Table of Contents

Learning to Fly • First Flight • The Power of Air • Turning • Engine Power • Turn and Zoom • Perfect Weather • Flying Slowly • Flying Rules • Safe Landing • Solo Flight • Going Places • Flying in the Dark Stunt Flying • ID Guide • Flight School Quiz

Promotional Information

A fun read for any child who loves planes – and wants to know what it takes to fly one

About the Author

Nick Barnard is a writer, publisher and stunt pilot, and co-founder of the Yakovievs Aerobatic Display Team. His book How to Fly a Plane, for adults, was published by Thames & Hudson in 2007. As Nicholas Barnard has written widely on non-Western textiles in such publications as Living with Kilims and Living with Decorative Textiles.

Reviews

'A great introduction to aviation … presents the basics of flying, and beyond, in a fun and engaging way … has a friendly tone with a scrapbook feel … a great start to inspire and encourage youngsters to get airborne' - Flyer Magazine