{"product_id":"understanding-flying-weather-9781472988362","title":"Understanding Flying Weather","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e The second edition of Derek Piggott''s introduction to meteorology for glider and light aeroplane pilots.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Flying Weather\u003c\/i\u003e explains in simple and accessible terms how atmospheric phenomena can be used to improve flying performance and to make flying both economical and enjoyable.Taking into account advances in satellite and computer technology, \u003ci\u003eUnderstanding Flying Weather\u003c\/i\u003e describes pressure patterns, cloud formation and how soaring conditions can be used to advantage, as well as detailing the effects of depressions, anti-cyclones and local topography.Its uncomplicated text and diagrams cover the syllabus for the British Gliding Association Bronze ''C'' Certificate and so will be particularly relevant to those studying for this important examination.This is the second edition, first published in 2004.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAuthor's note\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003cb\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cb\u003e1 The airmass\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cb\u003e2 The pressure pattern\u003c\/b\u003e High and low pressure areas Buys-Ballot's Law Veering and Backing Interpreting the isobars Wind strength Wind gradient  \u003cb\u003e3 Depressions and anticyclones\u003c\/b\u003e Depressions Occlusions Anticyclones Timing Shipping forecasts  \u003cb\u003e4 The atmosphere\u003c\/b\u003e Water vapour Stability and instability o the atmosphere  \u003cb\u003e5 Clouds\u003c\/b\u003e The formation of clouds Types of clouds Cloud base Showers Thunderstorms  \u003cb\u003e6 Local topography\u003c\/b\u003e Sea breeze effects High ground effects  \u003cb\u003e7 Soaring conditions\u003c\/b\u003e Seasonal effects Thermals Visibility Wave Conditions Ridge lift and hill soaring  \u003cb\u003e8 Advice on using soaring conditions\u003c\/b\u003e In powered aircraft In gliders and low speed aircraft Additional hazards for glider pilots converting to powered aircraft Altimeter settings  \u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eRevision Questions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eAnswers\u003c\/i\u003e  \u003ci\u003eIndex\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing PLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49408796000599,"sku":"9781472988362","price":15.29,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781472988362.jpg?v=1730504237","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/understanding-flying-weather-9781472988362","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}