commercial aeronautics

Looks at the use of drones to perform deliveries, including global use, design, and health use.

"Drones go where humans fear or are unable to tread. This remains true for drones in the military and law enforcement sphere, but also for venues that could popularize drones: the entertainment and media sectors. This book covers the background of drone technology with detailed explorations of how drones may both revolutionize (and complicate) the fields of news gathering, film and television production, sports and special event broadcasts, photography, and much more. Readers will also benefit from the book's in-depth look at drones' implications for personal privacy, copyright, and other legal implications, such as the regulatory environment surrounding drone use itself"--Provided by the publisher.

The World's Most Powerful Civilian Aircraft profiles many types, from cargo transports and freighters, through flying boats, passenger airliners, and business jets. Featured aircraft include the Ford Trimotor "Tin Goose," one of the great workhorses of early aviation history; the supersonic Tupolev Tu-144 "Charger" and Concorde, Cold War competitors in aviation excellence; and the most popular passenger aircraft of the present, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380. Each entry includes a brief description of the model's development and history, a profile view, key features, and specifications. Packed with more than 200 artworks and photographs, this is a colorful guide for the aviation enthusiast.

A look at how drones are used in commerce, including for shipping, on farms, in mines, and more.

A look at the origins, leaders, growth, and innovations of Southwest Airlines, the low-fare airline that was founded in Texas in 1967 and today carries more than 100 million passengers annually.

"Drones are ... versatile devices that will soon be everywhere as researchers develop new uses for the flying machines. This book looks into drones of the future and how they will be used by filmmakers, businesses, the military and police, and average consumers"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the world of Alaska aviation, featuring profiles of daring pilots and stories of their most dangerous flights.

Readers will learn the science behind drones used by businesses.

Profiles more than fifty civil aircraft that have influenced the history and development of flying.

Examines career opportunities within the aviation and aerospace industry and includes information on eighty jobs including aircraft maintenance, aviation safety and management, flight operations, military aviation, and space flight.