{"product_id":"learning-to-fly-helicopters-second-edition-paperback","title":"Learning to Fly Helicopters, Second Edition - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eR. Padfield\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePublisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.\u003cbr\u003eA comprehensive guide to helicopter flying and flighttraining for aspiring private or professional helicopterpilots--updated for the first time in 20 years!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensively revised to cover the latest industry advances, \u003ci\u003eLearning to Fly Helicopters\u003c\/i\u003e, Second Edition, provides details on the technical and practical aspects of rotarywing flight, guiding you from preflight preparation through postflight procedures and everything in between. Written in a conversational style, the book demystifies the art and science of helicopter flying. Real-world advice from the author and other pilots is included throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis copiously illustrated, up-to-date edition features new information on glass cockpits, turbine engines, IFR flying, the latest FAA test standards for a privatehelicopter pilot certificate, emergency and safety procedures, how to choose a flight school, career opportunities, and more. Become a private or professional helicopter pilot with help from this trusted resource!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLearning to Fly Helicopters\u003c\/i\u003e, Second Edition, covers: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive myths about helicopters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic aerodynamics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlight controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour first flight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic flight maneuvers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning to hover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutorotations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced maneuvers--with new material on hoisting, sling loads, and offshore operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergencies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHazards of low-level flying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlight training tips--civil and military\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAircraft systems--with new information on glass cockpits and turbine engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivate pilot practical test standards for helicopterpilots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Ten Commandments for helicopter pilots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight and balance, passenger briefings, and hand signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmployment opportunities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHuman factors and safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA flight to remember--lessons learned from the author's most stressful flight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorn-again copilots--when experienced captains fly theleft seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResources for helicopter pilots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData on and photos of common civil helicopters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere but for the grace of God--real hangar stories astold by real pilots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePostflight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eR. Randall Padfield\u003c\/b\u003e is Editor-in-Chief and VPO of AIN Publications. He is a rated airline transport pilot in helicopters and airplanes, flew missions as a U.S. Air Force HH-3E rescue pilot, and flew offshore helicopters to North Sea oil platforms and ships. Mr. Padfield has over 9,000 hours of flight time and is the author of four aviation books. In 1998 he was awarded the NBAA's Gold Wing Award for reporting excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 552\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 x 9.1 x 7.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 15, 2013\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42694978240575,"sku":"9780071808613","price":46.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/73d259406d6881b6c5a85b3a0dbc2801.webp?v=1765002456","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/learning-to-fly-helicopters-second-edition-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}