Название: Principles of Helicopter Flight, Second Edition Автор: Walter J. Wagtendonk Издательство: Aviation Supplies & Academics Год: 2011 Формат: PDF Страниц: 318 Размер: 10.41 МБ Язык: English
Recently updated, this comprehensive handbook explains the aerodynamics of helicopter flight, as well helicopter maneuvers, unlike many aviation training manuals which are strictly how-to guides. Beginning aerodynamics, each step of the process is fully illustrated and thoroughly explained―from the physics advanced operations to helicopter design and performance―providing helicopter pilots with a sound to base their in-flight decisions. Containing discussions on the NOTAR (no tail rotor) system, strakes, principles of airspeed and high-altitude operations, this revised edition also includes the latest procedures Federal Aviation Administration.