The first book in the PPL course series, the first all-new series of training books for over a decade, follows the JAA PPL flying training syllabus and takes a fresh and modern approach to learning to fly. It dismantles some long established myths and encompasses many issues concerning today's pilots (wake turbulence, ATC procedures, transponders and radar, radio navigation, noise abatement etc.) as well as those timeless airmanship issues that have always been vital to safe flying (lookout, carburettor icing, organising cockpit workload etc.)

The book takes the reader from a point assuming no pre-knowledge of aviation, to the completion of the JAA PPL flying syllabus. It is presented in a straightforward manner, with no irrelevant theoretical material. Illustrated throughout with diagrams, line drawings and photographs, including a step-by-step 'patter' of each flight exercise with internal and external views of the flight exercise to match. PPL1 is also the only training book currently available which covers the full UK JAA PPL syllabus, including in particular Radio Navigation.

The second book in the 'PPL Course' series and the first time that the complimentary subjects of Air Law and Communications have been brought under one cover, making the AFE PPL course series the only series to cover RT in a properly integrated fashion.

The book integrates the necessary theoretical knowledge with the practical aspects of air law and RT, and is designed to be used alongside the other books in the PPL series. Written by an experienced aviation author and JAA Flight Instructor (FI), and overseen by an editorial team of career flying instructors and Air Traffic Controllers, this is a book designed to make to subject matter as simple and accessible as possible. Each chapter deals with its subject in a logical and practical way, and ends with a series of revision questions to aid the learning process. Illustrated throughout with photographs, diagrams and drawings (many in full colour), this is the most up-to-date work on air law and RT and is the only book to fully cover the JAR air law and operational procedures syllabus. It is also the only book of its type to correctly define the differing privileges between the UK CAA and JAR licences and to cover the recent changes to RT procedures.

In the third book of the JAA PPL series the emphasis is again on practical and safety related advice, beyond merely covering the exam syllabus and theoretical material.

Profusely illustrated throughout with many full colour diagrams, illustrations and photographs, the meteorology section has been written with the assistance of the Met. Office, and includes the latest advances such as interpreting satellite pictures and Internet services. The navigation section includes detailed and fully-illustrated information on how to plan and conduct a VFR flight, including an illustrated map reading flight and the latest map symbology. Radio navigation theory is also covered together with all other JAA PPL syllabus requirements. The navigation section also shows the reader how to fully integrate navigation and meteorology for accurate pre-flight planning and safe in-flight decision making.

PPL 4 maintains the success of the first three volumes and the reputation that the series has established for clarity, presentation and content. The first section deals with basic aerodynamics, possibly one of the least-well understood of all the PPL syllabus subjects.

The physical characteristics of the aeroplane are also covered in detail and, for the first time in a PPL textbook, modern construction materials and designs are explained - a particular safety feature given the increasing number of home built and kitplane designs being flown. The book also explains aircraft loading and performance to JAA requirements as well as aircraft documentation and maintenance procedures and general flight safety. With abundant illustrations (line-drawings, pictures and photographs) and absolutely up-to-date information, this book is has become the new standard reference for this subject.

PPL 5 completes the PPL Course series by taking a fresh approach to this much misunderstood and misquoted subject. As always the emphasis will be on a fresh and practical, yet thorough, approach to the subject, with accurate information and abundant illustration.

Human Factors covers the JAR PPL syllabus with an emphasis on up-to-date and relevant material, written for pilots, not doctors. The second part of the book, Flight Safety, breaks new ground in examining flight safety and airmanship issues from the PPL perspective: Why do pilots press on into deteriorating weather? What makes a pilot keep on flying until their aircraft runs out of fuel? Why are low-level aerobatics so dangerous? If you've ever read an accident report and thought, "That will never happen to me," you will find PPL5 essential reading. Pilots of every experience level will find food for thought in PPL5 Human Factors and Flight Safety and it looks set to repeat the success of the preceding volumes in the series.

"Putting the fun and skill into flying" is the subtitle of this excellent new title, an absolute must for all aspiring and qualified PPLs because now, at last, there is a book for every pilot who has obtained their Private Pilot's Licence and then thought "What now?" Written in a friendly and accessible style by an established aviation author and experienced pilot, this book fulfils the need for a book to take pilots beyond their basic training. It describes in detail many of the challenges awaiting a new pilot - touring flight, radio navigation, flight over water, farm strips, dealing with ATC etc

This book also looks at how to stay current and how to maintain and improve your flying skills and deals honestly with the pleasures and pitfalls of flying for fun, including aircraft ownership, groups and aircraft hire, sharing flights with other pilots and so on. In fact, everything they didn't teach you at your flying school! There has never been a more accessible or more complete book for a PPL and it is set to become the PPL's 'bible'.

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the Robinson R22. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into this book. All pilots, whether with 10 flying hours flying, or 10,000 hours flying, will find this book an invaluable companion to the aircrft's manual.

About the series
Each guide in this comprehensive series covers the fundamentals of flying and the principal characteristics of a specific type of aircraft, gathered from the advice and experiences of leading experts in the aviation industry. Geared for pilots looking to supplement their individual plane's official flight manual, these sourcebooks provide an overview of the aircraft and detailed descriptions of its handling characteristics, limitations, and performance data. A history of each airplane's use and function is also included

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the Cessna 152. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into this book. All pilots, whether with 10 flying hours flying, or 10,000 hours flying, will find this book an invaluable companion to the aircrft's manual.

About the series
Each guide in this comprehensive series covers the fundamentals of flying and the principal characteristics of a specific type of aircraft, gathered from the advice and experiences of leading experts in the aviation industry. Geared for pilots looking to supplement their individual plane's official flight manual, these sourcebooks provide an overview of the aircraft and detailed descriptions of its handling characteristics, limitations, and performance data. A history of each airplane's use and function is also included

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the PA 28 Warrior. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into this book. All pilots, whether with 10 flying hours flying, or 10,000 hours flying, will find this book an invaluable companion to the aircrft's manual.

About the series
Each guide in this comprehensive series covers the fundamentals of flying and the principal characteristics of a specific type of aircraft, gathered from the advice and experiences of leading experts in the aviation industry. Geared for pilots looking to supplement their individual plane's official flight manual, these sourcebooks provide an overview of the aircraft and detailed descriptions of its handling characteristics, limitations, and performance data. A history of each airplane's use and function is also included

This book covers in detail everything the pilot needs to know about flying the PA 38 Tomahawk. Important subjects are covered in detail, with supplements and explanations on the general principles involved. Much information NOT found in the aircraft's flight manual, but gleaned from flying experience has been incorporated into this book. All pilots, whether with 10 flying hours flying, or 10,000 hours flying, will find this book an invaluable companion to the aircrft's manual.

About the series
Each guide in this comprehensive series covers the fundamentals of flying and the principal characteristics of a specific type of aircraft, gathered from the advice and experiences of leading experts in the aviation industry. Geared for pilots looking to supplement their individual plane's official flight manual, these sourcebooks provide an overview of the aircraft and detailed descriptions of its handling characteristics, limitations, and performance data. A history of each airplane's use and function is also included

Air Law for Microlight Pilots is the first book to deal specifically with Air Law as it relates to pilots of microlights, gliders, balloons, paramotors, gyrocopters and other ‘sport aviation’ pilots.
Designed to enable to user to pass the relevant UK Private Pilot Licence (PPL) or National Private Pilot Licence (NPPL) air law examination, it will be equally invaluable for the qualified pilot seeking to update his or her knowledge of aviation law, flight rules and procedures. This book sets out to detail those parts of Aviation Law which are relevant to sports aviation (recreational) pilots, focusing in particular on microlight pilots where powered aircraft are concerned, explaining the detail of the subject in a commonsense way designed to help the reader learn. Comprehensive, readable and illustrated throughout (including a full colour section), this book will become the standard reference for sports aviation law. It also includes comprehensive progress and revision questions and answers to help the reader consolidate his or her knowledge.

Subjects covered include:
• AVIATION LEGISLATION
• AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION
• MICROLIGHTS
• LICENCES, RATINGS, AUTHORITIES
• PILOT LICENSING
• LICENCE CONSIDERATIONS
• INSTRUCTOR RATINGS (MICROLIGHTS) AND EXAMINER AUTHORITIES
• AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION AND AIRWORTHINESS
• AIRCRAFT OPERATION
• FLIGHT RULES (RULES 24 TO 27)
• AIRSPACE • AIRSPACE RESTRICTIONS AND HAZARDS
• INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT • ROYAL FLIGHTS
• AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES
• ALTIMETER SETTING PROCEDURES
• OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES AND RULES OF THE AIR
• AERIAL COLLISION AVOIDANCE
• LOW FLYING
• AERODROME SIGNALS AND MARKINGS
• DISTRESS, DIFFICULTY AND URGENCY SIGNALS
• ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION REGULATIONS

The written exams of the PPL course are a challenge for any pilot, and the questions are not getting any easier! Questions and Answers for the PPL Course allows the exam candidate to practice and evaluate their knowledge of each exam subject against a series of question papers written to the same style and manner as the actual exams with the same format, time limits and marking system. It is unique in giving answer references back to the popular PPL Course series for further study and revision. This 2000 edition is the only up-to-date publication of its kind, and the only one suitable for the JAR examinations (which are also used for the NPPL course). Many thousands of pilots have passed their written exams with the help of AFE's Questions and Answers books and you could too!

Air Law and Operational Procedures
Meteorology
Navigation
Aircraft Technical
Flight Performance and Planning
Human Factors
Radiotelephony

Fully up-to-date to be used with the current JAR-PPL/NPPL written examinations.
Test papers with the same style, format, time limits and marking system as the real exams Includes detailed explanations for each model answer
Test and refresh your knowledge, identify weak areas, prepare to pass!