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Avionics for the Pilot: An Introduction to Navigational and Radio Systems for Aircraft
Avionics for the Pilot An Introduction to Navigational and Radio Systems for Aircraft Author:Joe Johnston Here is a straightforward introduction, clear of technical jargon, to the complexities of the many radio and navigational systems that are commonly used on aircraft. It provides a fundamental overview of the principles and operation of many instruments and aids found aboard all types and sizes of airplane. Starting with radio communications syst... more »ems such as VHF and HF, in-flight interphone and Flight Data Recorder Systems the book progresses to avionic navigation systems, instrument landing, radio altimeter and marker receiver systems. Air Traffic Control, transponders and weather radar precede the final chapter which evaluates likely future developments.« less