pre3mhjt
13th Jul 2004, 17:09
Hi Guys/Girls,
I was hoping we could combine our considerable experiences learning about everything aviation to compile a comprehensive list of textbooks/publications that you found particually helpful during your studies as I was somewhat overwhelmed at the shear number avaliable!
I'll start with some basics that I have used. Please feel free to add any that you feel helped you and therefore deserve a mention on PPRuNe.
The Private Pilot's Licence Course x 5 books by Jeremy M Pratt
Published by AFE
(dont know wat i would have done without these!)
On Great White Wings by Fred Culick and Spencer Dunmore (Covers the very earliest history of flight....very interesting)
Handling The Big Jets by D P Davis
(Highlights many if not all of the differences between props and jets...mostly very easy to follow throughout for the novice and a good referance for experienced jet pilots):\ :\
redsnail
13th Jul 2004, 19:01
This list has got me through 2 ATPLs.
I originally posted in Dec 2001. It's still relevant today. :D
Here's my list. These books + class notes have got me through the Aust ATPL and JAR ATPL theory + numerous groundschools.
I treat them as my professional library.
Avionics Fundamentals
United Airlines
ISBN 0 89100 293 6
(gives some good descriptions of navids like VOR and NDB. Also got some Logic stuff in it)
Handling the Big Jets 3rd Edition
DP Davies
ISBN 1 56027 071 3
(still useful after all these years. Not always useful for JAR but gives a good insight into the differences between a bugsmasher and a heavy)
Aircraft Instruments and Integrated Systems
EHJ Pallet
ISBN 0 582 08627 2
32.50 quid
(Very useful book. Can be a tad "heavy" but pretty good for IRS/INS/autopilots etc. Explains basic principles of nav, gyro's etc too)
A&P Mechanics
FAA
Powerplant ISBN 0 89100 079 8
Airframe ISBN 0 89100 080 1
General ISBN 0 89100 078 X
(Brillliant series of books. Designed for an maintenance engineer so pics are detailed. Goes through pistons/super/turbo charging, fire and ice protection, propellers, electrical, hydraulic systems. Even touches on turbines. Need to bought as the series though. In Oz 6 years ago they were $30 each.
Pilot warehouse has them)
Aerodynamics for Naval Aviators
H.H. Hurt Jnr USC (Written for the US Navy)
NAVWEPS 00 80T 80
(Can be a tad deep!!! However, can be worth wading through the material. I did use it for PoF and performance)
The Jet Engine
Rolls Royce
ISBN 0902121 2 35
(brilliant book. A must for all aspiring turbine operators.
Note: Pratt and Whitney do one as well. Slightly cheaper but I believe the pics aren't as good. Don't know if you can get it in the UK)
Aircraft Performance Theory for Pilots
Pete Swatton
24.95 quid.
(invaluable for PoF, Perf and M&B Jar)
Dictionary of Aeronautical Terms
Dale Crane
ISBN 1 56027 071 3
(invaluable - every one needs this book)
Meteorology for Pilots
Mike Wickson
ISBN 1 84037 284 2
25 quid.
(Great for climatology)
Radio Telephony
CAP 413
CAA
Visual Aids Handbook
CAP 637
CAA
Human Factors for Pilots
Green Et al
ISBN 0 291 39827 8
18 quid
(good book for JAR)
Aviation Law for Pilots
Underdown and Palmer
ISBN 0 632 05335 6
28.50 quid
(not bad, pretty good for JAR OPS)
Aircraft HPL
Tony Wilson
CASA (only available in Oz- pity)
Various RAAF manuals I have aquired.
Other books that mates use and recommend for JAR.
Mechanics of Flight by Kermode 24.50 quid.
Radio Aids by Underdown and Cockburn
ISBN 0 632 05573 1
Navigation 6th Edition by Underdown and Palmer
ISBN 0 632 05333 X
Aircraft Flight by RH Barnard and DR Philpott
ISBN 0 582 23656 8
Also, check out the Mike Burton series of books. He was my lecturer.
Trevor Thom's books too. (Note, he doesn't write them any more.)
For Humour 'cos you'll need a laugh.
Bluff your way on the Flight Deck
Capt Ken Beere
ISBN 1 85304 373 7
2.99 quid
What goes up Might come down by David Gunston
(Very very funny ATCO)
on CD and tape
12.50 quid.
There you go. I have aquired these books over a few years. Great ideas for Christmas presents
Please note, the books that I use suit me. I can't speak for every one though. I would suggest that a peruse in a book store and make a comparison between several books is a great idea. I have also found that I have used the books at different times for different aspects of study.
I have now added thoughts and comments to some of the texts.
Enjoy. (remember birthdays and Christmas ideas