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This Is Your Captain Speaking: An Insider's Guide to What Really Happens When You Fly
By (author) James Ian Cross
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What's that noise? Why did the plane just drop? Are we... okay? Despite being the safest form of transportation, flying remains one of the most misunderstood--and anxiety-inducing--experiences in modern life. This Is Your Captain Speaking: An Insider's Guide to What Really Happens When You Fly offers a clear-eyed, often surprising look at what really happens during a flight, from takeoff to touchdown. Written by a former airline captain and aviation professor, this engaging guide unpacks the science, psychology, and systems behind commercial air travel. Topics include: - The truth about turbulence--and why it's rarely a threat - The logic behind cockpit decisions, diversions, and delays - What all those unfamiliar sounds and sensations actually mean - How aviation learns from every near-miss and incident - The psychology of fear at altitude, and practical ways to manage it Combining technical insight with human stories, real-world case studies, and a generous dose of myth-busting, This Is Your Captain Speaking reveals the hidden order behind the seeming chaos of flying. It's not just about feeling safer in the skies--it's about finally understanding what's going on up there. Combining technical insight with human stories, real-world case studies, and a generous dose of myth-busting, This Is Your Captain Speaking reveals the hidden order behind the seeming chaos of flying. It's not just about feeling safer in the skies--it's about finally understanding what's going on up there.
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Publisher | Globe Pequot Press
Published date | 2 Mar 2027
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Format | Paperback / softback
Pages | 160
Dimensions | 0 x 0 x 0mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 0g
ISBN | 978-1-4930-9786-9
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BISAC | transportation / aviation / general
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