Understanding Gliding - The Principles of Soaring Flight

Informationen zum Autor Derek Piggott MBE spent 30 years as the Chief Instructor at the Lasham Gliding Centre, and has, over the years, introduced thousands of people to the joys of silent flight. He is a keen instructor and continues to be an active competitor in gliding competitions. Zusammenfassung A study of gliding, exploring how and why a glider flies. Written by a gliding instructor, it seeks to demystify the theory behind the subject. This fourth edition is updated to include developments in technology and high-performance gliders.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Derek Piggott, Piggott Derek, Derek Pigott
• Editore: Black A&C Publishers
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Tascabile
• Pubblicazione: 31.05.2002
• EAN: 9780713661477
• ISBN: 978-0-7136-6147-7
• Pagine: 256
• Categorie: Guide e manuali > Sport > Automobilismo, motociclismo e ciclismo sportivo, aviazione sportiva; SPORTS & RECREATION / Air Sports, Air sports and recreations, Air Sports & Recreations