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Cockpit Confidential - 2nd Edition by  Patrick Smith (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Cockpit Confidential - 2nd Edition by Patrick Smith (Paperback)

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  • NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERA fascinating fear of flying book from a commercial airline pilot and author of the popular website askthepilot.com.For millions of people, travel by air is a confounding, uncomfortable, and even frightening experience.
  • Author(s): Patrick Smith
  • 336 Pages
  • Travel, Reference

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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

A fascinating fear of flying book from a commercial airline pilot and author of the popular website askthepilot.com.

For millions of people, travel by air is a confounding, uncomfortable, and even frightening experience. When you go behind the scenes, however, you can see that the grand theater of air travel is actually fascinating. From the intricate design of airport architecture to the logistics of inflight service, here is everything you need to know about flying.

Commercial airlines like to hide the truth from customers and do nothing to comfort nervous fliers. And what's scarier than the unknown? In this aviation book, pilot Patrick Smith breaks down that barrier and tells you everything you need to know about flying, including:

  • How planes fly, and a revealing look at the men and women who fly them
  • Straight talk on turbulence, pilot training, and safety
  • The real story on delays, congestion, and the dysfunction of the modern airport
  • The myths and misconceptions of cabin air and cockpit automation
  • Terrorism in perspective, and a provocative look at security
  • Airfare, seating woes, and the pitfalls of airline customer service
  • The true colors and cultures of the airlines we love to hate

Cockpit Confidential is a thoughtful, funny, and at times deeply personal look into the strange and misunderstood world of commercial flying. If you liked other books about airplanes for adults, including Soar by Tom Bunn or Skyfaring, you'll find reassurance, humor, and guidance in Cockpit Confidential.

"Anyone remotely afraid of flying should read this book, as should anyone who appreciates good writing and great information." --The New York Times, on ASK THE PILOT

"Patrick Smith is extraordinarily knowledgeable about modern aviation...the ideal seatmate, a companion, writer and explorer." --Boston Globe

Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .9 Inches (D)
Weight: .7 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 336
Genre: Travel
Sub-Genre: Reference
Publisher: Sourcebooks
Format: Paperback
Author: Patrick Smith
Language: English
Street Date: June 5, 2018
TCIN: 1005014617
UPC: 9781492663966
Item Number (DPCI): 247-19-0796
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.9 inches length x 5.5 inches width x 8.2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.7 pounds
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  • A: The author is Patrick Smith, a commercial airline pilot and aviation expert.

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Q: What type of book is Cockpit Confidential?

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Q: What is the intended audience for this book?

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  • A: It is suggested for readers ages 22 years and up, especially those fearful of flying.

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Q: How does the author address the fear of flying?

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  • A: Patrick Smith provides insights and demystifies flying, aiming to comfort and reassure nervous travelers.

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Q: What key topics are covered in the book?

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