Flying the Mountains

HIGH ALTITUDE, LOW RISK!

piloting aircraft above mountainous regions demands more than a thirst for adventure. it also requires a keen understanding of the unique challenges involved in mountain flying for the safety and pleasure of everyone involved.

thats why if youre a pilot, a flight instructor, or are learning to fly, Flying the Mountains is the one-stop, practical resource you need to stay safe while soaring at extreme altitudes. Written with insight by a noted high-elevation flight instructor and pilot, flying the mountains:

* Outlines the nature of mountain flying
* Relays mountain flight accident statistics and causes
* Details effects of altitude on aircraft and pilots
* Examines in-flight ailments related to mountain flying
* Reviews take-off conditions from mountain airports
* And much, much more!

logically organized by phases of flight from preflight preparation to landings  Flying the Mountains delivers a potent combination of statistics, techniques, and examples of actions (correct and incorrect) used in actual flight scenarios.