commercial aeronautics

The authors state that commercial air traffic is growing increasingly dangerous and that little is being done by the airlines or the Federal Aviation Administration to minimize the danger. They reveal the risks invovled and present solutions and steps that the passengers can take to restore safety and reliability.

Provides a wealth of information about commercial flight, explaining how airplanes work, why they sometimes crash, how to survive an emergency, what goes on behind the scenes at an airline, how planes are built, and factors that affect the skyways, discussing the history of flying, and looking at other flying machines.

Examines the history of development in commercial aviation since World War I, looking at different types of aircraft, airports, and airlines, and includes a spotters' guide to commercial planes, illustrations, and a glossary.

Details an airplane trip from packing and arriving at the airport to the moment the plane comes down to land in a new city.

Tells the story of civil aviation's development through the world, between 1920 and 1940.

Briefly discusses the history and kinds of airports, the various activities in a large airport, and what happens during a trip on an airplane.

Text and illustrations describe the history of commercial airlines in the United States.

Describes the history and development of the Transcontinental Air Transport company.

An introduction to the Federal Aviation Administration, discussing its nature, structure, and responsibilities.

"A look at the origins, leaders, growth, and innovations of FedEx, a logistics corporation that was founded in 1971 and today is one of the largest international shipping companies in the world"--Provided by publisher.