"A review of basic physical principles and vector analysis, lift, weight, thrust, drag, as well as other aviation topics as they relate to aerodynamics. This textbook takes the private and commercial student pilot through a review of basic physical principles and vector analysis and covers the four forces in flight -- lift, weight, thrust and drag, as well as other aviation topics as they relate to aerodynamics, such as the atmosphere, stability, power and performance, aircraft limitations and maneuvering flight, and stalls and spins. The 2nd Edition now includes a chapter on high-speed (transonic) aerodynamics. The authors teach aviation subjects at the University of North Dakota's Aerospace Sciences Department and also have extensive experience as military and civilian pilots and instructors. 150 pages, illustrations throughout"-- Provided by publisher.
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Höhe: 282 mm
Breite: 215 mm
Dicke: 22 mm
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978-1-61954-333-1 (9781619543331)
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Mark Dusenbury is an Associate Professor for the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Before coming to the University of North Dakota, Professor Dusenbury was an airline pilot for American Eagle Airlines, and a member of the United States Marine Corps Reserves. He also holds a Commercial Pilot certificate with instrument, single, and multi-engine ratings, and is a Certified Flight Instructor in single, multi-engine, and instrument airplanes.
Gary Ullrich is an Assistant Professor for the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Before joining the University of North Dakota, Professor Ullrich was a Test Group Pilot for Flight Safety, Adjunct Assistant Professor for Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, and instructor/evaluator pilot with the United States Air Force. Professor Ullrich is a commercial pilot with multi-engine, instrument, and Boeing 720 and 707 type ratings.
