aeronautics, commercial

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

When Tuerff and his partner flew from France to New York City on September 11th in 2001, they had no idea that the world-- and their lives-- would change forever. When US airspace closed after the terrorist attacks, their plane was diverted to the small town of Gander, Newfoundland in Canada with thousands of other refugees or "come from aways." Yet, when all seemed dark, the people of Gander rallied and the "plane people" experienced boundless acts of generosity. This generosity ignited a spirit of kindness that renewed Tuerff's spirituality and has inspired an annual and growing "giving back" day.

"Maisy is off on a journey to see her friend Ella, but Ella lives such a long way away. Maisy must go by plane and what an exciting trip it is! As she makes her way through security and steps on board, Maisy peeks in at the captain: what a lot of lights and buttons it takes to make a plane go! Maisy soon makes friends with Mr. Percy and Betsy; and after drinks, magazines and a tricky toilet stop, the journey is over in no time!"--OCLC.

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.

Shows young readers what flying in an airplane is like.

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

Contains chapters entitled: A Leap into the Future; America Enters the Jet Age; The Race to Catch Up; a Clash of Titans; The Fastest--and the Biggest.

A description of commercial drones and how they work, as well as the jobs they do in today's society.

This book describes the science behind plane crashes, what causes them, and how they can be prevented.

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