Tuesday, October 18, 2011
by Mario from Pittsburgh PA USA 
Review: I fly a Mooney Acclaim aircraft which is equipped with a twin turbo, twin intercooled TCM IO-550-G motor. It was important to learn how to manage the power settings in order to assure engine longevity. The POH has scant information relevant to ground operations, maintenance and proper leaning procedures. Kas Thomas's book is very informative and has helped me to better understand and manage the power plant of my precious aircraft.
MPPonte

Monday, May 02, 2011
Very good and informative.
by Carl from Union Dale, PA USA 
Review: Very informative and based of facts not theory.

Sunday, December 20, 2009
buy this book if you fly high performance planes
by Robert DeFrang from Lake Stevens WA USA 
Review: I will reread this book. It is that helpful.

Monday, December 07, 2009
by Paul from Knoxville TN USA 
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
by michael from Bakersfield CA USA 
Pros: The book brings useful and contoversial information to the light of day. It takes a stance on operational methods that are often debated. No flim flam, just here it is, like it or lump it.
Cons: I would have liked to heard more about IO 540's just because they seem to be everywhere.
Review: A very logical synopsis of the internal combustion engine as seen through the eyes of a person that has taken the time to do his homework and pay attention.

Thursday, June 18, 2009
Excellent Book
by Arthur from Prescott AZ USA 
Review: Loads of information important to every pilot but barely covered in pilot training. A must read for every pilot flying recips.

Tuesday, February 10, 2009
I'll never fly the same again
by Austin from Newcastle WA USA 
Pros: Made me a safer pilot
Cons: I didn't read it earlier.
Review: Read this, It will change how you preflight, fly and postflight. I read it twice in a row and carried it around for three weeks showing CFI's and AP's thing's I'd learned and quizzing them. I learned, three ways other than the CHT to adjust Mixture, What is the main cooling/heating control in the plane, and when should you lean prior to takeoff other than at high altitude. Definitely a must read before your commercial rating. Also, notably, it's actually fun and interesting to read, really an engaging book.

Friday, July 11, 2008
Fly The Engine
by David from El Cajon CA USA 
Pros: Explains what you need to know to be a better pilot...
Cons: Haven't found anything about it that I didn't like...
Review: Excellent book about engines!!! The same principles can be used in learning more about auto racing engines... Most books like this put me to sleep.. This one has the information that I want to learn and puts it in a manner that keeps my interest, therefore keeping me awake.