Author Description
Compact enough to slip into your flight ease and comrehensive enough to ensure master, of the daily parlance of pilots, this handy reference clarifies nearly 3,000 essential acronyms, abbreviations, symbols, technical terms, and slang definitions used in aviation. Completely up to date and categorically alphabetized, this crucial resource covers everything you need to know.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This reference guide addresses the need for a portable, comprehensive dictionary of aviation terminology to ensure clear communication within the flight deck environment. Christopher Abbe provides a structured lexicon designed for pilots, students, and aviation enthusiasts. The text organizes thousands of industry-specific terms, acronyms, and slang into a functional format for quick field retrieval.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A collection of nearly 3,000 aviation-related acronyms and abbreviations
- Categorized definitions of technical symbols and industry slang
- Alphabetical indexing for rapid reference during flight operations
Scope Limits
- Does not provide in-depth flight training manuals or mechanical repair instructions
- Excludes historical analysis of aviation linguistics
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Users frequently note the utility of this text as a compact, field-ready resource for navigating complex aviation jargon. Experts highlight its value as a foundational reference for student pilots and those transitioning into professional flight environments.
Page Count:
216
Publication Date:
1998-06-22
Publisher:
McGraw Hill
ISBN-10:
0070075492
ISBN-13:
9780070075498
Non-Fiction
Engineering
Aviation
Technical
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Air Sports
Aerospace
Aeronautics
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