Henry Carter Hull

Presents illustrated, step-by-step instructions for constructing thirty-one paper airplanes, including fantasy flyers, reproductions of actual planes, competition craft, experimental models, and anti-aircraft devices.

A guide to aircraft used by the American Air Force during this century. Entries are arranged alphabetically by manufacturer. Includes 1,000 photos and diagrams.

Provides concise information on over 800 types of military aircraft.

Dusty is a cropdusting plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But Dusty's not exactly built for racing, and he happens to be afraid of heights. So he turns to a seasoned naval aviator, who helps Dusty qualify to take on the defending champ of the race circuit. Dusty's courage is put to the ultimate test.

Describes the sounds of eight different kinds of airplanes.

This comprehensive maneuvers manual is an excellent visual aid for instructors and pilots in training, covering all the flight maneuvers required for Private, Sport, Commercial, and Flight Instructor certification. Each maneuver is depicted in detail according to the type of aircraft in which the lesson will take place, states the objective of the task, and lists the FAA Certification Standards required, serving as an effective learning and teaching...

"An in-depth look at some of the 20th century's notoriously terrible aircraft. Many aircraft, some famous and some rare, gained a reputation for being difficult to fly and sometimes downright dangerous. This book looks at some of the worst culprits over a period spanning World War I to the age of supersonic flight. The following aircraft are included... B.E.2: The Royal Flying Corps went to war in it in 1914. The B.E. was easy to fly and very stable...

Describes the production and development of 12 classic aircraft including the Lighting, Mustang, Flying Fortress, Hellcat, Corsair, Spitfire, Mosquito, Lancaster, Messerschmitt, Focke-Wulf, Stuke, and Zero fighter.

“So You Want to Be a… Commercial Airline Pilot” puts you inside the cockpit of a modern-day airliner for an insider’s look at one of the most glamorized, yet deadly professions in the world. What makes an airline captain, and how did they end up flying your plane? What makes air travel dangerous, and what makes it safe? Do you have what it takes to command a jet costing over one hundred million dollars, and, more importantly, can you accept...