Acad: Airman's Civil Aviation Dictionary

The AIRMAN'S CIVIL AVIATION DIRECTORY (ACAD) is an aviation dictionary designed to meet the needs of anyone involved with or interested in civil aviation. Whether a veteran or student, pilot, mechanic, or hobbyist, this dictionary of over 1000 definitions of aviation terms and 40 illustrations is a must for any library. This dictionary is unique in that it is the only dictionary currently on the aviation market which contains both the latest technological terms and FAA terms and abbreviations. Rather than simply repeat the technical phrases found in instructional manuals, each definition is designed to give the reader working knowledge of the subject matter. The abundant illustrations serve to enhance understanding, and to decrease the confusion that frequently accompanies technical material. ACAD Publications, 702/592-8027, $14.95. Volume discounts available from publisher.Artuso, Frank Beau is the author of 'Acad: Airman's Civil Aviation Dictionary', published 1992 under ISBN 9780963485441 and ISBN 096348544X.