This aviation manual stresses the importance of understanding and gleaning the most from weather and air traffic control (ATC) systems. Pilots are guided through common misconceptions about weather dangers with solid advice and accurate examples for improvement. The effects of wind and storms and the role of the ATC are discus...

Richard Taylor challenges you to venture outside the narrow channels of training days to get more out of your airplane and the time you spend in the air. The author shows the VFR pilot and student how to "bite off chewable-size chunks of progressively more demanding situations," accepting a little more crosswind, a little more...

In this fascinating book, pilot, AOPA pilot editor , and author Tom Horne explains the climates and weather phenomena that can be found in every region of the United States, in every season. With maps, photos and illuminating text the author explains the climates what to expect, how to prepare for and how to enjoy the best and...

Written for pilots who want to improve their flight weather forecasting skills, this manual provides an in-depth discussion of the basic theory and logic of aviation weathercasting and an analysis of 46 instrument flight rules (IFR) cross-country flights made in a light aeroplane in all seasons. Each flight episode is illustra...

Focusing on detection and avoidance of severe weather, this book teaches pilots how to lessen their chances of being caught extreme weather conditions. Written so that anyone can understand complex meteorological terms, it attempts to bring across the most crucial principles that pilots can use to fly more wisely. Different we...

Staying out of thunderstorms takes resolve and savvy. This book explains why, when, and where these weather hazards are likely to develop and gives practical advice on flying clear of them. Storms defy precise definition, so it is up to individual pilots to use what they know to make good decisions that lead to a safe flight. ...