This new volume is designed to replace the slightly dated Helicopter Pilots Manuals Volumes 1 & 2 and is to be used by anyone embarking on their initial PPL(H) course. The text is a cut down version of the Professional Helicopter Pilot Studies which is for those pilots intending to go onto commercial helicopter flying. It is both comprehensive and easy to read and uniquely discusses situations using anecdotal comments so lighting the load on the brain as you begin tackling this complicated aircraft.

While it covers breifley each of the course sin turn, ( Human Factors, Navigation etc) we would still recommend the purchase of the Volumes 3, 5 and 6 of the Air Pilot's Manuals. To understand the excellence of this work it is perhaps better to re-print some of the comments from Helicopter Instructors as such:

Dennis Kenyon:

"Phil ... first I have to acknowledge a truly monumental piece of technical writing. As a one time Geologist and physics grad, I thought my technical knowledge was rather good, but it doesn't approach yours. So all I can say is an exceptional "well done" in producing the tome. Your work will be an invaluable reference source and as I'm sure you know, the level you have set will appeal to a particular type who does want to raise his knowledge higher than the average. I like the fact that you separate Map reading from Navigation. So many FIs don't. I also like your use of 'Gyroplane' There's so much confusion between Autogyro and Autigiro. And finally - finally - just love the constant use of your humour to lighten the student's day. Anyway, I still stand by my first comment .. that what you have produced is in the same league as the ancient but totally comprehensive AP 129."

Oliver Heynes:

"Once I got into it I found it a great read. The style of putting in your anecdotal stuff really helps to put the hard facts into perspective. Anyway the bottom line is that the guys are getting good passes in the exams with very little input from me, which is good."

This is Volume 3 in a series of seven from Trevor Thom and covers the tricky subject of Air Navigation and again like it's predesesors it is marvellous. If you are taking a PPL, this book is an absolute must as it contains most of the syllabus and is a great guide into navigation.

Updated to the new JAR syllabus 'The Air Pilot's Manual' series by Trevor Thom have become internationally recognised as the foremost pilot training textbooks. With new, easy to read page layouts and excellent, clear computer generated graphics throughout they offer the student the best opportunity for easy learning of the Flying and Ground subjects for the Private Pilot Licence and will always provide excellent revision for the qualified pilot. They are standard issue for flying training organisations in the United Kingdom and throughout the World

Contents of this volume

Volume 3 covers Air Navigation and includes:

Basic Navigation Theory - Speed - Direction Navigation Computer - Vertical Navigation Time - The Earth - Aero-Nautical Charts Flight Planning - Pre-Flight - Route Selection and Charts - Flight Log - Flight Plan En-Route Navigation - Techniques - Navigation in Remote Areas - Entry/Exit Lanes .

These United Kingdom 1:500,000 charts are renowned for their high quality, definition and technical content. They offer VFR and radio navigation information including compass roses oriented on Magnetic North centred on the radio navigation facilities and show VOR, DME, co-located VOR/DME, TACANs and NDBs etc. Supplied laminated.

The CRP-1 is designed particularly for the student and private pilot. Easy to handle, it includes all the necessary functions for examination, planning and flying requirements. This model is widely used by flying training organisations in the United Kingdom and throughout the world. Circular slide rule side with clear durable cursor. For calculation and conversion of temperature, time, distance, volume, altitude and density altitude, speed, weight, fuel, endurance, multiplication and division, 1 in 60 rule etc. Coloured scales and lettering enhance operation and clarity. Wind triangle side incorporating sliding scale with speed range of 40-850 and clear rotating disc for lead pencil plotting. Use it for calculation of heading and groundspeed, wind velocity, head and crosswind components etc

• Easy to handle it includes all the neccessary functions for the CAA PPL examinations and general planning and flying requirements.

This logbook conforms to air navigation order requirements. Used mostly by student and private pilots. Contains approximately 120 printed pages to detail owners name and address, particulars of licences held, previous flying experience, handling notes, certificate of qualification as P1, aircraft flown, aerodromes visited, record of simulated trainer practices and flights showing date, type, registration, captain's name, operating capacity, departure / arrival aerodromes and times, single or multi-engine, day or night, dual or p.2., Instrument and simulated instrument times, remarks and carried forward totals.

• Standard issue in flying schools throughout the U.K

This is an A5 Helicopter log pad that fits any A5 Kneeboard from any manufacturer. It is a detailed A5 sized flight log for logging helicopter flight details, including space for planning of flight journey legs and fuel calculations. Approx 50 sheets per pad.

Pooleys manufacture a log pad for nearly every flight type. Each pad is manufactured from high quality paper, cardboard backed for durability and feature clear and legible information and gridlines for accurate data entry

The scale most often used. Manufactured with rounded protective ends. Outside edges read to 110 Nautical Miles in 1:500,000 and 55 Nautical Miles in 1:250,000 respectively. Centre scale reads Kilometres to 200 and Statute Miles to 127.

All Scales and Protractors are manufactured to withstand perpetual use. Each supplied in polythene slip case

This is an excellent all in one plotter, originally designed for use in the professional flight tests but so popular we had to redefine its functions for use by student and touring pilots alike. In one plotter the FVP-1 has: · a standard square protractor design, for pre-flight direction measuring · distance measuring in nautical miles in 1:500,000 and 1:1 000,000 scales · a circular compass rose, for plotting radials from an airfield, VOR or way point · a slot along the radial axis of the compass rose for plotting a VOR/DME position, or other bearing/range information (e.g. GPS readout) The FVP-1 is undoubtedly the most useful plotter for any pilot.

It is an essential aid for the JAR PPL skill test, IMC rating and professional flight tests, and is particularly popular with instrument rated, touring and professional pilots.

Chinagraph Pencils for marking track lines etc. on laminated charts and Pilots Boards

• This is a water soluble pencil for all, especially smooth surfaces

This is the lightest and smallest Pilots Courier we do. Ideal for overnight travelling it is made from durable polyester and is fitted with two top handles. Outside there is a full width front zip organiser section and a rear full width zipp pocket.
Inside there is the usual well thought out internal dividers and small compartmental areas.

• Measures 45 x 35 x 8 cm