The advanced pilot's flight manual : based on the original text

The ultimate volume in the Kershner Flight Manuals Series, The Advanced Pilot's Flight Manual is for pilots transitioning to advanced models and types, and preparing for their Commercial Pilot knowledge and flight tests. It bridges the gap between theory and practical application, covering the fundamentals of airplane aerodynamics and aircraft performance.This eighth edition, edited by William K. Kershner's son, William C. Kershner, is ideal for private pilots seeking additional training or those considering a career as a professional pilot. The commercial certificate opens up possibilities such as flying local charters to getting a flight instructor's license, and from flying a corporate high-performance airplane to flying for the airlines. Performing a wider variety of flying gives opportunities to see and experience aviation beyond the private license.Illustrated by the author, this textbook includes subject on:Airplane performance and stability for pilotsChecking out in advanced models and typesEmergencies and unusual situationsAdvanced navigationHigh-altitude operationsPreparing for the commercial knowledge and practical tests Contents 4 Introduction 6 Part One: Airplane Performance and Stability for Pilots 8 1: Airplane Performance and Stability for Pilots 9 A Review of Mathematics for Pilots 9 Fixed Angle of Attack Performance Factors 15 Turns 17 Summary 19 2: The Four Forces 21 Background 21 Lift 21 Design of the Wing 27 Drag 29 Thrust 33 Weight 44 And In Conclusion 44 3: Flight Mechanics 45 The Forces and Moments in Straight and Level Flight 46 Forces in the Climb 49 Forces in the Glide 51 Forces in the Turn 53 Summary 58 4: The Airplane Instruments 61 Flight Instruments and Airplane Performance 61 A Review of Pressure Flight Instruments 61 Magnetic Compass 78 Gyro Flight Instruments 85 Engine Instruments 103 5: Takeoff Performance 111 Takeoffs in General 111 Rule of Thumb Takeoff Variables for Non-Turbocharged Engines 118 The Normal Takeoff 119 The Short-Field Takeoff 121 The Soft-Field Takeoff 123 A Review of Crosswind Takeoffs 124 Some Practical Considerations 126 6: The Climb 131 Normal Climb 135 Cruise Climb 135 Maximum Angle Climb 136 Climb Charts 136 7: Cruise Control—Range and Endurance 139 Cruise Control in General 139 A Look at Maximum Range Conditions 142 Endurance 146 Cruise Performance Charts 148 8: Glides 153 The Minimum Sink Glide 154 Maximum Distance Glide 155 9: Landings 161 Approach 161 The Landing 163 Gusty and Crosswind Landings 168 10: Airplane Stability and Control 175 The Three Axes 175 Stability in General 175 Longitudinal or Pitch Stability 177 How Loading Affects Longitudinal Static Stability 180 Longitudinal Dynamic Stability 182 Forward CG Considerations 188 Airplane Weight and Balance 189 Directional Stability 198 Lateral Stability 200 Flutter 204 Summary of the Chapter 206 11: Airplane Stress and Limits of Operation 209 Load Factors—A Review 209 Airplane Categories 211 More About Limit and Ultimate Load Factors 211 Airspeed Indicator Markings and Important Airspeeds 213 The Maneuver Envelope 214 The Gust Envelope 218 Summary 222 Part Two: Checking Out in Advanced Models and Types 223 12: Airplane with Constant-Speed Propellers 225 The Checkout 225 Using the Throttle and Propeller Controls 226 More Background about Propeller Operation 229 Summary 233 13: Advanced Fuel Systems 235 The Fuel Boost Pump 235 Tank Systems and Fuel Management 236 Leaning 239 Fuel Injection 242 Fuel and Oil Facts 246 Some Added Points 247 14: Retractable-Gear Airplanes 251 Background 251 Emergency Procedures 254 15: Checking Out in the Light Twin 257 Preflight Check 257 Check Before Starting Engines 258 Starting 258 Taxiing 259 Pretakeoff Check 260 Takeoff and Climb 264 Cruise and Airwork 265 Approach and Landing 267 Emergency Procedures 269 Single-Engine Control 270 Single-Engine Performance 273 Sources 281 Part Three: Emergencies and Unusual Situations 283 16: Problems and Emergencies 285 Rough Operation or Loss of Power 285 Fire in Flight 288 High-Altitude Forced Landings 289 Precautionary Landings 292 Low-Altitude Problems 292 Summary 297 Part Four: Advanced Navigation and Airplane Systems 299 17: Advanced Navigation 301 A Review 301 Radius of Action (Fixed Base) 305 Other Navigation Techniques 313 Summary 314 18: Altitude and the Pilot 315 Oxygen Requirements 315 Problems at High Altitudes 319 Summary 321 19: Turbocharging and Pressurization 323 Background 323 Turbosupercharging 323 Altitude Turbocharging 324 Cabin Pressurization 327 Summary 329 Part Five: Preparing for the Commercial Knowledge and Practical Tests 331 20: The Knowledge Test 333 Home Study and Review 333 The Commercial Pilot Knowledge Test 337 21: The Practical Test 341 Background 341 Preflight Preparation 344 Preflight Procedures 349 Airport Operations 350 Takeoffs, Landings, and Go-Arounds/Rejected Landings 350 Slow Flight and Stalls 353 Performance Maneuvers 362 Ground Reference Maneuver 369 Navigation 372 Emergency Operations 372 High Altitude Operations 373 Postflight Procedures 374 After the Practical Test 374 Bibliography 375 Acknowledgments and Notes from Previous Editions 377 Index 381 "The ultimate volume in the Kershner Flight Manuals Series, The Advanced Pilot's Flight Manual is for pilots transitioning to advanced models and types, and preparing for their Commercial Pilot knowledge and flight tests. It bridges the gap between theory and practical application, covering the fundamentals of airplane aerodynamics and aircraft performance. This eighth edition, edited by William K. Kershner's son, William C. Kershner, is ideal for private pilots seeking additional training or those considering a career as a professional pilot. The commercial certificate opens up possibilities such as flying local charters to getting a flight instructor's license, and from flying a corporate high-performance airplane to flying for the airlines. Performing a wider variety of flying gives opportunities to see and experience aviation beyond the private license." --Publisher description A Manual For Pilots Preparing For The Commercial Knowledge And Flight Tests, And Those Transitioning To Advanced Models And Types Of Planes, That Explains The Basics Of Airplane Performance.