Excerpt from From the Ground Up, 1900
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the world of aviation, chronicling the evolution of flight from its early, experimental days to the advent of sophisticated aircraft and technologies. The author, a veteran pilot with extensive experience across numerous aircraft types, offers a fascinating and insightful look at the evolution of airmanship. He recounts the thrill and danger of early aviation, when flying was a daring endeavor often reliant on instinct and luck. Through vivid descriptions, the author brings to life the challenges faced by pilots as they navigated the uncharted skies. He emphasizes the crucial shift towards a more scientific approach to flying, marked by the introduction of ground schools, the growing importance of technical knowledge, and the implementation of strict air traffic regulations. The book goes beyond simple instruction manuals, weaving in personal anecdotes and historical context to highlight the significant role that airmanship plays in the advancement of aviation, solidifying its position as a vital and dynamic industry. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331943587_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331943587
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331943587
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)