9781332345762 - Map Reading for Aviators: With a Chapter on Aerial Navigation (Classic Reprint) de B. Benson, C. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive guide to map reading and aerial navigation, specifically designed for aviation students in the United States Army. The author draws on extensive expertise, acknowledging the invaluable contributions of prominent figures at Cornell University. The text delves into the fundamental principles of map interpretation, covering essential topics such as map scales, conventional signs, and the representation of terrain. The book explores the historical context of map reading, acknowledging its evolution from reliance on rudimentary methods like pacing distances to the utilization of precise aerial photographs for constructing military maps. The author emphasizes the military significance of map reading, outlining its application in strategic planning, troop movements, and reconnaissance. The book also discusses the intricacies of aerial navigation, covering compass bearings, variation, deviation, and the challenges of wind correction. The text highlights the importance of accurately orienting maps to ensure successful navigation and provides detailed instructions on techniques for achieving this, including the use of a watch, stars, and known points on the ground. The bookââ â¢s emphasis on precise map interpretation and aerial navigation techniques, crucial for military aviation, provides readers with a foundational understanding of these crucial skills. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.