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From the Ground Up

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Among other things, one of the problems a pilot should tackle is learning to fly. Countless deluded young men, yearning for a career in aviation, have the sadly mistaken idea that that is all there is to it. A few hu

182 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1941

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Sandy A.F. MacDonald

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July 14, 2014
So you want to learn to fly? Sandy MacDonald's From the Ground Up has been THE first-read text for pilots for decades. I was no exception, and have watched this text evolve over time. If you have any intention of learning to fly, are learning to fly, or want to understand more about flying, this is the book to read. Period!
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25 reviews1 follower
October 15, 2017
Is a very important book for future Canadian Pilots, however I do find it reads more like an encyclopedia than material to learn from. I used it as a base when other books were less clear on certain subjects, but much preferred Culhane books to prepare for my PPL licence
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February 5, 2015
This is the staple of knowledge for those who have decided to become a pilot.
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June 5, 2025
Very informative, not a bad read. Finished it a while ago but forgot to rate. Helped me a lot to pass my first year courses.
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August 25, 2021
Great book, easy to read and made learning an enjoyable experience. Every paragraph was enriching in some way. I refer to it often.
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