Revised 2008 edition!Back in print for the first time in over a decade! Fully revised and updated. The ultimate book on aircraft engine operation, Fly the Engine takes you through all phases of engine operation, from preflight to shutdown. Learn how to start a hot, cold, or flooded engine; how to troubleshoot a rough runup; when and how to lean the engine for all phases of flight; how to recognize the early warning signs of valve sticking; and much more. Every chapter of Fly the Engine brims with hands-on advice, told with wit and style by one of aviation's most respected authors. Hailed as a modern-day classic when it first appeared in 1993, Fly the Engine is a goldmine of engine wisdom: essential reading for any pilot, of any skill level. Great gift item!
