Ultralight Flight--The Pilot's Handbook of Ultralight Knowledge

by Michael A. Markowski

Book Overview

A THOROUGH KNOWLEDGE OF THE HOWS AND WHYS OF ULTRALIGHT FLIGHT---the kind that transcends basic piloting techniques---IS AN ABSOLUTE REQUIREMENT OF THE COMPLETE AVIATOR. For those who want to be the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0938716069
• ISBN13: 9780938716068
• Release Date: October 1984
• Publisher: Ultralight Publications
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Amazing Book!

This book gives you the knowledge essential to be a safer, better pilot. It tells you and shows you with clear descriptions and drawings what's going on with an ultralight as it is flying. I liked the ultralight vocabulary at the beginning, which is a great introduction for anyone new to flying, enabling you to talk the language of flying. If you want to know more about the theory of flight, ultralight aerodynamics, performance, and handling qualities, it can help you gain a deeper understanding. The first chapter is a history of ultralights, which sets the stage for a fascinating read, whether you're new to flying or already a flyer. An aeronautical engineer, pilot, United States Hang Gliding Association Hall of Celebrities inducteee, and Experimental Aircraft Association Hall of Famer, Mr. Markowski knows what he's talking about. I give it 5 stars.

Beneficial reading for anyone who flies

This is the only book I know of that deals specifically with the technical aspects of ultralight flight. I feel anyone who flies or is thinking about flying an ultralight, or any airplane, would benefit by reading it. The author is an acknowledged ultralight expert and his explanations will give you a better understanding of how and why airplanes fly and what to look for in flying one. He gives you the knowledge of an aeronautical engineer and pilot in an easy-to-understand way. I'm also impressed with the great people who wrote editorial reviews of the book and believe it deserves a five star rating.