Improve Your Flying Skills: Tips from a ProFly Like a Pro has helped thousands of aspiring pilots ensure the safety and effficient operation of their aircraft. Now this classic guide to no-nonsense airmanship has been completely revised and expanded. With Improve Your Flying Skills, Donald Clausing - first officer on a Lockheed L-1011 - offers you a unique opportunity to learn firsthand the attitudes, flying standards, and everyday procedures practiced by experienced airline and corporate aircraft captains. It should be required reading for all pilots. |
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