA Medical Examination and Student Pilot Certificate

(1)

A Typical Training Program

(3)

Presolo Instruction

(2)

Flying Solo

(1)

Going Cross-Country

(1)

Flying at Night

(1)

Qualifying for Your Pilot's Certificate

(4)

The Written Exam

(1)

Dual and Solo Flight Time

(1)

Taking the Practical Test

(1)

Private Pilot Responsibilities

(1)

The Psychology of Piloting

(3)

Pilots as Individuals

(1)

Pilots as Team Players

(3)

Part II How an Airplane Works

(152)

The Practical Science of Flight

(38)

The Parts of an Airplane

(2)

Why Airplanes Fly

(10)

The Forces of Flight

(1)

The Creation of Lift

(2)

The Creation of Drag

(3)

Factors That Influence Lift and Drag

(3)

Flying the Wing: A Pilot's-Eye View of Flight

(1)

Controlling the Airplane in Flight

(10)

Using the Flight Controls

(2)

Coordinated Flight

(2)

Turns and Load Factor

(2)

Maneuvering Speed

(1)

Wing Flaps

(1)

Trim Tabs

(2)

Stability: The Airplane's Built-In Characteristics

(4)

Kinds of Stability

(4)

Special Flight Situations

(11)

Ground Effect

(1)

Wake Turbulence

(3)

Propeller Effects (Left-Turning Tendency)

(1)

Stalls

(3)

Spins

(4)

The Power Plant and Its Systems

(32)

Principles of Reciprocating Engines

(9)

The Anatomy of a Reciprocating Engine

(2)

Converting Torque into Thrust

(2)

Types of Propellers

(1)

Power Plant Controls

(2)

Engine Cooling

(2)

The Oil System

(2)

Oil System Gauges

(1)

Airplane Fuels and Fuel Systems

(9)

Fueling Operations

(1)

Fuel Systems

(7)

The Ignition System

(2)

Dual Ignition

(1)

Ignition Controls

(1)

Standardization of Controls

(1)

The Electrical System

(3)

The Principles of Electricity

(1)

Airplane Electrical Systems

(3)

Power Plant Operations

(5)

Preflight Operations

(1)

Starting the Engine and Warm-Up Operations

(1)

Takeoff and Climb

(1)

Cruise

(1)

Descent and Landing

(1)

The Role of Good Judgment in Power Plant Operations

(3)

Flight Instruments

(32)

The Pitot-Static Instruments

(13)

The Airspeed Indicator

(1)

Types of Airspeed

(3)

The Altimeter

(6)

Vertical Speed Indicator (VSI)

105

(2)

The Magnetic Compass

107

(3)

The Outside Air Temperature Gauge

110

(1)

The Gyroscopic Instruments

111

(9)

The Attitude Indicator

112

(1)

The Turn Coordinator

113

(3)

Slips and Skids

116

(1)

The Turn and Slip Indicator

117

(1)

The Heading Indicator

118

(1)

Power Systems for Instruments That Have Gyroscopes

119

(1)

Using the Flight Instruments Together

120

(1)

Composite Flying

121

(4)

Airplane Weight and Balance

125

(24)

Principles of Weight and Balance

126

(6)

Shifting Weight to Move the CG

128

(1)

Calculating the Position of the CG

129

(1)

Weight and Balance Terms

130

(2)

Determining Gross Weight and Center of Gravity

132

(12)

The Computation Method

133

(2)

The Tabular Method

135

(3)

The Graphical Method

138

(3)

Operations at High Gross Weights

141

(1)

Flight at Various CG Positions

141

(3)

Weight, Balance, and the Art of Piloting

144

(5)

Use All Relevant Publications

144

(2)

Monitor Your Progress

146

(3)

Performance: Measuring an Airplane's Capabilities

149

(24)

The Source of Performance Data

150

(1)

The Influence of Air Density on Performance

150

(3)

The Standard Atmosphere

151

(2)

Takeoff Performance

153

(5)

Computing Takeoff Performance

154

(2)

Computing Headwinds and Crosswinds

156

(2)

Climb Performance

158

(5)

Best Angle of Climb

159

(1)

Best Rate of Climb

160

(1)

The Effect of Altitude on Climb Performance

160

(1)

Computing Climb Performance

161

(2)

Climb Airspeed Considerations

163

(1)

Cruise Performance

163

(3)

Power and Speed Effects

163

(1)

Altitude Effects

163

(1)

Computing Cruise Performance

164

(2)

Tips on Fuel Economy

166

(1)

Landing Performance

167

(1)

Computing Landing Performance

167

(1)

Flying by the Book

168

(5)

Part III The Flying Environment

173

(50)

Airports, Airspace, and Local Flying

175

(48)

Airport and Runway Markings and Identification

176

(5)

Taxiways

176

(1)

Runways

177

(3)

Airport Lighting

180

(1)

Traffic Patterns

181

(10)

The Segmented Circle

182

(2)

Visual Landing Aids

184

(3)

Uncontrolled Airports

187

(2)

Controlled Airports and Supporting Services

189

(2)

Airspace

191

(14)

Controlled vs. Uncontrolled Airspace

192

(1)

VFR Weather Minimums

192

(2)

Controlled Airspace Classifications

194

(6)

Special VFR (SVFR) Clearances

200

(2)

Special-use Airspace

202

(3)

Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) and Distant Early Warning Identification Zone (DEWIZ)

205

(1)

Radio Communication Techniques

205

(8)

How Aeronautical Radios Work

206

(1)

How to Use the Microphone

207

(1)

The Radiotelephone Accent: Phraseology and Pronunciation

207

(6)

Flying at Night

213

(1)

Illumination Systems

213

(1)

Advantages and Disadvantages of Night Flying

214

(1)

Noise Abatement: Maintaining the Friendly Skies

214

(1)

Planning and Conducting a Local Flight

215

(8)

General Flight Planning

215

(1)

Checklists

216

(7)

Part IV Weather

223

(98)

Meteorology: A Pilot's View of Weather

225

(50)

The Atmosphere Defined

226

(8)

The Composition of the Atmosphere

226

(1)

The Structure of the Atmosphere

227

(1)

Atmospheric Pressure

228

(1)

Atmospheric Moisture

229

(2)

Atmospheric Temperature

231

(1)

The Transfer of Atmospheric Heat

232

(2)

The Atmosphere in Motion

234

(6)

Global Circulation of the Atmosphere

234

(2)

The Effect of Pressure Gradients

236

(2)

Three-Cell Circulation: The Zones of Weather

238

(1)

Other Forces Acting on Winds

239

(1)

Aviation Weather

240

(11)

Sky Cover and Ceiling

240

(1)

Restrictions to Visibility

240

(3)

Icing

243

(1)

Turbulence

244

(7)

Clouds: Signposts in the Sky

251

(10)

The Cumulonimbus

252

(6)

Thunderstorm Mechanics

258

(2)

Flying in the Vicinity of Thunderstorms

260

(1)

Air Masses and Fronts

261

(8)

Air Mass Characteristics

262

(1)

Fronts

263

(6)

Weather and the VFR Pilot

269

(6)

General Rules for Avoiding Weather Problems

270

(1)

The Beauty of Our Ocean of Air

271

(4)

Using Aviation Weather Services

275

(46)

The Sources of Weather Information

276

(1)

The National Weather Service

276

(1)

Interpreting Weather Charts

277

(9)

Surface Analysis Charts

277

(3)

Weather Depiction Charts

280

(2)

Low-Level Prognosis Charts

282

(4)

Radar Summary Charts

286

(1)

Weather Reports and Forecasts

286

(18)

Aviation Routine Weather Report

288

(3)

Aerodrome Forecast

291

(4)

Area Forecasts

295

(4)

Pilot Reports

299

(1)

Runway Visual Range

300

(1)

Notices to Airmen

300

(1)

Winds and Temperatures Aloft Forecast

300

(1)

Inflight Advisories

300

(4)

The Preflight Weather Briefing

304

(5)

Direct User Access Terminal (DUAT) System

307

(2)

Getting Inflight Weather Information

309

(2)

Flight Service Stations

309

(2)

Transcribed Weather Broadcasts (TWEB)

311

(1)

En Route Flight Advisory Service (Flight Watch)

311

(1)

Using Weather Services: Two Simulations

311

(10)

Approaching a Warm Front

312

(2)

Approaching a Cold Front

314

(7)

Part V Published Material

321

(124)

Flight Information Publications

323

(24)

Regulatory Publications

324

(1)

Nonregulatory and Supplemental Publications

325

(1)

Aeronautical Charts

325

(2)

Operational Publications

327

(9)

Airman's Information Manual

327

(2)

Airport/Facility Directory

329

(1)

Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs)

330

(3)

Advisory Circulars

333

(3)

Exam-O-Grams

336

(1)

Using Flight Information

336

(3)

Other Aviation Reading

339

(8)

Federal Aviation Regulations

347

(98)

FAR Part 1: Definitions and Abbreviations

348

(7)

FAR Part 61: Certification: Pilots, Flight Instructors, and Ground Instructors

355

(47)

Subpart A---General

355

(26)

Subpart B---Aircraft Ratings and Pilot Authorizations

381

(4)

Subpart C---Student Pilots

385

(7)

Subpart D---Recreational Pilots

392

(4)

Subpart E---Private Pilots

396

(6)

FAR Part 67: Medical Standards and Certification

402

(1)

Subpart A---General

402

(1)

Subpart B---Certification Procedures

402

(1)

FAR Part 91: General Operating and Flight Rules

402

(38)

Subpart A---General

405

(3)

Subpart B---Flight Rules: General

408

(14)

Subpart B---Flight Rules: Visual Flight Rules

422

(4)

Subpart C---Flight Rules: Equipment, Instrument, and Certificate Requirements

426

(8)

Subpart D---Special Flight Operations

434

(1)

Subpart E---Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, and Alterations

435

(4)

Subpart H---Foreign Aircraft Operations and Operations of U.S. Registered Civil Aircraft Outside of the United States

439

(1)

Subpart J---Waivers

439

(1)

National Transportation Safety Board Regulations: Part 830: Rules Pertaining to the Notification and Reporting of Aircraft Accidents or Incidents and Overdue Aircraft, and Preservation of Aircraft Wreckage, Mail, Cargo, and Records

440

(2)

Subpart A---General

440

(1)

Subpart B---Initial Notification of Aircraft Accidents, Incidents, and Overdue Aircraft

441

(1)

Subpart C---Preservation of Aircraft Wreckage, Mail, Cargo, and Records

442

(1)

Subpart D---Reporting of Aircraft Accidents, Incidents, and Overdue Aircraft

442

(1)

Violation of FARS

442

(3)

Part VI Navigation

445

(124)

Basics of Air Navigation

447

(46)

Methods of Navigation

448

(1)

Longitude and Latitude A Navigator's Frame of Reference

449

(7)

The Geographic Coordinate System

449

(2)

Great and Small Circles

451

(1)

Time Zones

452

(2)

From Circular Coordinates to Flat Maps

454

(2)

Aeronautical Charts

456

(5)

The Art of Pilotage

461

(2)

Flight Planning by Pilotage

461

(1)

Limitations of Pilotage

462

(1)

Dead Reckoning Navigation

463

(9)

Measuring True Course

463

(1)

Determining the Effect of Wind

464

(4)

Magnetic Course and Heading

468

(3)

A Sample Problem

471

(1)

Flight Computers

472

(16)

Time-Speed-Distance Relationships

473

(1)

Fuel Consumption

473

(1)

Proportional Problems

474

(1)

Speed and Fuel Calculations

474

(6)

True Airspeed Problems

480

(1)

True Altitude Problems

481

(3)

Density-Altitude Problems

484

(1)

Conversions

485

(1)

Computing Wind Effects with the Computer

486

(2)

Electronic Flight Calculators

488

(1)

FAA Restrictions on Using Calculators During Written Tests

489

Pilots as Planners: A Review

488

(5)

Radio Navigation

493

(34)

An Overview of Radio Navigation Aids

494

(1)

VHF Omnidirectional Ranges (VORs)

494

(1)

UHF Navigation

494

(1)

LF/MF Navigation

494

(1)

Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation

495

(1)

VOR Navigation

495

(8)

Chart Depiction

496

(2)

Radio Communication Information

498

(1)

Airborne VOR Equipment

498

(4)

Advantages and Disadvantages of VOR

502

(1)

VOR Navigational Procedures

503

(2)

Tuning and Identifying

503

(1)

Proceeding Direct

504

(1)

Maintaining a VOR Course

505

(5)

Course Interception

505

(3)

Station Passage

508

(1)

Two-Station VOR Fixes

508

(2)

Navigation Receiver Checks

510

(1)

Distance Measuring Equipment

510

(1)

Automatic Direction Finding (ADF)

511

(4)

Ground Facilities and Chart Depictions

512

(1)

Cockpit Instrumentation

513

(2)

Area Navigation

515

(2)

Radar Assistance Available to VFR Pilots

517

(4)

The Limitations of Radar Services

518

(1)

Using the Transponder

519

(1)

Emergency Use of Radar Services

520

(1)

Other Avionic Aids and Displays

521

(1)

Flight Planning with Radio Navaids

522

(5)

Composite Navigation: Going Cross-Country

527

(42)

Overview of Flight Planning Procedures

529

(6)

General Planning

529

(1)

Preflight Planning

529

(4)

Airplane Preflight Inspection

533

(1)

Departure

533

(1)

En Route Navigation

533

(1)

Replanning En Route

534

(1)

Arrival

535

(1)

Postflight Activities

535

(1)

Going Cross-Country

535

(31)

Preflight Briefing

535

(1)

General Planning

536

(3)

Preflight Planning

539

(8)

Airplane Preflight Preparations

547

(1)

Departing San Carlos

548

(1)

En Route Navigation

549

(11)

Arrival Procedures

560

(5)

Postflight Activities

565

(1)

General Tips for Cross-Country Flying

566

(3)

Part VII Medical Aspects and Emergencies

569

(52)

The Physiology of Flight

571

(30)

Determining Your Fitness to Fly

572

(1)

Effects of Altitude on the Human Body

573

(9)

Respiration

573

(1)

Breathing and Atmospheric Pressure

573

(1)

Hypoxia

574

(2)

Hyperventilation

576

(3)

Hypoxia or Hyperventilation?

579

(1)

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

579

(1)

Altitude and Trapped Gas

580

(2)

Effects of Motion

582

(9)

Gs and Circulation

583

(1)

Motion Sensing and Spatial Orientation

583

(2)

Vertigo

585

(1)

Motion-Related Disorientations

586

(4)

Airsickness

590

(1)

Night Vision

591

(1)

Adaptation Period

591

(1)

Rods and Cones

591

(1)

The Effects of Noise

592

(2)

Protection from Noise

593

(1)

Drugs

594

(1)

Effects of Stress on the Human Body

595

(6)

The Mechanisms of Stress

595

(1)

The Relaxation Response

596

(1)

The Physiology of Panic

597

(1)

The Get Home Syndrome

597

(4)

Handling Airborne Emergencies

601

(20)

Maintaining Emergency Skills

602

(1)

Common Causes of Emergencies

602

(1)

Compound Emergencies

603

(1)

Emergency Landings

603

(1)

Recognizing and Handling an Emergency

604

(4)

Verifying Instrument Indications

605

(1)

Radio Malfunctions

605

(1)

Inflight Fires

606

(1)

Fire Extinguishers

607

(1)

Thinking Safety: From the Ground Up

608

(7)

The Value of a Filed Flight Plan

608

(1)

Forced Landing Procedures

608

(3)

Emergency Locator Transmitter

611

(1)

Ground-to-Air Visual Signals

612

(1)

Survival Procedures and Equipment

612

(1)

Parachutes

613

(2)

Assistance for Lost Pilots

615

(2)

Direction-Finding Steers

616

(1)

Feelings About Being Lost

617

(1)

Communications During Emergencies

617

(1)

The Content of an Emergency Message

617

(1)

The Role of the Transponder

618

(1)

General Rules for Flying Safely

618

(3)

Dictionary of Aeronautical Terms

621

(30)

Index

651

(10)

Index to the Federal Aviation Regulations

661

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An Invitation to Fly

Summary

Table of Contents

Supplemental Materials