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After taking the year off to save up money and establish a more portable career, Tiffani Burkett was finally ready to get back on the road and finish her "Round The World" ride that she had started on her 2015 Yamaha FZ-07. Little did she know that getting rid of everything in January of 2020 would be one of the biggest mistakes of her life. Or perhaps one of the biggest opportunities.

If you’re a student pilot taking your first lesson or a seasoned aviator looking to sharpen your skills, Airplane Flying Handbook: The Ultimate Pilot Training Guide for Student and Pro Aviators is the definitive flight training resource you’ve been searching for. Packed with approved techniques, real-world aviation insights, and expert guidance, this book takes you from the basics of flight to the most advanced piloting maneuvers with clarity, confidence, and precision.

Nothing Like It in the World is the story of the men who built the transcontinental railroad. In Ambrose's hands, this enterprise comes to life. The U.S. government pitted two companies - the Union Pacific and the Central Pacific railroads - against each other in a race for funding, encouraging speed over caution. As its peak the work force approached the size of Civil War armies, with as many as 15,000 workers on each line. The surveyors, the men who picked the route, lived off buffalo, deer, and antelope.

Two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize David McCullough tells the dramatic story behind the story about the courageous brothers who taught the world how to fly: Wilbur and Orville Wright.

On December 17, 1903, at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, Wilbur and Orville Wright's Wright Flyer became the first powered, heavier-than-air machine to achieve controlled, sustained flight with a pilot aboard. The Age of Flight had begun. How did they do it? And why?

The Age of Railways was an era of extraordinary change which utterly transformed every aspect of British life - from trade and transportation to health and recreation. Full Steam Ahead reveals how the world we live in today was entirely shaped by the rail network, charting the glorious evolution of rail transportation and how it left its mark on every aspect of life, landscape and culture. Peter Ginn and Ruth Goodman brilliantly bring this revolution to life in their trademark style, which engages and captivates.

In Pass Your Private Pilot Checkride, the MzeroA team leverages their extensive flight experience and knowledge to guide aspiring pilots through one of the most crucial steps in their aviation journey—the checkride. This book aims to demystify the process, offering strategies and insights that will save you time and reduce stress, ensuring you're fully prepared for the big day.

The "CDL Study Guide 2025-2026" is a comprehensive resource designed to ensure your readiness for the CDL exam. With a focus on extensive practice questions and an innovative online platform, our guide is your pathway to success in obtaining your CDL.

Explains the importance of Pakistan Railways for the political economy of Pakistan,carries out its SWOT analysis and describes the challenges it is facing.Ends with a comprehensive set of recommendations for its turn around

The Titanic has often been called "An exquisite microcosm of the Edwardian era", but until now, her story has not been presented as such. In Gilded Lives, Fatal Voyage, historian Hugh Brewster seamlessly interweaves personal narratives of the lost liner's most fascinating people with a haunting account of the fateful maiden crossing. Employing scrupulous research, he accurately depicts the ship's brief life and tragic denouement and presents compelling, memorable portraits of her most notable passengers.

Are you preparing for your instrument pilot checkride and feeling overwhelmed? "Pass Your Instrument Pilot Checkride" is your essential companion, designed to answer all your questions and clarify every aspect of the checkride process. In "Pass Your Instrument Pilot Checkride," the MzeroA team leverages their extensive flight experience and knowledge to guide pilots through one of the most crucial steps in their aviation journey—the checkride. This book aims to demystify the process, offering strategies and insights that will save you time and reduce stress, ensuring you're fully prepared.

In Car Crazy, G. Wayne Miller, author of Toy Wars: The Epic Struggle Between G.I. Joe, Barbie, and the Companies That Make Them and Men and Speed: A Wild Ride Through NASCAR's Breakout Season, takes listeners back to the wild and wooly years of the early automobile era - from 1893, when the first US-built auto was introduced, through 1908, when General Motors was founded and Ford's Model T went on the market.

To Conquer the Air is a hero's tale of overcoming obstacles within and without that plumbs the depths of creativity and character. With a historian's accuracy and a novelist's eye, Tobin has captured the interplay of remarkable personalities at an extraordinary moment in our history. In the centennial year of human flight, To Conquer the Air is itself a heroic achievement.

Visit any car museum and watch visitors taking pictures. They always get a shot of the hood ornament. WHY? Perhaps it’s because cars no longer have them. Maybe, but I think there’s more to it than that. The ornament is a small sculpture; it works in the same way an artist’s fine art works – on the emotions. It’s shiny; it catches the eye; it appeals to the emotions; it’s often whimsical and sometimes sexy. This book captures some of that appeal. BUT--There's more here than just great color photos. There's context and commentary. Art Deco, Streamline Moderne, Art Nouveau, rocket ...

RED SILENCE, BLACK ORBIT The Shocking True Story of the Phantom Cosmonauts By Gary Covella, Ph.D. A Cold War Mystery That Refuses to Stay Buried In the height of the Space Race—when Sputnik’s beeps rattled the world and Yuri Gagarin’s orbit electrified humanity—something far darker floated unseen in the void. Red Silence, Black Orbit shatters six decades of iron-clad Soviet secrecy to reveal the cosmonauts whose final transmissions were systematically erased, the distress calls silenced by state decree, and the covert missions that never officially existed—until now. Newly ...

Inside the Code Revolution: AI, Automation & the Future of Software Welcome to a cutting-edge non-fiction weekly magazine that dives deep into the fast-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence, Software, and Smart Systems. This issue presents an insightful exploration of the most pressing and transformative developments in the tech world—especially the profound impact of Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) like GitHub Copilot on software development, work culture, and the global tech economy. As AI-generated code becomes increasingly commonplace, we examine how tools like ...

JAY LENO says The Dashboard Book is a "Great read" and "I really liked it". It is the definitive full color illustrated history of the American automobile dashboard with more than 400 color photographs and more than 160 different cars. The first chapters include the elegant Curved Dash Oldsmobile of 1901/07, Sears mail order Motor Buggy, Ford's Model T, air cooled Franklins, Cadillacs, Buick's 1914 Torpedo Touring, Auburn, Duesenberg, Pierce Arrow, Essex, Hudson, Lincoln, LaSalle, Chevrolet, 1936 Cord, and my visit to Jay Leno's garage. The early chapters also include the evolution of ...

Are you dreaming of a career that lets you soar above the clouds and explore new horizons? "Sky Bound Dreams: A Guide to Becoming a Flight Attendant" by Wanderlust Wren is your ultimate guide to turning those dreams into reality! Packed with enthusiastic language and captivating stories, this book is perfect for readers of all ages who are eager to embark on an exciting journey in the aviation industry. From the magic of flying machines to the timeless glamour of the profession, "Sky Bound Dreams" covers everything you need to know to kickstart your career as a flight attendant. Inside, ...

The Comprehensive Guide to Electric Motors Discover the fascinating world of electric motors with The Comprehensive Guide to Electric Motors, an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the technology that powers our modern world. Whether you're a student, engineer, industry professional, or simply curious about how electric motors work, this book offers a thorough exploration of the principles, types, applications, and innovations in motor technology. What You'll Learn: Fundamental Concepts: Begin with the basics of electric motor operation, including the physics behind ...

Everyone needs a car but everyone hates the buying process!Without a doubt, nobody likes the process of buying cars. Aside from the fact that you’re about to make a major purchase, it can be downright scary if you don’t really understand what you’re doing. There are so many ways you could get ripped-off or overpay, even by thousands of dollars! To make matters worse, you could end up buying a car that has major problems if you don’t know the warning signs to look for. Learn a step-by-step plan for screening used-cars before you even leave homeAll you need is a general idea of the ...

A brief but comprehensive guide to organizing and initiating a home-built electric or exotic automobile construction project, as performed by the author, with accompanying illustrations and a resource guide.