As the official manual of the world famous British Gliding Association, this book is recommended reading for all pilots and instructors. Highly illustrated and designed to be user-friendly, it takes the user through the key theories of flight. 'Must-have' scientific information is highlighted which, together with the less critical material, provides an authoritative resource which can be studied or dipped into as required. Making complex topics comprehensible and including 400 illustrations to enhance the explanatory material, Gliding explains how and why gliders work.

Packed with clear illustrations Complex scientific theory clearly explained Pilots need to understand the theory of flight in order to fly gliders effectively Updated and with additional illustrations

About the Author
The British Gliding Association is the national governing body for gliding in the UK. Under delegation from the Civil Aviation Authority, it is responsible for the standards of instruction and tuition of pilots at over 100 gliding clubs and schools.


Book Information
ISBN 9780713686609
Author British Gliding Association
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 826g
Dimensions(mm) 230mm * 189mm * 19mm