Elements of Practical Aerodynamics

Elements of Practical Aerodynamics by Bradley Jones. Published by John Wiley & Sons Inc, New York, NY, May 1946. 3rd Edition 5th Printing. Hardbound, no DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: VG. Orig owners name stamped inside front & back covers. Some edge wear to boards, overall content excellent. 459 Pgs. Contents: Physical properties of air. Effects of deflecting air stream. Air flow. Airfoils. Induced drag of monoplanes; biplanes. Parasite drag. Engines. Propellers. Airplane performance at sea level. Performance at altitude. Take-off and landing. Endurance and range. Factors affecting performance. Turns and load factors. The control surfaces. Static stability. Auxiliary lift devices. Unconventional types of aircraft. Materials and construction. Instruments. Avigation. Aerostatics. Description text copyright 2011 BooksForComfort. Item ID 24420.