piloting

Written in the form of a first-person diary, this book takes a look at a typical week in the life of a helicopter pilot.

Byron, a rebellious young man, is determined to overcome his troubled past and prove himself worthy by training to become a Cosbolt fighter pilot, but as he struggles to work with the fleet's toughest instructor war has started on the edge of space and Byron will need an exceptional navigator to survive.

Shares stories of extraordinary flying, telling of the experiences of pilots who undertake rescue missions in dangerous conditions, conduct research, and fly solo to gather vital information, and includes an introductory essay about the author's own quest to learn to fly.

Photographs and simple text teach young readers about pilots and the responsibilities they have while on the job.

Provides information about the life of a fighter pilot and discusses their training, the equipment they use, and the dangers they face. Describes a typical day in the life of a fighter pilot and includes action photos of their work. A glossary and an index are also included.

Ziggy and the other members of the Black Dinosaurs go to Space Camp where they learn about the space program and speculate about the existence of extraterrestrial beings.

Explains the work of a pilot by taking the reader step-by-step through a typical day.