From the Flight Deck

About this book

Perfect for informing the aviation enthusiast and calming the fearful flier, this insightful glimpse into the world of commercial airline travel explains all of the topics any passenger would want to know about flying. With a unique insider’s perspective, a broad range of flight-related topics—including the physics of flight, how airplanes work and what they’re made of, and how pilots are trained—are discussed at length in this account. Blending facts, trivia, and humor, this ultimate flight companion provides up-to-date, accurate information about the science of aviation.