The Complete Idiot’s Guide‚ to Sport Flying introduces this new field of flying to consumers, and shows you how to fly smart—offering hundreds of tips on how to get more flying fun for less money. This book includes simple steps to obtaining your sport-flying license, professional pointers on passing your flight exam, advice from the pros on finding and choosing the right sport plane, an illustrated buyer’s guide, rules of the air, and tips for passing the test.
You’re no idiot, of course. You know it takes more instruction and skill to fly a plane than drive a car. However, thanks to the Federal Aviation Administration, aspiring pilots now have the opportunity to obtain a sport-flying license for a fraction of the cost and time involved in getting a private-pilot license. The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Sport Flying by Dan Ramsey and Earl Downs offers clear advice on becoming a pilot. You’ll learn the FAA’s newest regulations governing sport flying; the aerodynamics involved in getting a plane in the air, keeping it there, and landing it safely; the in’s and out’s of navigating through air traffic; your choices for buying — or building a sport plane; flight simulation programs that let you practice your aviation skills at home; and how to select the best flight school and instruction for you and your budget. Author Dan Ramsey is a popular author and licensed pilot offering practical advice on low-cost aviation as the Frugal Pilot.
Dan Ramsey has authored more than 100 books, hundreds of magazine and online consumer guides, and numerous technical documents explaining complex topics in simple terms. Topics include home repair, home businesses, aviation, and RV travel. Dan's latest book includes more than 100 proven tips on writing from his 50+ year career as a professional writer, titled Working Writer Secrets.
Dan Ramsey has authored more than 100 books, hundreds of magazine and online consumer guides, and numerous technical documents explaining complex topics in simple terms. Topics include home repair, home businesses, aviation, and RV travel. Dan is a Working Writer.
