Author : Mark Dusenbury
Publisher : Aviation Supplies & Academics
ISBN 13 : 9781619543331
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (433 download)
Book Synopsis Aerodynamics for Aviators by : Mark Dusenbury
Download or read book Aerodynamics for Aviators written by Mark Dusenbury and published by Aviation Supplies & Academics. This book was released on 2016 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A review of basic physical principles and vector analysis, lift, weight, thrust, drag, as well as other aviation topics as they relate to aerodynamics. This textbook takes the private and commercial student pilot through a review of basic physical principles and vector analysis and covers the four forces in flight -- lift, weight, thrust and drag, as well as other aviation topics as they relate to aerodynamics, such as the atmosphere, stability, power and performance, aircraft limitations and maneuvering flight, and stalls and spins. The 2nd Edition now includes a chapter on high-speed (transonic) aerodynamics. The authors teach aviation subjects at the University of North Dakota's Aerospace Sciences Department and also have extensive experience as military and civilian pilots and instructors. 150 pages, illustrations throughout"-- Provided by publisher.