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Record Nr.

UNINA9910698556903321

Autore

Administration Federal Aviation

Titolo

Balloon Flying Handbook : FAA-H-8083-11A

Pubbl/distr/stampa

New York, : Skyhorse Publishing, Inc., 2012

Oklahoma City, OK : , : U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration, Flight Standards Service, , 2008

ISBN

1-62087-328-1

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (700 p.)

Disciplina

629.13322

Soggetti

Balloonists -- United States -- Handbooks, manuals, etc

Balloons -- Handbooks, manuals, etc

Balloons -- Piloting -- Handbooks, manuals, etc

Balloons

Instrument flying

Balloons - Piloting - United States

Mechanical Engineering

Engineering & Applied Sciences

Aeronautics Engineering & Astronautics

Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Handbooks and manuals.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di contenuto

Cover; Title Page; Copyright; Preface; Acknowledgements; Chapter 1: Introduction to Balloon Flight Training; Purpose of Balloon Flight Training; Role of the FAA; Role of the Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE); Role of the Flight Instructor; Sources of Flight Training; Practical Test Standards; Flight Safety Practices; Collision Avoidance; Runway Incursion Avoidance; Use of Checklists; Positive Transfer of Controls; Aeronautical Decision-Making; Hazardous Attitudes and Antidotes; Learning How To Recognize and Cope With Stress; Developing Risk Assessment Skills; Evaluating ADM Skills

Crew Resource ManagementSingle-Pilot Resource Management; Human Resources; Risk Management; Situational Awareness; The Decision-



Making Process; Defining the Problem; Choosing a Course of Action; Implementing Decisions and Evaluating Outcomes; The DECIDE Model; Balloon Certificate Eligibility Requirements; Aeronautical Knowledge, Private Pilot; Flight Proficiency, Private Pilot; Aeronautical Knowledge, Commercial Pilot; Flight Proficiency, Commercial Pilot; Introduction to Integrated Airman Certification and/or Rating Application (IACRA); Chapter Summary

Chapter 2: Hot Air Balloon Design, Systems, and TheoryIntroduction; History; Physics; Why Do Balloons Fly?; Balloon Components; Envelope; Special Shape Balloons; Thermal Airships; Heater System; Basket; Instruments; Fuel Tanks; Inflation Fans; Transport/Chase Vehicle; Quick/Safety Release; Miscellaneous Items; Aircraft Documents; Airworthiness Certificate; Certificate of Aircraft Registration; Aircraft Owner/Operator Responsibilities; Aircraft Maintenance; Balloon Inspections; Annual Inspection; 100 Hour Inspection; Preflight Inspections; Preventative Maintenance; Repairs and Alterations

Airworthiness Directives (ADs)Choosing a Balloon; Advantages of Balloon Sizes; Selecting a New or Used Balloon; Balloon Brands; Chapter Summary; Chapter 3: Preflight Planning; Introduction; Purpose of Flight; Weather; Navigation; Performance Planning; Special Conditions; Cold Weather Flying; Mountain Flying; The Ground Crew; Flying in New Territory; Equipment; Personal Preparation; Chapter Summary; Chapter 4: Weather Theory and Reports; Introduction; The Atmosphere; Composition; The Standard Atmosphere; Measurement of Atmospheric Pressure; Temperature; Temperature Scales

Temperature VariationsTemperature Variations with Topography; Temperature Variation with Altitude; Heat Transfer; Radiation; Conduction; Convection; The Adiabatic Process; Air Masses; Characteristics; Pressure Systems; Fronts; Types of Fronts; Cold Front; Stationary Front; Occluded Front; Surface Fronts; Winds and Currents; Atmospheric Circulation; Coriolis Force; Pressure Gradient; Surface Friction; Wind Patterns; Convective Currents; The Jet Stream; Local and Small-Scale Winds; Gradient Winds; Orographic Winds; Anabatic Winds; Katabatic Winds; Clouds; Cloud Formation

Ceilings and Visibilities

Sommario/riassunto

A thrilling blend of adventure and science, the art of flying hot air balloons has never been easier to enjoy. In this newly revised edition of the Federal Aviation Administration's Balloon Flying Handbook, pilots of any skill level will find an easy-to-understand overview of balloon aeronautics along with pointers and tips for safety. With over 200 full-color illustrations and instrument data charts, this handy guide is more than just a textbook, it's a tool for liftoff.