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tomboo
27th Dec 2011, 20:35
I have been reading "Stick and Rudder" by Wolfgang Langewiesche. I wish I had found this book before starting my PPL, it explains the science behind flying much better than any textbook I have read in half the words!

Can anyone recommend other useful books for the private pilot?

rapidshot
28th Dec 2011, 05:27
Flight Physics: Essentials of Aeronautical Disciplines and Technology, with Historical Notes
E. Torenbeek (Author), H. Wittenberg (Author),
which requires a little math and physics background

The Killing Zone: How & Why Pilots Die
Paul Craig (Author)

Aviation Safety Magazine,The Monthly Journal of Risk Management and Accident Prevention,(Aviation Safety Magazine (http://www.aviationsafetymagazine.com/))

some of my recommendations ,

mary meagher
28th Dec 2011, 07:48
Fate is the Hunter, by Ernest Gahn....not sure I spelled his name right, but this is one of the best ever written. Don't fail to read the list of names of those who went before us.