Ballooning: From Basics to Record Breaking - Softcover
Synopsis
A current, how–to guide to this colorful air sport, with more than 100 photos. With a Foreword by David Hempleman–Adam.
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This comprehensive guide takes the novice through the entire process of hot–air ballooning, from understanding the theory to managing a smooth landing. Among the topics covered are: the workings of a hot–air balloon, including equipment and instrumentation; practical instruction in flying, fuel management, landing, and retrieving; attending events and putting on displays; and the intricacies of meteorology. For those ready for more action, there are additional sections on competitive flying, night flying, and extreme ballooning. The book includes a Foreword by record–breaking explorer David Hempleman–Adams, the first man ever to reach the North Pole by balloon. The author, who is an aviation writer, has been flying balloons for twenty years.
About the Author
John Christopher started flying balloons in the 1980s and has flown almost every size from tine one-man cloudhoppers to huge people-carriers. He is also a journalist and author specializing in all aspects of aviation. For twelve years he edited Aerostat, the journal of British Balloon & Airship Club. Resident - Ulverstone, Cumbria
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- PublisherCrowood Pr
- Publication date2001
- ISBN 10 1861264232
- ISBN 13 9781861264237
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages136
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