Editor and publisher of AOPA Pilot and author of
eight previous books, Collins here presents random
observations on how a pilot can achieve the perfect
flight. Having flown more than 200 different types
of planes, he offers advice on handling
single-engine, dual-engine and jet aircraft, as well
as making generally applicable observations. He
believes that the pilot must have nothing on his
mind but the flight at hand, that even a small
intake of alcohol or drugs can affect a pilot
adversely, and that the flier should know both the
abilities and the limitations of his plane; above
all, pilots should be respectful of the weather,
never venturing aloft if the predictions are dire.
It is difficult to see, however, how the book will
appeal to anyone who is not a flier; lay readers
will find some of the jargon incomprehensible.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.
There is much more to flying than just manual
skills--and therein lies the fun. In a book filled
with anecdotal information and sound advice, Collins
encourages pilots at all levels to strive for
excellence in every phase of flight, to ensure a
safer and more enjoyable experience. Hard cover, 215
pages, indexed.
