Flight Path

Author : David Hill
Publisher : Penguin Random House New Zealand Limited
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2017-04-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780143770534

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A gripping novel for young adults that captures both the daring and the everyday realities of serving in the Air Force during the Second World War. Pete and Paul yelled together. 'Bandit! Nine o'clock! Bandit!' Jack spun to stare. There was the Messerschmitt on their left, streaking straight at them. Eighteen-year-old Jack wanted to escape boring little New Zealand. But he soon finds that flying in a Lancaster bomber to attack Hitler’s forces brings terror as well as excitement. With every dangerous mission, he becomes more afraid that he’ll never get back alive. He wants to help win the war, but will he lose his own life? My Brother’s War: '... there are stories that need to be told over and over again, to introduce a new generation of readers to important ideas and to critical times in their country's history ... Hill's descriptions of trench warfare are unforgettable.' from the Judges' Report of the New Zealand Post Book Awards for Children and Young Adults 2013

Author : Paul Grescoe
Publisher : Etobicoke, Ont. : Wiley
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2004-05-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105114288736

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Flight Path by Paul Grescoe Pdf

At a time when airlines across North America and around the world are facing crisis after crisis, and many collapsing into bankruptcy, WestJet has become Canada's most successful airline and one of the two most profitable carriers in North America. WestJet got off the ground in 1996, with three aircraft and 220 employees serving just five western Canadian cities. Today, the company is soaring to new heights, with more than 6 million 'guests'; traveling on 44 planes, and WestJet's over 3,700 people providing service to 26 destinations. Flight Path is the first book to chronicle the amazing success story of Canada's leading low-fare airline. It offers a detailed look at WestJet's path to success and holds valuable lessons for any business reader: the empowering corporate philosophy and people-first culture; the low-cost structure that drives profitability; the passion for customer service that puts the fun back into flying; the focus on technology innovations; and the unwavering commitment to providing safe, friendly, and affordable air travel.

Author : Lisa Wilkes
Publisher : The Wild Rose Press Inc
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2020-01-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781509229475

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Flight attendant Callie Schneider doesn't remember much about her wild South Florida layover. Her one night stand with sexy stranger Andrew was great, but a relationship is the last thing on her mind. Her life, a blend of global adventures and dazzling nights, is already perfect. Repercussions from that night threaten her carefree lifestyle and she is forced to reevaluate what is truly important. Will a bi-coastal romance filled with surprises she could never imagine finally bring her down to earth?

Author : Philip Shawcross,Jeremy Day
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-25
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780521178709

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Flightpath Teacher's Book by Philip Shawcross,Jeremy Day Pdf

Flightpath is the definitive course for pilots and Air Traffic Controllers who need an ICAO4 level of English to work in the industry. Written by Philip Shawcross, one of the world's leading Aviation English experts, and reviewed by a panel of aviation English specialists, this course offers a thorough grounding in the range of communication skills needed by both pilots and Air Traffic Control Officers (ATCOs) aiming to reach ICAO4 level or above. The Teacher's Book is a complete manual and subject matter reference book for Aviation English teachers of any level of experience, with detailed notes and instructions for each unit. The teacher's notes provide further support and will help the trainer customise the course for pilots, ATCOs and mixed classes.

Author : Placido Cicala
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 18 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 1959
Category : Aerodynamics
ISBN : UIUC:30112106738856

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Optimum Airplane Flight Paths by Placido Cicala Pdf

Author : Philip Shawcross
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2011-07-14
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780521178716

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Flightpath: Aviation English for Pilots and ATCOs Student's Book with Audio CDs (3) and DVD by Philip Shawcross Pdf

Flightpath is the definitive course for pilots and Air Traffic Controllers who need an ICAO4 level of English to work in the industry. Flightpath is the only Aviation English course to offer a thorough grounding in the full range of communication skills needed by aviation professionals to communicate in non-routine situations. With regular focus on ICAO criteria, learners are given full support in reaching industry standards, including case studies, analysis of their own communication skills, exposure to authentic in-flight communication, and communicative tasks. Flightpath is the most accurate preparation course available for any ICAO4 language test, and includes authentic industry training video. Flightpath has been reviewed and endorsed by a panel of leading aviation communication and safety professionals.

Author : Rhonda Walthall,Brenda Mitchell
Publisher : SAE International
Page : 232 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2021-02-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781468602562

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Flight Paths to Success by Rhonda Walthall,Brenda Mitchell Pdf

Flight Paths to Success profiles the personal journeys of 33 women who have been, and continue to be, successful in aviation, space, and academia. Each woman was asked to select one question of several questions in five categories: personal career insight, work-life balance, mentorship/sponsorship, avoiding a career stall, and powering through challenging situations. Each woman shared her unique experiences about work-life integration, resilience, career changes, relocation, continuing education, and career advancement. While reading their stories, we saw that there were many flight paths to success and each woman navigated her own way by charting her own course and committing to it. Their stories were published as they wrote them-in their own words.

Author : Janie Buck,Mary Lou Davis
Publisher : Christian Focus
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2009-11
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1857929187

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Flight Path by Janie Buck,Mary Lou Davis Pdf

Frank Barker Jr: A Fighter Pilot, A Pastor, A Founder of Briarwood Presbyterian Church, A Servant of Christ. -Publisher's description.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 706 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Administrative law
ISBN : STANFORD:36105063477066

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The Code of Federal Regulations of the United States of America by Anonim Pdf

The Code of Federal Regulations is the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the Federal Government.

Author : Thomas Walker,Angela Stefania Bergantino,Northrop Sprung-Much,Luisa Loiacono
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2019-10-08
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783030286613

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Sustainable Aviation by Thomas Walker,Angela Stefania Bergantino,Northrop Sprung-Much,Luisa Loiacono Pdf

This book highlights the latest research in the field of Sustainable Aviation. In recent decades, there have been considerable improvements in aircraft efficiency and noise reduction. However, with the demand for both passenger and freight transportation expected to increase significantly in future years, the aviation sector is becoming a growing source of environmental problems and a major contributor to global warming. Focusing on the need to address this mounting problem, this book discusses important new trends and outlines likely future developments in carbon emission reduction, carbon trading, and the impact of emerging technologies, as well as social, legal, and regulatory changes as they pertain to the aviation sector. The book offers an invaluable reference guide for practitioners, regulators, academics, and students alike, in fields ranging from business and engineering to the social sciences. It can be used as a textbook, and will benefit anyone interested in the future of aviation and our planet.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1970
Category : Airplanes
ISBN : UIUC:30112106780379

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Flight and Simulation Investigation of Methods for Implementing Noise-abatement Landing Approaches by Anonim Pdf

Author : United States. Federal Aviation Administration
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 1974
Category : Aeronautics, Commercial
ISBN : IND:30000066278411

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Engineering Flight Test Guide for Transport Category Airplanes by United States. Federal Aviation Administration Pdf

Author : David Allerton
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 509 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2009-11-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780470754368

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Principles of Flight Simulation by David Allerton Pdf

Principles of Flight Simulation is a comprehensive guide to flight simulator design, covering the modelling, algorithms and software which underpin flight simulation. The book covers the mathematical modelling and software which underpin flight simulation. The detailed equations of motion used to model aircraft dynamics are developed and then applied to the simulation of flight control systems and navigation systems. Real-time computer graphics algorithms are developed to implement aircraft displays and visual systems, covering OpenGL and OpenSceneGraph. The book also covers techniques used in motion platform development, the design of instructor stations and validation and qualification of simulator systems. An exceptional feature of Principles of Flight Simulation is access to a complete suite of software (www.wiley.com/go/allerton) to enable experienced engineers to develop their own flight simulator – something that should be well within the capability of many university engineering departments and research organisations. Based on C code modules from an actual flight simulator developed by the author, along with lecture material from lecture series given by the author at Cranfield University and the University of Sheffield Brings together mathematical modeling, computer graphics, real-time software, flight control systems, avionics and simulator validation into one of the faster growing application areas in engineering Features full colour plates of images and photographs. Principles of Flight Simulation will appeal to senior and postgraduate students of system dynamics, flight control systems, avionics and computer graphics, as well as engineers in related disciplines covering mechanical, electrical and computer systems engineering needing to develop simulation facilities.

Author : Curt A. Holzhauser
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Aircraft
ISBN : UIUC:30112106884437

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A Flight Evaluation of a VTOL Jet Transport Under Visual and Simulated Instrument Conditions by Curt A. Holzhauser Pdf

A flight investigation was performed with the Dornier DO-31 VTOL to evaluate the performance, handling qualities, and operating characteristics that are considered to be important in the operation of a commercial VTOL transport in the terminal area. The DO-31, a 20,000 kilogram transport, has a mixed jet propulsion system; main engines with nozzles deflect from a cruise to a hover position, and vertical lift engines operated below 170 knots. This VTOL mode incorporates pitch and roll attitude and yaw rate stabilization. The tests concentrated on the transition, approach, and vertical landing. The mixed jet propulsion system provided a large usable performance envelope that enabled simulated IFR approaches to be made on 7 deg and 12 deg glide slopes. In these approaches management of thrust magnitude and direction was a primary problem, and some form of integrating the controls will be necessary. The handling qualities evaluation pointed out the need for additional research of define flight path criteria. The aircraft had satisfactory control and stability in hover out of ground effect. The recirculation effects in vertical landing were large below 15 meters.

Author : Charles E. Knox
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1980
Category : Electronic
ISBN : NASA:31769000431828

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Development and Test Results of a Flight Management Algorithm for Fuel Conservative Descents in a Time-based Metered Traffic Environment by Charles E. Knox Pdf