Simpson, Paul

The Mammoth Book of Air Disasters and Near Misses (Mammoth Books)

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ISBN 13:
9781780338286
author:
Simpson, Paul
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Robinson
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
544
Dimensions:
13.3 x 3.4 x 19.8 cm
Genre:
Reference, Transport, Aviation,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£12.95

Description

The Mammoth Book of Air Disasters and Near Misses by Paul Simpson is a comprehensive collection of real-life accounts of air disasters and near-disasters. Spanning over 105 years, the book provides a sobering alternative history of aviation, from its early days to recent calamities. This extensive compilation includes stories of heroism against the odds, such as Captain Chesley Sullenberger's miraculous landing on the Hudson River, and the bravery of American Airlines crew members who prevented a terrorist attack. The book also delves into the meticulous work of air-accident investigators and provides a glossary to clarify technical terms. With over 30,000 flights arriving safely every day, it is remarkable that some come perilously close to disaster. This book offers a fascinating look at the often ingenious, yet painstaking, efforts made to prevent such tragedies.

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