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Avionics for the Pilot: An Introduction to Navigational and Radio Systems for Aircraft

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Avionics for the Pilot: An Introduction to Navigational and Radio Systems for Aircraft
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Joe Johnston
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:256
Dimensions(mm): Height 218,Width 150
Category/GenreAircraft
ISBN/Barcode 9781861268969
ClassificationsDewey:629.135
Audience
General
Edition Revised edition
Illustrations 61 line drawings and 9 black & white photographs

Publishing Details

Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
Publication Date 23 October 2006
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Here is a straightforward introduction, clear of technical jargan, to the complexities of the many radio and navigational systems that are commonly used on aircraft. It provides a fundamental overview of the principles and operation of many instruments and aids found aboard all types and sizes of aeroplane. Starting with radio communications systems such as VHF and HF, in-flight interphone and Flight Data Recorder Systems the book progresses to avionic navigation systems, instrument landing, radio altimeter and marker receiver systems. Air Traffic Control, transponders and weather radar precede the final chapter which evaluates likely future developments. Joe Johnston has worked in maintenance engineering for a leading international airline for over twenty years. He served with the Royal Canadian Signal Corps where he was introduced to radio communications and is a JAR-Licence Holder [Radio and Radar]. 61 line drawings 9 b/w photos

Author Biography

Joe Johnston has worked in maintenance engineering for a leading international airline for over twenty years. He served with the Royal Canadian Signal Corps where he was introduced to radio communications and is a JAR-Licence Holder [Radio and Radar].