The In-Flight Diversion Handbook?

Question

Hi,
Im a student pilot, my instructor insists on me getting an aviation book called "The In-Flight Diversion Handbook", John Nghiwete. Where can i get it and what is it exactly about.

Answer 1

I had never heard of this book, so went looking. Try this: http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/4/prweb518833.htm

Late note: In reading the answers below mine, I begin to realize how far out of touch I have gotten. To me, the GPS is a cute toy that I sometimes use for backup. Afraid I still use the stuff I learned nearly half a century ago for navigation.

Answer 2

Check out Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Flight-Diversion-Handbook-John-Nghiwete/dp/1419662236

Also ask your local pilot shop, or do a Google search for that title.

I am a flight instructor and I have noticed that student pilots tend to panic when faced with a diversion, especially if their navigation isn't too strong to begin with. Also, I think too many pilots out there have come to rely heavily on GPS technology, at the expense of basic pilotage and dead reckoning skills. I have never used this resource, but it probably covers some rules of thumb and math shortcuts to help you navigate during a diversion. It will also probably be useful for you to get a better understanding of navigation principles in general. You will be more confident when doing a diversion if you have a firm grasp of some of these principles, and you will be less likely to compound your problems by panicking, losing situational awareness, or flying further into hazardous conditions.

Answer 3

I havent heard of the book, but I must agree with Ray K. in learning without GPS. I still use a clock and compass and I'm only a 7 yr pilot. The GPS systems sure are colorful now and can even make cool sounds

Answer 4

Without looking it up, I'm going to guess that it's a quick reference guide to all airports that you may fly past... Let's see if I'm right... Nope, I was wrong. :P It's about navigation techniques without all the fancy gadgets like GPS and beacons that pilots rely on nowadays. Sounds like fun. If you know the fundamentals, you'll never be surprised when the gadgets don't work.