Derek Piggott on Gliding by Derek Piggott

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Derek Piggott on Gliding by Derek Piggott

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Part of Flying And Gliding series

Summary

An introductory guide to gliding describing the first flight, the techniques of turns, landings and the use of airbrakes as well as circuit planning and launching emergencies. Advice is also given on the buying of a second-hand glider, motor soarers and self-sustaining sail planes.

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Derek Piggott on Gliding by Derek Piggott

Exciting and accident-free gliding requires skill in the basics of turning, landing, dealing with adverse weather conditions and getting out of dangerous situations. This book offers instruction in each of these aspects and includes a comprehensive guide to gliding instruments. There is also practical advice on the perils of buying a new or second-hand glider. The author's own line drawings illustrate the text throughout. Derek Piggott has experience of gliding in all its forms. He served with the RAF as both pilot and instructor, and is former Chief Instructor at the Lasham Gliding Centre.

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SKU Unavailable
ISBN 13 9780713657999
ISBN 10 0713657995
Title Derek Piggott on Gliding
Author Derek Piggott
Series Flying And Gliding
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Year published 1990-05-10
Number of pages 160
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.