Aviation Mechanic Handbook: The Aviation Standard
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A core reference manual for mechanics, aircraft owners, and pilots, this book compiles specs from stacks of reference books and government publications into a handy, toolbox-size guide. Includes information critical to maintaining an aircraft. Your single source for:
–applicable mathematics, conversions, and formulas
–aircraft nomenclature, controls, and system specs
–material/tool identifications
–hardware sizes/equivalents
–metal fabrication and fabric covering techniques
–composite materials
–aircraft batteries
–inspections, corrosion detection/control
–aircraft tire and spark plug information
–the most frequently used measurements, scales, charts, diagrams… and much more.
The Seventh Edition features revisions and updates relevant to the latest industry practices. Includes index, some color illustrations; pages are tabbed to facilitate quick lookups. Stay-flat flexible plastic spiral binding is easy on all surfaces, and allows for quick on-the-job reference.
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Publisher : Aviation Supplies and Academics, Inc.
Publication date : September 5, 2017
Edition : Seventh
Language : English
Print length : 394 pages
ISBN-10 : 1619544946
ISBN-13 : 978-1619544949
Item Weight : 14.1 ounces
Reading age : 17 years and up
Dimensions : 6 x 1.25 x 7 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #320,258 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #41 in Aviation Repair & Maintenance (Books) #445 in Automotive Repair (Books)
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Customers say
Customers find this aviation mechanics handbook to be a valuable resource, particularly for A&P mechanics, with plenty of reference material and clear information. Moreover, the book is easy to use and read, with helpful diagrams and conversion charts. Additionally, customers appreciate the spiral binding, with one noting it’s made of plastic.
Luís Rodrigues –
A must
I like this product because it is very handy and simple to consult.It isa resume of basic stuff we use every day.It is my first book of the kind, I don’t know another book in the same style.It has some despendable information like mesure conversion tables (they are too long) and there is a mistake in the metric/imperial caliper reading procedure.
Kevin M. Perry –
Handy Reference – even for wheeled vehicles
A handy reference for even a shade-tree mechanic such as myself! There is plenty of reference material to help with choosing the appropriate fasteners for particular needs (torque settings/load requirements).
Amazon Customer –
A must for your toolbox
Every aircraft mechanic or aircraft homebuilder should have one of these in their toolbox. This one replaced my older version that was starting to fall apart from use. The ring binder version is worth the cost. Just when I think I know it all, I find myself referring to this abbreviated/condensed and well-written version of the FAA AC-43.13. Also very helpful for those who do their own preventive maintenance as described in FAR 43 Appendix A (3).
Eric –
Cannot live without
If you are a student or a GA mechanic, this is really something you should always have in your tool box. I find myself referring to it on a semi daily basis and the information is very clear and explained very well.
JH –
Love the book
4 star because shipping said it arrive in my mail box TWO days before it actually did. Amazon has been doing this a lot lately, making me think my packages are being stolenThe book: I love it. I work in aerospace as a composite tech and this book is so helpful. Even if you’re not in aerospace it has sooo many helpful day to day at home project answers and tips. I was reading through my coworkers copy and decided to get my own.It has conversions for measurements but weight or volume. What kind of drill bits are best for what material. How to do math equations for certain things. Descriptions of different hardware and the expected tool used to install. It’s amazing. How to read drawings. Conversions to aaanything you can think of. There’s even a section on electrical stuff. The books is crazy informative.
Storcov –
A must have
Every aircraft mechanics toolbox should have one of these. Great for a quick look up of standard torque tables, unit conversions, bend allowance, torque wrench deviation equations, voltage drops, and more.
anymouse –
very handy book
Everything in this book you will need, but not everything you need will be in this book. That being said no book will have everything you need,but this one comes close. Very handy and the spiral binding makes it great to lay on the bench next to you as you refer to it for something. When you need it, you REALLY need it.
victor valli –
LIVE AND LEARN
ONE OF THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE AND DETAILED HANDBOOKS EVER. IF YOU NEED MORE INFO THAN THIS I WOULD SUGGEST THE ENCYCLOPEDIA BRITTANICA. OR GOOGLE.NOW IF YOU COULD TELL ME WHERE MY ” ADF GUIDEBOOK” IS I WOULD APPRECIATE IT. IT WAS PURCHASED THE SAME DAY AS THE ABOVE.
Diogo –
Good
Hemerson S. Junior –
Very expensive
juls B –
Trata de forma básica toda una serie de temas de uso diario, no es muy exhaustivo pero como guía de consulta rápida es muy útil, recomendable
mauross –
Una guida molto apprezzata nel settore. un “must have”. utile in ogni cassetta attrezzi del tecnico certificato aeronautico.Riferimenti no EASA.
Andrew Wilkins –
Once again this handbook has been updated and is as always an invaluable tool for anyone involved in aircraft maintenance although with a strong US ( FAA) bias. Good and up to date information between the covers .