Find out the answers to these and many more fascinating questions in this introductory guide to the compelling world of high-speed flight. Here, Larry Reithmaier explains in easy-to-understand terms the principles of flight near Mach 1 (the speed of sound) as well as supersonic and hypersonic flight beyond Mach 1. Packed with nearly 200 helpful illustrations, photographs, and diagrams, this intriguing book includes information on compressibility, drag, and other aerodynamic concepts; the jet engine (gas turbine engine); high-speed airplanes at low speeds; and aircraft stability and control. Mach 1 and Beyond also covers super-performance aircraft such as the supersonic transport (SST), the SR-71 Blackbird, the McDonnell F-15 Eagle, and General Dynamics' F-111.
Book Details:
Author:  Larry Reithmaier
Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (August 1, 1994)
ISBN: 0070520216
Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds.
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Find out the answers to these and many more fascinating questions in this introductory guide to the compelling world of high-speed flight. Here, Larry Reithmaier explains in easy-to-understand terms the principles of flight near Mach 1 (the speed of sound) as well as supersonic and hypersonic flight beyond Mach 1. Packed with nearly 200 helpful illustrations, photographs, and diagrams, this intriguing book includes information on compressibility, drag, and other aerodynamic concepts; the jet engine (gas turbine engine); high-speed airplanes at low speeds; and aircraft stability and control. Mach 1 and Beyond also covers super-performance aircraft such as the supersonic transport (SST), the SR-71 Blackbird, the McDonnell F-15 Eagle, and General Dynamics' F-111.
Book Details:
Author:  Larry Reithmaier
Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (August 1, 1994)
ISBN: 0070520216
Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds.
If you find a better price elsewhere on this product we will match that price and beat it by 10% of the difference.
Purchase today and you can return it in the original condition through Monday, April 21, 2025 ! See our return policy.