Peng Hao Wang – författare

The on-the-job aircraft maintenance manual and gold standard for aviation students and professionals – now fully updatedFor over 60 years, the Standard Aircraft Handbook for Mechanics and Technicians has been the go-to manual for building, maintaining, overhauling, and repairing aircraft of all types. This illustrated manual provides clear, step-by-step procedures for all essential aircraft maintenance and repair tasks. Thoroughly revised to cover the latest advances in the industry, this Eighth Edition includes essential information on composite materials, cutting-edge nondestructive testing, corrosion detection equipment and procedures, and new sections on wood components, aircraft weight and balance, welding, and FAA regulations. New photos, diagrams, tables, and schematics are featured throughout this must-have reference.Coverage includes:

Tools and their proper useMaterials and fabricating, including new section on woodDrilling and countersinkingRivetingBolts and threaded fastenersAircraft plumbingControl cableElectrical wiring and installationNEW - Aircraft weight and balanceNondestructive testing (NDT)Corrosion detection and controlComposite materialsNEW - FAA regulations and aircraft inspections

The on-the-job aircraft maintenance manual and gold standard for aviation students and professionals – now fully updatedFor over 60 years, the Standard Aircraft Handbook for Mechanics and Technicians has been the go-to manual for building, maintaining, overhauling, and repairing aircraft of all types. This illustrated manual provides clear, step-by-step procedures for all essential aircraft maintenance and repair tasks. Thoroughly revised to cover the latest advances in the industry, this Eighth Edition includes essential information on composite materials, cutting-edge nondestructive testing, corrosion detection equipment and procedures, and new sections on wood components, aircraft weight and balance, welding, and FAA regulations. New photos, diagrams, tables, and schematics are featured throughout this must-have reference.Coverage includes:Tools and their proper useMaterials and fabricating, including new section on woodDrilling and countersinkingRivetingBolts and threaded fastenersAircraft plumbingControl cableElectrical wiring and installationNEW - Aircraft weight and balanceNondestructive testing (NDT)Corrosion detection and controlComposite materialsNEW - FAA regulations and aircraft inspections

Learn to effectively operate and maintain reciprocating and turbine aircraft engines

This hands-on guide succinctly covers all aspects of reciprocating and turbine aircraft engines. The book serves as a study guide for candidates preparing for the FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification exam and also is a valuable on-the-job reference for aircraft mechanics and aviation enthusiasts. Written by experienced professors from the highly-ranked aviation program at Purdue, Standard Aircraft Engines Handbook lays out technical details along with in-depth operational explanations. Relevant FAA regulations and requirements are highlighted throughout.

Coverage includes:

Reciprocating and turbine enginesEngine instrument systemsEngine fire protection systemsEngine electrical systemsLubrication systemsIgnition and starting systemsFuel metering and engine fuel systemsInduction and engine airflow systemsEngine cooling systemsEngine exhaust and reverser systemsPropellersEngine inspection and maintenanceStandard maintenance practices