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Understanding Gliding

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Understanding Gliding
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Derek Piggott
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:256
Dimensions(mm): Height 230,Width 189
Category/GenreAir sports and recreations
ISBN/Barcode 9780713661477
ClassificationsDewey:797.55
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Publication Date 31 May 2002
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

In the fourth edition of this classic work on the subject, Derek passes on yet more of his comprehensive knowledge of the sport. He presents the basic principles of gliding in a style any pilot can easily understand. For those who would like to impove their glliding performance as pilots, this book comes highly recommended.

Author Biography

Derek Piggott MBE spent 30 years as the Chief Instructor at the Lasham Gliding Centre, and has, over the years, introduced thousands of people to the joys of silent flight. He continues as a keen instructor and an active competitor in gliding competitions.