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Shadow Before the Flame

The Hindenburg Disaster and the Prelude to War

by Catherine Grace Katz ...

***GLIBA Regional Bestseller*“Narrative history at its best.”—Air MailThe gripping, definitive history of the Hindenburg disaster, the rise of the Nazis, and the road to World War II as never before told**On the evening of May 6, 1937, the majestic German zeppelin Hindenburg arrived before cheering crowds in Lakehurst, New Jersey, when suddenly, a titanic inferno lit up the sky. Thirty-four ... Read more

$15.99 USD

***GLIBA Regional Bestseller*“Narrative history at its best.”—Air MailThe gripping, definitive history of the Hindenburg disaster, the rise of the Nazis, and the road to World War II as never before told**On the evening of May 6, 1937, the majestic German zeppelin Hindenburg arrived before cheering crowds in Lakehurst, New Jersey, when suddenly, a titanic inferno lit up the sky. Thirty-four
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Weather Flying, Fifth Edition

by Robert N. Buck ...

THE BEST RESOURCE A PILOT CAN HAVE TO UNDERSTAND HOW TO FLY IN ALL TYPES OF WEATHERHow do you improve on the best guide for pilots to learn how to fly in all kinds of weather? The answer is the Fifth Edition of Weather Flying. Regarded as the bible of weather flying, this aviation classic not only continues to make complex weather concepts understandable for even the least experienced of flyers, ... Read more

$19.49 USD

THE BEST RESOURCE A PILOT CAN HAVE TO UNDERSTAND HOW TO FLY IN ALL TYPES OF WEATHERHow do you improve on the best guide for pilots to learn how to fly in all kinds of weather? The answer is the Fifth Edition of Weather Flying. Regarded as the bible of weather flying, this aviation classic not only continues to make complex weather concepts understandable for even the least experienced of flyers,
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No Man's Land

the untold story of automation and QF72

by Kevin Sullivan ...

A gripping account of how a major air disaster was averted, by the captain and former Top Gun pilotInstinctively, I release my pressure on the sidestick. Out of my subconscious, a survival technique from a previous life emerges: Neutralise! I'm not in control so I must neutralise controls. I never imagined I'd use this part of my military experience in a commercial airliner ...On routine flight ... Read more

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A gripping account of how a major air disaster was averted, by the captain and former Top Gun pilotInstinctively, I release my pressure on the sidestick. Out of my subconscious, a survival technique from a previous life emerges: Neutralise! I'm not in control so I must neutralise controls. I never imagined I'd use this part of my military experience in a commercial airliner ...On routine flight
... Read more
Falling Upwards

How We Took to the Air

by Richard Holmes ...

**Kirkus Best Books of the Year (2013)****Time Magazine 10 Top Nonfiction Books of 2013****The New Republic Best Books of 2013**In this heart-lifting chronicle, Richard Holmes, author of the best-selling The Age of Wonder, follows the pioneer generation of balloon aeronauts, the daring and enigmatic men and women who risked their lives to take to the air (or fall into the sky). Why they did it, ... Read more

$8.99 USD

**Kirkus Best Books of the Year (2013)****Time Magazine 10 Top Nonfiction Books of 2013****The New Republic Best Books of 2013**In this heart-lifting chronicle, Richard Holmes, author of the best-selling The Age of Wonder, follows the pioneer generation of balloon aeronauts, the daring and enigmatic men and women who risked their lives to take to the air (or fall into the sky). Why they did it,
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Chasing the Demon

A Secret History of the Quest for the Sound Barrier, and the Band of American Aces Who Conquered It

by Dan Hampton ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • At the end of World War II, a band of aces gathered in the Mojave Desert on a Top Secret quest to break the sound barrier–nicknamed "The Demon" by pilots. The true story of what happened in those skies has never been told.Speed. In 1947, it represented the difference between victory and annihilation.After Hiroshima, the ability to deliver a nuclear device to its target faster ... Read more

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NATIONAL BESTSELLER • At the end of World War II, a band of aces gathered in the Mojave Desert on a Top Secret quest to break the sound barrier–nicknamed "The Demon" by pilots. The true story of what happened in those skies has never been told.Speed. In 1947, it represented the difference between victory and annihilation.After Hiroshima, the ability to deliver a nuclear device to its target faster
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Amelia Earhart

The Turbulent Life of an American Icon

by Kathleen C. Winters ...

When Amelia Earhart disappeared over the Pacific in 1937, she was at the height of her fame. Fascination with Earhart remains just as strong today, as her mysterious disappearance continues to inspire speculation. In this nuanced and often surprising biography, acclaimed aviation historian Kathleen C. Winters moves beyond the caricature of the spunky, precocious pilot to offer a more complex ... Read more

$12.39 USD

When Amelia Earhart disappeared over the Pacific in 1937, she was at the height of her fame. Fascination with Earhart remains just as strong today, as her mysterious disappearance continues to inspire speculation. In this nuanced and often surprising biography, acclaimed aviation historian Kathleen C. Winters moves beyond the caricature of the spunky, precocious pilot to offer a more complex
... Read more
UH-60 Black Hawk: The Backbone of Modern Air Assault

Helicopter Legends, #6

by Roger Bennett ...

Series Book 6 - Helicopter Legends
On the modern battlefield, every second matters. From daring night insertions and contested landing zones to the urgent evacuation of wounded soldiers, one helicopter has become inseparable from the way American forces move, fight, and survive.UH-60 Black Hawk: The Backbone of Modern Air Assault tells the remarkable story of the aircraft that transformed modern battlefield mobility. Military ... Read more

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On the modern battlefield, every second matters. From daring night insertions and contested landing zones to the urgent evacuation of wounded soldiers, one helicopter has become inseparable from the way American forces move, fight, and survive.UH-60 Black Hawk: The Backbone of Modern Air Assault tells the remarkable story of the aircraft that transformed modern battlefield mobility. Military
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The Dream Machine

The Untold History of the Notorious V-22 Osprey

by Richard Whittle ...

A fascinating and authoritative narrative history of the V-22 Osprey, revealing the inside story of the most controversial piece of military hardware ever developed for the United States Marine Corps.When the Marines decided to buy a helicopter-airplane hybrid “tiltrotor” called the V-22 Osprey, they saw it as their dream machine. The tiltrotor was the aviation equivalent of finding the Northwest ... Read more

$14.99 USD

A fascinating and authoritative narrative history of the V-22 Osprey, revealing the inside story of the most controversial piece of military hardware ever developed for the United States Marine Corps.When the Marines decided to buy a helicopter-airplane hybrid “tiltrotor” called the V-22 Osprey, they saw it as their dream machine. The tiltrotor was the aviation equivalent of finding the Northwest
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The Basic Aerobatic Manual

With Spin and Upset Recovery Techniques

by William K. Kershner ...

This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.The Basic Aerobatic Manual, Third Edition, is a complete reference for the beginning aerobatic student, with invaluable unusual attitude and spin recovery ... Read more

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This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.The Basic Aerobatic Manual, Third Edition, is a complete reference for the beginning aerobatic student, with invaluable unusual attitude and spin recovery
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Aeronautical Chart User's Guide

by Federal Aviation Administration ...

The updated 11th edition of the Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide by the FAA is a great reference for novice pilots and professionals alike. Printed in full color with detailed examples, this book provides all the information students and pilots need to know about all the symbols and information provided on US aeronautical charts and chart navigation publications. Readers will find information on ... Read more

$9.99 USD

The updated 11th edition of the Aeronautical Chart User’s Guide by the FAA is a great reference for novice pilots and professionals alike. Printed in full color with detailed examples, this book provides all the information students and pilots need to know about all the symbols and information provided on US aeronautical charts and chart navigation publications. Readers will find information on
... Read more
Fighter Wing

A Guided Tour of an Air Force Combat Wing

by Tom Clancy, John Gresham ...

Series Book 3 - Tom Clancy's Military Referenc
Now, for the first time, an insider's look at an Air Force combat wing -- the planes, the technology, and the people . . . with Tom Clancy as your guide.Tom Clancy's previous explorations of America's armed forces, Submarine and Armored Cav, revealed exclusive, never-before-seen information an the people and technology that protect our nation. Now, the acclaimed author of Clear and Present Danger ... Read more

$15.99 USD

Now, for the first time, an insider's look at an Air Force combat wing -- the planes, the technology, and the people . . . with Tom Clancy as your guide.Tom Clancy's previous explorations of America's armed forces, Submarine and Armored Cav, revealed exclusive, never-before-seen information an the people and technology that protect our nation. Now, the acclaimed author of Clear and Present Danger
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Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook—General (2026)

FAA-H-8083-30B

by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), U.S. Department of Transportation ...

Series series ASA FAA Handbook Series
This is not AI-generated content. Aviation Supplies & Academics has been the industry’s trusted source for official FAA publications for more than 85 years. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing the latest authentic FAA release.This handbook FAA-H-8083-30B is current in 2026.The FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook—General is designed for use by instructors and applicants ... Read more

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This is not AI-generated content. Aviation Supplies & Academics has been the industry’s trusted source for official FAA publications for more than 85 years. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing the latest authentic FAA release.This handbook FAA-H-8083-30B is current in 2026.The FAA Aviation Maintenance Technician Handbook—General is designed for use by instructors and applicants
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A Strato-Freight Airliner Crashes San Juan, Puerto Rico June 6, 1949

by Robert Grey Reynolds ...

The Strato-Freight airliner that crashed off the coast of Puerto Rico in June 1949 was a converted army transport C-46. It had once been used to carry fully armed troops. The airline company, based in Connecticut, had added room in the plane to seat more passengers. Four minutes after takeoff the plane crashed off the island's northern coast, a result of a failure of its right engine. My e-book ... Read more

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The Strato-Freight airliner that crashed off the coast of Puerto Rico in June 1949 was a converted army transport C-46. It had once been used to carry fully armed troops. The airline company, based in Connecticut, had added room in the plane to seat more passengers. Four minutes after takeoff the plane crashed off the island's northern coast, a result of a failure of its right engine. My e-book
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How to land any airplane

by Facundo Conforti ...

Landing is a critical phase of flight. Together with takeoff, they are the two maneuvers where the greatest risk is present and where all the capacities of both the pilot and the aircraft are required. This work focuses on the development of landing, independently of the plane, but considering the different circumstances that can affect this phase of flight.A work that proposes to consider landing ... Read more

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Landing is a critical phase of flight. Together with takeoff, they are the two maneuvers where the greatest risk is present and where all the capacities of both the pilot and the aircraft are required. This work focuses on the development of landing, independently of the plane, but considering the different circumstances that can affect this phase of flight.A work that proposes to consider landing
... Read more
Independent Remote Pilot Part 107 Exam Guide 2026/2027 for Everyone

Designed to Match the FAA Exam With 900 Practice Questions

by Terry Giron ...

This book is a structured learning resource designed to support individuals preparing for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot knowledge examination. This guide presents essential unmanned aircraft system (UAS) concepts and exam-relevant material in a clear, organized format suitable for learners at all stages of preparation.The guide focuses on helping readers understand and apply topics commonly tested ... Read more

$8.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This book is a structured learning resource designed to support individuals preparing for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot knowledge examination. This guide presents essential unmanned aircraft system (UAS) concepts and exam-relevant material in a clear, organized format suitable for learners at all stages of preparation.The guide focuses on helping readers understand and apply topics commonly tested
... Read more
A Gift of Wings

by Richard Bach ...

From the bestselling author of Jonathan Livingston Seagull, comes an inspiring collection of short stories of being a pilot.With perfect insight, Richard Bach captures the true esssence of flying and the magic of being in the air. Philosophical and adventurous, each story will grab you and make you want to soar. Once again Richard Bach has written a masterpiece to help you touch that part of your ... Read more

$5.99 USD

From the bestselling author of Jonathan Livingston Seagull, comes an inspiring collection of short stories of being a pilot.With perfect insight, Richard Bach captures the true esssence of flying and the magic of being in the air. Philosophical and adventurous, each story will grab you and make you want to soar. Once again Richard Bach has written a masterpiece to help you touch that part of your
... Read more
Burning with a Blue Flame

by Sebastian Dureaux-Russell ...

Pilot Elmer Darrell will get the jaunt of his life after he agrees to compete against racecar driver Humboldt Bratka in the latest craze, SPEED. As each man seeks to outdistance his past, their passions collide against a roaring background of speakeasies, masked balls, and jazz! Will "Elm" fall for the flapper turned wing-walker, Zella? Will "Bolt" fall for the vamp racecar driver, Veronica? Or ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Pilot Elmer Darrell will get the jaunt of his life after he agrees to compete against racecar driver Humboldt Bratka in the latest craze, SPEED. As each man seeks to outdistance his past, their passions collide against a roaring background of speakeasies, masked balls, and jazz! Will "Elm" fall for the flapper turned wing-walker, Zella? Will "Bolt" fall for the vamp racecar driver, Veronica? Or
... Read more
FAR/AIM 2024: Up-to-Date Federal Aviation Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual

by Federal Aviation Administration ...

Series series FAR/AIM Federal Aviation Regulations
All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book ... Read more

$14.99 USD

All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book
... Read more
Aviation for Beginners

by Facundo Conforti ...

This work has been developed to bring the main aeronautical content to aviation enthusiasts, students and future pilots and to anyone passionate about the aeronautical field who wants to learn a little more about this fascinating world of civil aviation. We will learn the main theoretical concepts of aviation. A summary of each aeronautical area, explained in a simple and pleasant way to read, but ... Read more

$6.90 USD

This work has been developed to bring the main aeronautical content to aviation enthusiasts, students and future pilots and to anyone passionate about the aeronautical field who wants to learn a little more about this fascinating world of civil aviation. We will learn the main theoretical concepts of aviation. A summary of each aeronautical area, explained in a simple and pleasant way to read, but
... Read more
Historic Aircraft Wrecks of Los Angeles County

by G. Pat Macha ...

Series series Disaster
A century of aviation research and military flights over Los Angeles County has left the San Gabriel Mountains, Mojave Desert and the near-shore Pacific Ocean strewn with more than 1,500 aircraft crash sites. Barnstormers and test pilots too often made unexpected final landings. Accidents occurred on a nearly daily basis during World War II training maneuvers. Private planes, a sign of 1950s ... Read more

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A century of aviation research and military flights over Los Angeles County has left the San Gabriel Mountains, Mojave Desert and the near-shore Pacific Ocean strewn with more than 1,500 aircraft crash sites. Barnstormers and test pilots too often made unexpected final landings. Accidents occurred on a nearly daily basis during World War II training maneuvers. Private planes, a sign of 1950s
... Read more
China's Wings

War, Intrigue, Romance, and Adventure in the Middle Kingdom During the Golden Age of Flight

by Gregory Crouch ...

From the acclaimed author of Enduring Patagonia comes a dazzling tale of aerial adventure set against the roiling backdrop of war in Asia. The incredible real-life saga of the flying band of brothers who opened the skies over China in the years leading up to World War II—and boldly safeguarded them during that conflict—China’s Wings is one of the most exhilarating untold chapters in the annals of ... Read more

$8.99 USD

From the acclaimed author of Enduring Patagonia comes a dazzling tale of aerial adventure set against the roiling backdrop of war in Asia. The incredible real-life saga of the flying band of brothers who opened the skies over China in the years leading up to World War II—and boldly safeguarded them during that conflict—China’s Wings is one of the most exhilarating untold chapters in the annals of
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Taking Flight

Inventing the Aerial Age, from Antiquity through the First World War

by Richard P. Hallion ...

The invention of flight represents the culmination of centuries of thought and desire. Kites and rockets sparked our collective imagination. Then the balloon gave humanity its first experience aloft, though at the mercy of the winds. The steerable airship that followed had more practicality, yet a number of insurmountable limitations. But the airplane truly launched the Aerial Age, and its ... Read more

$16.19 USD

The invention of flight represents the culmination of centuries of thought and desire. Kites and rockets sparked our collective imagination. Then the balloon gave humanity its first experience aloft, though at the mercy of the winds. The steerable airship that followed had more practicality, yet a number of insurmountable limitations. But the airplane truly launched the Aerial Age, and its
... Read more
FAR/AIM 2026

Up-to-Date FAA Regulations / Aeronautical Information Manual

by Federal Aviation Administration ...

All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book ... Read more

$14.99 USD

All the Information You Need to Operate Safely in US Airspace, Fully UpdatedIf you’re an aviator or aviation enthusiast, you cannot be caught with an out-of-date edition of the FAR/AIM. In the newest edition of the FAR/AIM, all regulations, procedures, and illustrations are brought up to date to reflect current federal regulations and FAA data, policies, and advisories. This handy reference book
... Read more
Guide to the Flight Review for Pilots and Instructors

by Jason Blair ...

Series series Oral Exam Guide Series
This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.Guide to the Flight Review is an excellent study tool for pilots and instructors alike. Use it when you’re gearing up for a Flight Review or as a general ... Read more

$14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This is not AI-generated content. The contents were written and verified by subject matter experts from Aviation Supplies & Academics, an 85-year-old aviation company. Look for the ASA wings to ensure you are purchasing a reliable publication.Guide to the Flight Review is an excellent study tool for pilots and instructors alike. Use it when you’re gearing up for a Flight Review or as a general
... Read more

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