David Owen investigates the different factors involved in aviation accidents, from severe weather conditions to pilot error and inadequate aircraft maintenance, illustrating each type of event by means of crucial incidents. He also examines the present-day state of aviation safety worldwide and the challenges facing this rapidly expanding industry.
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About the Author:
David Owen was an engineer in the aerospace industry before turning to writing for a living. He has more than a dozen books to his credit on aspects of aviation, motor sport engineering design and military history, and has also worked extensively in radio and television. He lives in Chester.
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- PublisherMotorbooks Intl
- Publication date2002
- ISBN 10 185260607X
- ISBN 13 9781852606077
- BindingPaperback
- Edition number2
- Number of pages192
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