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  1. swilliams

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    #1 swilliams, Dec 6, 2010
    As the title states, any recommendations for books to read for an aspiring private pilot?
    I'm going to take some lessons soon and would like to prep myself as much as possible beforehand.

    I've got a few picked out a Barnes and Noble but there are not many reviews.

    Thanks,
    Scott
     
  2. donv

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    #2 donv, Dec 6, 2010
    "Fate is the Hunter" by Ernest K. Gann.
     
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    #5 toggie, Dec 7, 2010
    +1 for Stick & Rudder.
    Best book for understanding relative wind and the basics of flight controls.
    Plus it is an inspirational read.
     
  6. Jason Crandall

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    #6 Jason Crandall, Dec 7, 2010
    Get a copy of the written exam. Study it.
     
  7. toggie

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    Looks like the old Gleim test prep books have been replaced with test prep software:
    http://www.gleim.com/products/productdetails.php?proSell=PPKT+LIC%26REG

    There are also free websites to prep for the test questions such as:
    http://www.exams4pilots.org/

    The Gleim materials will likely have better explanations as to why the correct answer is the best one.

    Most flight schools will sell you a Jeppesen Pilot Training kit with a test prep book within it:
    http://jeppdirect.jeppesen.com/main/store/product_listing_template.jsp?catId=cat3

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    #9 Gatorrari, Dec 7, 2010
    I like the fact that "0 of 11 people found the following review helpful"!
     
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    #13 430ScudMonster, Mar 6, 2011
    The sky.

    Seriously, learn to read the sky: clouds, weather etc.

    Then get out and fly.

    Then read the ground - helps with pilotage.

    But, don't forget to read the sky. It is more important than relative wind when your on a cross country and need to navigate issues.

    Cheers.
     
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    #15 troy_wood, Mar 6, 2011
    On the lighter side - Airframe by micheal crighton.

    Another good one also on the entertainment side is Fast Eddie, a great story on Eddie Richenbacher. (spelling)
     

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