Textbooks

Aerodynamics and Aircraft Performance, 3rd edition by James F. Marchman III (CC BY).

Intended for undergraduates, this text provides “stand alone” coverage of basic, subsonic, aircraft performance preceded by an introduction to the basics of aerodynamics that will provide a background sufficient to the understanding of the subjects to be studied in aircraft performance.

Air Safety Investigation: The Journey by Michiel Schuurman (CC BY)

This is an introductory book that explores the world of air safety investigation. Unlike a how-to manual for investigating aviation accidents, this book focuses on the essential knowledge and mindset required to conduct a safety investigation.

Aviation Safety – The Basics by Gary M. Ullrich and Brandon W. Wild, (CC BY-NC-SA).

This book provides a detailed introduction into the current important issues affecting aviation safety. This textbook discusses the latest safety indicatives now being introduced throughout the industry. Although several chapters are dedicated toward General Aviation, the material applies to all facets of aviation.

Introduction to Aerospace Flight Vehicles by J. Gordon Leishman (CC BY-NC-ND)

This eBook provides a comprehensive introduction to aerospace engineering, covering a range of topics in an interactive, engaging format. It employs evidence-based teaching practices, such as scaffolded learning, to help students and other interested individuals understand and apply the material to multiple problems.

Pilot’s Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge by Federal Aviation Administration (CCO)

The is an essential book for any remote, sport, recreational, private, commercial, and instructor pilot. It provides basic knowledge that is vital for all pilots. This handbook introduces pilots to the broad spectrum of knowledge that will be needed as they progress in their training. This handbook is useful to novice pilots, as well as those pursuing more advanced certificates.