TY  - BOOK
AU  - Wolper,James S.
TI  - Understanding mathematics for aircraft navigation
SN  - 0071375724
AV  - TL586 .W83
PY  - 2001///
CY  - New York
PB  - McGraw-Hill
KW  - Navigation (Aeronautics)
KW  - Mathematics
KW  - fast
N1  - Includes bibliographical references (pages 253-256) and index; 1. The shape of the Earth -- 2. Vectors and spheres -- 3. Navigating by the stars -- 4. Making our own stars: GPS -- 5. Navigation in airplanes -- 6. Navigation planning -- 7. A guide to further reading -- App. The navigational stars
N2  - "Navigating is easier and safer when you truly understand how it works. This in-the-cockpit guide helps you build that base of understanding. Written by flight instructor/mathematician/computer expert/teacher James S. Wolper, Understanding Mathematics for Aircraft Navigation helps you handle - and grasp - every aspect of getting from here to there, determining where you are now, taking full advantage of today's sophisticated navigation equipment, and even using ancient celestial methods in an emergency."--Jacket
ER  -