Description: So much has been said about earlier editions of this bookthe quintessential guide for aspiring and novice pilots. Tens of thousands have turned to Joe Christy's time-honored primer of practical advice on the sometimes daunting process of obtaining a pilot's license. Now, this economical manual has been extensively expanded and updated to reflect the most recent developments in aviation and the piloting process. Jerry A. Eichenberger has added new sections to thoroughly discuss the two newest forms of navigation - Loran-C and the Global Positioning System (GPS). You'll also find new material on airspace designations, FAA weather reporting and information access systems, small airplane certification programs, training requirements, in-flight communications, and biennial flight reviews.

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