Transportation

On May 2, 1970, a DC-9 jet with 57 passengers and a crew of six departed from New York’s JFK International Airport en route to the tropical island of St. Maarten, but four hours and 34 minutes later the flight ended in the shark-infested waters of the Caribbean. It was, and remains, the only open-water ditching of a commercial jet. The subsequent rescue of survivors took nearly three hours and involved the coast guard, navy, and marines. This gripping account of that fateful day recounts what was happening inside the cabin, the cockpit, and the helicopters as the crews struggled against the weather and dwindling daylight to rescue the survivors, who had only their life vests and a lone escape chute to keep them afloat. more...

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* A comprehensive study guide providing pilots the answers they need to excel on their technical interview. * Features nearly 1000 potential questions (and answers) that may be asked during the technical interview for pilot positions. * Wide scope--ranges from light aircraft through heavy jet operations. * Culled from interviewing practices of leading airlines worldwide. * Includes interviewing tips and techniques more...

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Airline Marketing and Management examines the principles of marketing and demonstrates the ways in which these principles can be applied to today's airline industry. It has been updated and expanded throughout for this sixth edition, to keep pace with changes affecting the industry. Written in a straightforward, easy-to-read style and combining up-to-date and relevant examples drawn from the worldwide aviation industry, this new edition will further enhance the book's reputation for providing the ideal introduction to the subject. more...

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The definitive reference for space engineers on all issues related to rendezvous and docking/berthing (RVD/B), this book provides an overview of the major issues governing approach and mating strategies, and system concepts for rendezvous and docking/berthing. Written for aerospace engineers, students and newcomers to the field. more...

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Here is a comprehensive and practical guide to choosing a business aviation model, setting it up, and making it work. The author, who has more than four decades in the aviation industry, skillfully blends business and aviation issues to provide solid decision-making strategies and smart operating practices for the establishment and management of business aircraft. * Explains methods of evaluating air transportation needs and choosing appropriate means to meeting them. * Provides detailed how-to information for aviation personnel on running a flight department. * Ties all facets of business aviation operation together: business, operations, administration, and financial. * Covers regulatory requirements, policies, scheduling, planning, security, safety, training, and more. * Includes extensive compilation of forms and checklists more...

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