Standard Aircraft Handbook for Mechanics and Technicians, Seventh Edition

As a surgeon, I think of this book as the "Gray's Anatomy for Airframe Mechanics." Yes, it's fundamental, but knowing the fundamental facts makes for good work.It contains material every airframe mechanic must know in the first year of his apprenticeship, but it will be of inestimable value to the many persons who participate in the expanding field of "Build Your Own Pane," even the best kits require some mechanical know-how and the proper use of the proper toolsNo book reaches seven editions without having proved of value to an audience of significant size. The two expert authors describe with the aid of very clear line drawings and illustrations the nature of the tools and how to employ them (also how not!); they describe the nature of materials (not fabrics), and fixation devices (screws, bolts, pins, etc.). To this is added "plumbing, and electrical systems, and then non-destructive testing (NDT) and corrosion.Altogether there is a wealth of primary material which every pilot and aircraft owner should be familiar with, and one day might save him from unnecessary forced landings.

This edition of "Standard Aircraft Handbook" is great. The book maintains the past greatness & simplicity while bringing forefront new technologies that are revolutionizing aviation for pilots and aircraft builder's. A must into any pilots library.

I saw the book my engineering manager had for reference. It provided the reference we needed for a design change "debate". It proved out our point. I had to get a copy.Ralph, PE

I bought this book as a part of my preparation for developing some subject matter expertise in the aerospace supply chain and maintenance process subject matter domain - very pleased with the concise and depth of material provided in this book.As the owner of a sailboat - I also found much of the information in this book to be illuminating and helpful to some concepts of boat maintenance - and the tools used therein.

Great product tons of knowledge and value in this book

My son’s first text book towards his goal of getting his A&P ticket !!

Required for A&P school, but great to have in the box for riveting and Thread sizes.

Great book if your pursuing your A &P. Great Refresher.