A comprehensive guide to floatplane flying, covering history, techniques, and regulations. Ideal for pilots seeking to master this unique and challenging form of aviation. Characteristics ISBN-13 9780830601790 ISBN-10 0-8306-0179-1 Book cover finish(es) Perfect paperback Condition Good Author(s) Marin Faure Publisher TAB BOOKS Inc. Number of pages 256 Published date 1985 Language(s) English Size 18,5 x 23 x 2 cm Categorie(s) • AVIATION CIVILE• AVIATION LÉGÈRE• DIDACTIQUE - TECHNIQUE Description Discover an excitingly different and challenging form of lightplane flying! Here's your opportunity to get a pilot's eye view of the ins and outs of floatplane flying... to discover why this particular type of lightplane makes special demands on the pilot... and to gain valuable tips on the safe and proper handling of these unpredictable aircraft! Faure has written a comprehensive, well-organized guide to floatplane flying that's generously laced with illustrations and photos and provides fascinating insight into the realities of seaplane piloting. Leading off with a look at the unique, fun, and challenging aspects of floatplane flying, the author provides a historical perspective on floatplanes and gives you a detailed overview of currently available craft—including ultralight floats. You'll find out what it's like to fly a floatplane in the sequence a pilot would follow in actual flight—launching, preflight inspection, taxiing, taking off, flying, landing, and docking. Both the advantages and disadvantages of seaplanes are examined, and you'll find out some of the problems that can arise along with the safest solutions. Plus, there's a full section devoted to American and Canadian floatplane regulations, making this an invaluable cockpit companion for every floatplane pilot.
