Kroes, Michael J.

Aircraft basic science / Michael J. Kroes, James R. Rardon (deceased), Michael S. Nolan. - Eighth Edition. - xi, 468 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm.

Includes index.

Preface to the eighth edition -- Preface to the seventh edition -- Fundamentals of mathematics -- Science fundamentals -- Basic aerodynamics -- Airfoils and their applications -- Aircraft in flight -- Aircraft drawings -- Weight and balance -- Aircraft materials -- Metal fabrication techniques and processes -- Standard aircraft hardware -- Hand tools and their application -- Aircraft fluid lines and fittings -- Federal aviation regulations -- Technical publications -- Ground handling and safety -- Aircraft inspection and servicing -- Appendix -- Glossary -- Index.

A thorough update of the gold standard for the basic principles of aircraft theory and operation.

9780071799171 0071799176

2017385929

GBB301471 bnb

016246270 Uk


Airplanes--Design and construction.
Airplanes.
Airplanes--Electric equipment.

629.13 / MIC