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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Despite its age, this is still the definitive book on handling jets. Comprehensive coverage of the widest range of topics, and to the deepest depth needed to satisfy any technical enquiry. Davies has an unmatched writing style that is highly readable, and right up there with the likes of Bill Gunston. If you prefer reading fiction more than textbooks, then this book is just about as readable as fiction.
Excellent sections on landing and takeoff. Davies makes full use of his background as Chief Test Pilot of what was then the UK Airworthiness Authority. He puts all the topics into the context of proper engineering and aviation fact, shows how the rules evolved from there, and generally gives you complete confidence that you've mastered the full range of the subject. PPRUNE Tech Log has always got one or two side references to this book.
Chase it up hard - it's still around - and keep it at the front of the bookshelf. My copy sits between 737-700 manuals and Swanston's Performance.
Excellent sections on landing and takeoff. Davies makes full use of his background as Chief Test Pilot of what was then the UK Airworthiness Authority. He puts all the topics into the context of proper engineering and aviation fact, shows how the rules evolved from there, and generally gives you complete confidence that you've mastered the full range of the subject. PPRUNE Tech Log has always got one or two side references to this book.
Chase it up hard - it's still around - and keep it at the front of the bookshelf. My copy sits between 737-700 manuals and Swanston's Performance.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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What can you say? This is the definitive guide to flying commercial passenger jet airliners, condensed down into one easy to read single (but weighty) volume. It is not just about the 747, as it uses examples from other jets - some now, like the beautiful DH/HS Trident, long gone from our skies - as to how the technology has evolved, how it all comes together, and how it is managed from the front seat. It is doubtless a professional pilot's handbook, but don't let that dissuade you. It is a classic work. I was reading this book when I was in my late teens - early twenties , and dreaming about becoming an airline pilot; I made it to fly light singles. I have just bought a copy for my youngest son who is now the same age as I was then - he has just qualified to Handle the Big Jets in reality and has asked for a copy of this work. I don't think a book can earn a bigger compliment over time than that.
PS - Don't confuse this with Flying the Big Jets by Stanley Stewart; a worthy book in its' own right, but very different!
PS - Don't confuse this with Flying the Big Jets by Stanley Stewart; a worthy book in its' own right, but very different!
2 of 5 people found the following review helpful
An aviation masterpiece essential for the library of every professional pilot.But there is a catch..don't read unless you have already logged 1500 hours.If you have lesser experience you wont understand too much.
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This book inspired The Members' eponymous instrumental B-side to their debut single The Sound Of The Suburbs (1979). Read more
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This book was a gift for a friend - I can't say I would be buying it for myself
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