Bestsellers
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Private Pilot License Checkride Oral Exam Guide: The Most Common Questions
- Over 260 Commonly Asked PPL Oral Exam Questions with Detailed Answers & Tips
- By: Noel Benford
- Narrated by: Lara Terco
- Length: 10 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Authored by Noel Benford, a seasoned Certified Flight Instructor from New York, this guide gives you the most common questions students have been asked during recent exams.
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Nice audiobook version
- By Nick Malone on 02-14-24
By: Noel Benford
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The Wright Brothers
- By: David McCullough
- Narrated by: David McCullough
- Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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Two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize David McCullough tells the dramatic story behind the story about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly....
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Disappointing
- By Sara on 07-10-16
By: David McCullough
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The Aviators
- Eddie Rickenbacker, Jimmy Doolittle, Charles Lindbergh, and the Epic Age of Flight
- By: Winston Groom
- Narrated by: Robertson Dean
- Length: 17 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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Gifted storyteller Winston Groom, the bestselling author of Forrest Gump, has written the fascinating story of three extraordinary heroes who defined aviation during the great age of flight....
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Too much a hagiography
- By Joseph Valenzi on 09-08-15
By: Winston Groom
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Yeager
- An Autobiography
- By: Chuck Yeager
- Narrated by: Chris Browning, Pamela Dillman, David Stifel, and others
- Length: 14 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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General Chuck Yeager was the greatest test pilot of them all - the first man to fly faster than the speed of sound....
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Just an Amazing Life
- By John on 05-08-20
By: Chuck Yeager
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Private Pilot Blueprint
- By: Jason Schappert
- Narrated by: Jason Schappert
- Length: 2 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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In the third edition of the Private Pilot Blueprint, Jason Schappert takes his 10,000+ hours of flight experience to guide you on the path to saving time and money on your aviation journey....
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This is a very brief but valuable intro to what is takes to get one’s Private Pilot’s License.
- By Amazon Customer on 07-20-23
By: Jason Schappert
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The Complete Drone Test Part 107 Study Guide
- A Full Audio Review for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification Exam. Includes Practice Exam Questions & PDF Sheet
- By: Helen Krasner, Ace Flight Training
- Narrated by: Chris Thom
- Length: 3 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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Written and prepared by licensed remote pilots at Ace Flight Training providing the best FAA Part 107 exam study guide on the market....
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Rip off the information is out dated.
- By Anthony D. on 08-09-21
By: Helen Krasner, and others
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Private Pilot License Checkride Oral Exam Guide: The Most Common Questions
- Over 260 Commonly Asked PPL Oral Exam Questions with Detailed Answers & Tips
- By: Noel Benford
- Narrated by: Lara Terco
- Length: 10 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Authored by Noel Benford, a seasoned Certified Flight Instructor from New York, this guide gives you the most common questions students have been asked during recent exams.
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Nice audiobook version
- By Nick Malone on 02-14-24
By: Noel Benford
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The Wright Brothers
- By: David McCullough
- Narrated by: David McCullough
- Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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Two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize David McCullough tells the dramatic story behind the story about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly....
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Disappointing
- By Sara on 07-10-16
By: David McCullough
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The Aviators
- Eddie Rickenbacker, Jimmy Doolittle, Charles Lindbergh, and the Epic Age of Flight
- By: Winston Groom
- Narrated by: Robertson Dean
- Length: 17 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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Gifted storyteller Winston Groom, the bestselling author of Forrest Gump, has written the fascinating story of three extraordinary heroes who defined aviation during the great age of flight....
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Too much a hagiography
- By Joseph Valenzi on 09-08-15
By: Winston Groom
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Yeager
- An Autobiography
- By: Chuck Yeager
- Narrated by: Chris Browning, Pamela Dillman, David Stifel, and others
- Length: 14 hrs and 23 mins
- Unabridged
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General Chuck Yeager was the greatest test pilot of them all - the first man to fly faster than the speed of sound....
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Just an Amazing Life
- By John on 05-08-20
By: Chuck Yeager
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Private Pilot Blueprint
- By: Jason Schappert
- Narrated by: Jason Schappert
- Length: 2 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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In the third edition of the Private Pilot Blueprint, Jason Schappert takes his 10,000+ hours of flight experience to guide you on the path to saving time and money on your aviation journey....
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This is a very brief but valuable intro to what is takes to get one’s Private Pilot’s License.
- By Amazon Customer on 07-20-23
By: Jason Schappert
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The Complete Drone Test Part 107 Study Guide
- A Full Audio Review for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification Exam. Includes Practice Exam Questions & PDF Sheet
- By: Helen Krasner, Ace Flight Training
- Narrated by: Chris Thom
- Length: 3 hrs and 11 mins
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Written and prepared by licensed remote pilots at Ace Flight Training providing the best FAA Part 107 exam study guide on the market....
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Rip off the information is out dated.
- By Anthony D. on 08-09-21
By: Helen Krasner, and others
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Flying Blind
- The 737 MAX Tragedy and the Fall of Boeing
- By: Peter Robison
- Narrated by: Feodor Chin
- Length: 10 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Boeing is a century-old titan of industry. It played a major role in the early days of commercial flight, World War II bombing missions, and moon landings....
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(Revised). Missing some, but informative.
- By Amazon Customer on 12-04-21
By: Peter Robison
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Devotion
- An Epic Story of Heroism, Friendship, and Sacrifice
- By: Adam Makos
- Narrated by: Dominic Hoffman
- Length: 14 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Devotion tells the inspirational story of the U.S. Navy’s most famous aviation duo, Lieutenant Tom Hudner and Ensign Jesse Brown, and the Marines they fought to defend. A white New Englander from the country-club scene, Tom passed up Harvard to fly fighters for his country....
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BUY A HIGHER CALL FIRST - IS MUCH BETTER
- By Count B on 06-29-18
By: Adam Makos
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2024-2025 FAA Drone License Exam Guide
- A Simplified Approach to Passing the FAA Part 107 Drone License Exam at a Sitting with Test Questions and Answers
- By: Darren Ramsay
- Narrated by: Rodney Tompkins
- Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins
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Unlock your path to becoming a licensed drone pilot effortlessly with the "2024-2025 FAA Drone License Exam Guide." This meticulously crafted book offers a simplified yet comprehensive approach to ace the FAA Part 107 Drone License Exam....
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Good info but not meant for an audiobook
- By Thejadeforest on 03-01-24
By: Darren Ramsay
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When I Fell from the Sky
- The True Story of One Woman's Miraculous Survival
- By: Juliane Diller Koepcke, Ross Benjamin - translator
- Narrated by: Judith Georgi
- Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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She was 17 years old on a Christmas Eve flight 40 years ago to join her father for Christmas when the unimaginable happened. The Lockheed L-188A Electra, on the way from Lima to Pucallpa, flew directly into a thunderstorm.
By: Juliane Diller Koepcke, and others
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Concorde
- By: Mike Bannister
- Narrated by: Mike Bannister
- Length: 12 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Concorde is an enthralling personal account of what it takes to fly planes faster than the speed of sound, and of the events that lay behind 114 needless deaths—the 113 victims of the crash and, ultimately, Concorde herself....
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Absolutely loved it
- By Anonymous User on 10-16-23
By: Mike Bannister
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Aviation Mastery
- By: Jason Schappert
- Narrated by: Jason Schappert, Michael J McMurray
- Length: 4 hrs and 18 mins
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Aviation Mastery is filled with the science of learning and the science of aviation safety from an experienced pilot and flight instructor....
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Good message, but nothing new
- By JWilly on 07-11-24
By: Jason Schappert
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The Great Stewardess Rebellion
- How Women Launched a Workplace Revolution at 30,000 Feet
- By: Nell McShane Wulfhart
- Narrated by: Bonnie Friel
- Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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It was the Golden Age of Travel, and everyone wanted in. As flying boomed in the 1960s, women from across the United States applied for jobs as stewardesses. They were drawn to the promise of glamorous jet-setting, the chance to see the world....
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Amazingly true!!
- By Kay on 08-13-23
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Chasing the Demon
- A Secret History of the Quest for the Sound Barrier, and the Band of American Aces Who Conquered It
- By: Dan Hampton
- Narrated by: John Pruden
- Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins
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The New York Times best-selling author of Viper Pilot chronicles another thrilling chapter in American aviation history: the race to break the sound barrier....
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Not at all what it purports to be
- By John A Stevenson on 11-20-18
By: Dan Hampton
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Into the Abyss
- An Extraordinary True Story
- By: Carol Shaben
- Narrated by: Tiffany Morgan
- Length: 10 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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Only four men survived the plane crash. The pilot. A politician. A cop... and the criminal he was shackled to....
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Too long, and it got boring.
- By Simone on 06-30-17
By: Carol Shaben
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AFOQT Exam Study Guide
- Complete Review for the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test
- By: Jonathan L Reese
- Narrated by: Tom Brooks
- Length: 5 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Have you ever dreamed of taking to the skies as an Air Force officer, commanding advanced aircraft, and leading missions with precision and skill? The Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) is your gateway to turning that dream into reality.
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Inspiring and Educational
- By Nate on 06-22-24
By: Jonathan L Reese
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Into the Black
- The Extraordinary Untold Story of the First Flight of the Space Shuttle Columbia and the Astronauts Who Flew Her
- By: Rowland White, Richard Truly
- Narrated by: Eric Meyers
- Length: 15 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Using interviews, NASA oral histories, and recently declassified material, Into the Black pieces together the dramatic untold story of the Columbia mission....
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Great Story About a Flawed Spacecraft
- By John on 12-04-16
By: Rowland White, and others
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Society of the Snow
- The Definitive Account of the World’s Greatest Survival Story
- By: Pablo Vierci, Jennie Erikson - translator
- Narrated by: Elliot Fitzpatrick
- Length: 14 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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It was 13 October 1972. Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571, carrying a team of young rugby players, their families and friends, took off for the very last time. A deadly miscalculation saw F571 crash directly into the Andean mountains to devastating consequences....
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More honest than the book Alive
- By Steph on 12-21-23
By: Pablo Vierci, and others
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The Last Bush Pilots
- By: Eric Auxier
- Narrated by: Thomas Block
- Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins
- Unabridged
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Two young pilots, Daniel "D.C." Alva and Allen David Foley, take on the world's most dangerous flying: the Alaska bush. But Mother Nature - and a sexy Native Alaskan - stand in their way....
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Fun book... if you can stand the narrator
- By Piotr Pawlikowski on 03-27-18
By: Eric Auxier
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Pass with Flying Colours
- Vital Preparations for Aviation Students: Learn Simple Strategies to Save Money & Time on Flight School & Training for Your Private Pilot License
- By: Sensei Paul David
- Narrated by: Sensei Paul David
- Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Sensei Paul David is both a private pilot and author. Learn from his experiences in flight school as he shares his best advice - the things that he wishes someone would have told him in flight school....
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The reading of this books is horrible.
- By Juan Vasquez on 03-13-21
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We
- By: Charles Lindbergh
- Narrated by: Tim Getman
- Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins
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We is the personal account of Charles A. Lindbergh and his historic transatlantic flight from New York to Paris. Published mere months after he completed the journey, his memoir includes his thoughts about the future of aviation and his life leading up to that solo journey....
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The story of Charles Lindbergh is amazing and in his own words,learning to fly the his flight across the Atlantic.
- By JD Hansen on 11-30-22
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Sully
- My Search for What Really Matters
- By: Chesley B. Sullenberger, Jeffrey Zaslow
- Narrated by: Michael McConnohie, Chesley B. Sullenberger
- Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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On January 15, 2009, the world witnessed a remarkable emergency landing when Captain "Sully" Sullenberger skillfully glided US Airways flight 1549 onto the Hudson River, saving 155 lives....
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Really Dull.
- By Nick on 09-14-16
By: Chesley B. Sullenberger, and others
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Flight 232
- A Story of Disaster and Survival
- By: Laurence Gonzales
- Narrated by: Victor Bevine
- Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
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Twenty-five years after the catastrophe, a dramatic and extraordinarily rare 360-degree view of the crash of a fully loaded jumbo jet....
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Therapeutic
- By Quiltedwings on 05-07-15
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Hauling Checks
- A Satirical Aviation Comedy
- By: Alex Stone
- Narrated by: Ray Lesniewski
- Length: 5 hrs and 56 mins
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I’m a cargo pilot. In the industry, I’m known as a “Freight Dog.” I fly canceled checks and other types of high-value cargo around the country, mostly at night, in airplanes that are older than I am....
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12 year old write this?
- By Banditt on 06-20-19
By: Alex Stone
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Drone FAA Part 107 License Study Guide
- A Simplified Guide with Past Test Questions to Help You Ace Your 107 Test
- By: Robert Gonzalo
- Narrated by: Gordon R Ott
- Length: 2 hrs and 51 mins
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This study guide provides relentless insights and tutelage on the steps to acquire the Part 107 certification....
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NOT a Study Guide
- By Mark Bliss on 08-10-22
By: Robert Gonzalo
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Undaunted Valor
- An Assault Helicopter Unit in Vietnam
- By: Colonel Matt Jackson
- Narrated by: Jack Nolan
- Length: 13 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Undaunted Valor is the firsthand account of helicopter pilot, Colonel Dan Cory as he flies combat missions in the jungles of Vietnam....
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Good story. Horrible narration.
- By tabhastal on 03-22-21
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The Disappearing Act
- The Impossible Case of MH370
- By: Florence de Changy
- Narrated by: Laurence Bouvard
- Length: 17 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
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A remarkable piece of investigative journalism into one of the most pervasive and troubling mysteries of recent memory....
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Random Facts in Need of a Coherent Thesis
- By Navillus82 on 03-27-21
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Inglés Aeronáutico [Aeronautical English]
- Un libro de inglés explicado en español [An English Book Explained in Spanish]
- By: Facundo Conforti
- Narrated by: Amelia
- Length: 1 hr and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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Uno de los grandes éxitos de la Biblioteca Aeronáutica. Todas las estructuras de comunicación, según los requerimientos de OACI. Todo sobre los diálogos en operaciones normales, operaciones anormales, y una sección de comprensión de textos....
By: Facundo Conforti
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Attention All Passengers
- The Airlines' Dangerous Descent - and How to Reclaim Our Skies
- By: William J. McGee
- Narrated by: Greg Itzin
- Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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Attention All Passengers will change the way you view the airline industry and make you think twice the next time you see the fasten seat belts sign....
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Sbastuba
- By Steve Bastuba on 12-11-16
By: William J. McGee
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The Fun of It
- Random Records of My Own Flying and of Women in Aviation
- By: Amelia Earhart
- Narrated by: Pamela Almand
- Length: 5 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Amelia Earhart’s autobiographical book The Fun of It: Random Records of My Own Flying and of Women in Aviation covers Earhart’s life through May 20-21, 1932....
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Educative and superbly performed
- By Victor @ theAudiobookBlog dot com on 06-16-21
By: Amelia Earhart
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Aeronautical Management
- Handbook for Aviation Management
- By: Phil Gilberts
- Narrated by: Kevin Brooker
- Length: 4 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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Aeronautical management encompasses the strategic planning, direction, and control of aviation operations. This field integrates principles of business management with the technical and regulatory aspects of aviation to ensure the efficient and safe operation of airlines, airports, and related services.
By: Phil Gilberts
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Beginner's Guide for Drones
- Elevate Your Skills to Start Navigating the Sky with Confidence and Skill
- By: Rick Knight
- Narrated by: Steve King
- Length: 42 mins
- Unabridged
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Embark on your aerial adventure with the "Beginner's Guide for Drones." This audiobook is your ultimate resource for mastering drone technology, covering everything from selecting the right drone to essential flight techniques and safety precautions. Whether you're a novice or looking to refine your skills, our expert tips and step-by-step instructions will help you navigate the skies with confidence. Perfect for aspiring drone enthusiasts eager to explore the exciting world of drone flying and photography.
By: Rick Knight
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The Secret Life of Flying
- What Really Happens When You Travel by Air
- By: Jeremy Burfoot
- Narrated by: Jeremy Burfoot
- Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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Buckle up for some turbulence because nothing flies under the radar for Captain Jeremy Burfoot. With more than 35 years of airline experience, the former Qantas pilot presents an Airbus-load of stories about unruly passengers and cockpit clashes, and expertly navigates the bizarre myths surrounding everyday air travel. He explains important details like why plane wings actually bend, which in-flight surfaces carry the most germs and how to make plane food taste better.
By: Jeremy Burfoot
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AFOQT Exam Study Guide
- Complete Review for the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test
- By: Jonathan L Reese
- Narrated by: Tom Brooks
- Length: 5 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Have you ever dreamed of taking to the skies as an Air Force officer, commanding advanced aircraft, and leading missions with precision and skill? The Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) is your gateway to turning that dream into reality. In a world where precision, intelligence, and leadership are paramount, the AFOQT serves as the gateway to a career as an Air Force officer. But mastering this challenging test requires more than just academic prowess—it demands strategic preparation, mental acuity, and a deep understanding of the test's intricacies.
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Inspiring and Educational
- By Nate on 06-22-24
By: Jonathan L Reese
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Aviation
- History of Aviation: Aeroplanes, Balloons and the Zeppelin - From: da Vinci and The Wright Brothers to Modern Fighter Planes. How The Icarus Dream Became a Reality
- By: Henry Stewart
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 53 mins
- Unabridged
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Nowadays, people always use airplanes to get to their destinations. Instead of spending several days taking the bus or train, they prefer a flight that will take three hours at most. In an era when every minute of our day is precious, we can’t afford to waste time on ground transportation. But how did planes first came into being? Who came up with the idea of sticking some wings to a frame to make them fly? How did they manage to fly in the first place? There are so many questions that we want answered – which is exactly what this book is planning to do for you. Here, you will discover:...
By: Henry Stewart
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Master of the Sky and Sea
- The Story of Ted Wells
- By: James Rix
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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This is a true story about a man who was passionate about airplanes—flying them, designing them and building them. His innovative designs and creative vision were so much a part of aviation history that his breakthrough biplane design, the Staggerwing, shown on the cover of this book, hangs in the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C. Ted Wells not only designed the Staggerwing, but also the Bonanza and many other extremely popular and enduring commercial and military aircraft. Beech Aircraft, the company he co-founded with Walter and Olive Ann Beech...
By: James Rix
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Aeronautical Management
- Handbook for Aviation Management
- By: Phil Gilberts
- Narrated by: Kevin Brooker
- Length: 4 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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Aeronautical management encompasses the strategic planning, direction, and control of aviation operations. This field integrates principles of business management with the technical and regulatory aspects of aviation to ensure the efficient and safe operation of airlines, airports, and related services.
By: Phil Gilberts
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Beginner's Guide for Drones
- Elevate Your Skills to Start Navigating the Sky with Confidence and Skill
- By: Rick Knight
- Narrated by: Steve King
- Length: 42 mins
- Unabridged
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Performance
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Story
Embark on your aerial adventure with the "Beginner's Guide for Drones." This audiobook is your ultimate resource for mastering drone technology, covering everything from selecting the right drone to essential flight techniques and safety precautions. Whether you're a novice or looking to refine your skills, our expert tips and step-by-step instructions will help you navigate the skies with confidence. Perfect for aspiring drone enthusiasts eager to explore the exciting world of drone flying and photography.
By: Rick Knight
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The Secret Life of Flying
- What Really Happens When You Travel by Air
- By: Jeremy Burfoot
- Narrated by: Jeremy Burfoot
- Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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Buckle up for some turbulence because nothing flies under the radar for Captain Jeremy Burfoot. With more than 35 years of airline experience, the former Qantas pilot presents an Airbus-load of stories about unruly passengers and cockpit clashes, and expertly navigates the bizarre myths surrounding everyday air travel. He explains important details like why plane wings actually bend, which in-flight surfaces carry the most germs and how to make plane food taste better.
By: Jeremy Burfoot
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AFOQT Exam Study Guide
- Complete Review for the Air Force Officer Qualifying Test
- By: Jonathan L Reese
- Narrated by: Tom Brooks
- Length: 5 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall
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Performance
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Story
Have you ever dreamed of taking to the skies as an Air Force officer, commanding advanced aircraft, and leading missions with precision and skill? The Air Force Officer Qualifying Test (AFOQT) is your gateway to turning that dream into reality. In a world where precision, intelligence, and leadership are paramount, the AFOQT serves as the gateway to a career as an Air Force officer. But mastering this challenging test requires more than just academic prowess—it demands strategic preparation, mental acuity, and a deep understanding of the test's intricacies.
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Inspiring and Educational
- By Nate on 06-22-24
By: Jonathan L Reese
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Aviation
- History of Aviation: Aeroplanes, Balloons and the Zeppelin - From: da Vinci and The Wright Brothers to Modern Fighter Planes. How The Icarus Dream Became a Reality
- By: Henry Stewart
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 53 mins
- Unabridged
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Nowadays, people always use airplanes to get to their destinations. Instead of spending several days taking the bus or train, they prefer a flight that will take three hours at most. In an era when every minute of our day is precious, we can’t afford to waste time on ground transportation. But how did planes first came into being? Who came up with the idea of sticking some wings to a frame to make them fly? How did they manage to fly in the first place? There are so many questions that we want answered – which is exactly what this book is planning to do for you. Here, you will discover:...
By: Henry Stewart
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Master of the Sky and Sea
- The Story of Ted Wells
- By: James Rix
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 2 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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This is a true story about a man who was passionate about airplanes—flying them, designing them and building them. His innovative designs and creative vision were so much a part of aviation history that his breakthrough biplane design, the Staggerwing, shown on the cover of this book, hangs in the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum in Washington D.C. Ted Wells not only designed the Staggerwing, but also the Bonanza and many other extremely popular and enduring commercial and military aircraft. Beech Aircraft, the company he co-founded with Walter and Olive Ann Beech...
By: James Rix
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Hercules
- By: Scott Bateman
- Narrated by: Angus King
- Length: 12 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Anytime, Anywhere, Anyhow. Whether it’s war, natural disaster, or humanitarian emergency, for over fifty years the RAF’s Hercules force was the first in and last out of any crisis faced by the UK government around the globe. Former RAF Hercules Captain Scott Bateman opens the cockpit to give an action-packed insider’s account of what it’s like to fly this legendary flying machine in peace and war, and at home and abroad, paying tribute to the remarkable men and women who operated this much-loved aircraft, and to those comrades in arms who, in doing so, made the ultimate sacrifice.
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Aviation Spoken Here
- By Daniel Cascaddan on 06-03-24
By: Scott Bateman
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Screenplay for "Wings of Determination: The Willa Brown Story"
- By: Philip Martin McCaulay
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins
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Wings of Determination: The Willa Brown Story is a powerful and inspiring screenplay that chronicles the life and legacy of Willa Beatrice Brown, a pioneering African American aviator, educator, and civil rights advocate. Set against the backdrop of a segregated America, this screenplay vividly brings to life Brown's relentless pursuit of equality and justice in both the skies and on the ground. From her early years breaking racial and gender barriers in aviation to her crucial role in training the celebrated Tuskegee Airmen during World War II, Willa Brown's story is one of resilience, ...
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Skyward
- A Comprehensive Journey into the History, Advancements, and Future of Air Transportation Technology
- By: Barrett Williams, ChatGPT ChatGPT
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 1 hr and 43 mins
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Introducing "Skyward" - a fascinating must-read eBook for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, and futurists alike! Dive into the unparalleled world of human flight as we take you on a captivating journey across its entire history, from its humble beginnings to the cutting-edge innovations that will shape our skies and beyond. In Skyward's gripping chapters, you'll explore the extraordinary origins of aviation and follow the remarkable achievements of the Wright Brothers. Continue soaring through the early days of powered flights, and witness the breathtaking advances in aeronautical ...
By: Barrett Williams, and others
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Willa Brown: Wings of Change — The Untold Story of an Aviation Pioneer
- By: Philip Martin McCaulay
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 1 hr and 11 mins
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Dive into the extraordinary life of Willa Brown in "Willa Brown: Wings of Change — The Untold Story of an Aviation Pioneer," a comprehensive biography that sheds light on one of the most influential figures in aviation history. This book captures the essence of Willa Brown's trailblazing journey as the first African American woman pilot, revealing how her relentless spirit reshaped the aviation industry and left an indelible mark on civil rights. Discover the powerful partnership between Willa Brown and Cornelius Coffey, as they founded the Coffey School of Aeronautics in Chicago. This ...
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Trivia Bundle: 3 in 1 Collection
- Sports Trivia Hero, Sports Trivia Hero II, Aviation Trivia Hero
- By: Frank Geoffreys
- Narrated by: Mike Steele
- Length: 3 hrs and 10 mins
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Trivia Bundle is a 3-in-1 iCollection of three Trivia books. Sports Trivia Hero has 106 questions of interesting Trivia and fun facts on Baseball, Basketball, American Football, and Olympic questions to keep you entertained. Sports Trivia Hero: Part Two has 107 questions of interesting trivia and fun facts on Hockey, Tennis, Golf, and Winter Olympic questions to keep you entertained. Aviation Trivia Hero is a book of 101 questions and fun facts of space and air history and trivia.
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Engaging and Diverse Trivia Fun
- By brittnyr on 06-03-24
By: Frank Geoffreys
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When I Fell from the Sky
- The True Story of One Woman's Miraculous Survival
- By: Juliane Diller Koepcke, Ross Benjamin - translator
- Narrated by: Judith Georgi
- Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins
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She was 17 years old on a Christmas Eve flight 40 years ago to join her father for Christmas when the unimaginable happened. The Lockheed L-188A Electra, on the way from Lima to Pucallpa, flew directly into a thunderstorm. A strike of lightning left the plane incinerated and Juliane Diller (Koepcke) still strapped to her plane seat falling through the night air two miles above the Earth. Her survival is unexplainable and considered a modern-day miracle. Her mother was among the 91 dead and Juliane the sole survivor.
By: Juliane Diller Koepcke, and others