First Aviation

“A GRIPPING CLASSIC. Exhaustively researched, The Hunter Killers puts you directly into a Wild Weasel fighter cockpit during the Vietnam War. Dan Hampton lets you feel it for yourself as no one else could.”--Colonel LEO THORSNESS, Wild Weasel pilot and Medal of Honor recipient At the height...

From check-in, through security, to the gates and boarding, the airport is a big place to get passengers to their destinations.

The First Space Race reveals the inside story of an epic adventure with world-altering stakes. From 1955 to 1958, American and Soviet engineers battled to capture the world's imagination by successfully launching the world's first satellite. The race to orbit featured two American teams led by rival services - the US Army and the Navy - and a Soviet effort so secret that few even knew it existed. This race ushered in the Space Age with a saga of science, politics, technology, engineering, and human dreams.

With the Soviet Union's launch of the first Sputnik satellite in 1957, the Cold War soared to new heights as Americans feared losing the race into space. The X-15 Rocket Plane tells the enthralling yet little-known story of the hypersonic X-15, the winged rocket ship that met this challenge and opened the way into human-controlled spaceflight. Drawing on interviews with those who were there, Michelle Evans captures the drama and excitement of, yes, rocket science.

December 7, 1941. The Japanese forces attacked Pearl Harbor and the United States was sucked into World War II. The nation was furious, and the public demanded revenge. Back home, Colonel James Doolittle of the United States Airforce was tasked with organizing a raid on Japan. On April 18, 1942, 16 B-25B Mitchell bombers were flown from the aircraft carrier USS Hornet off the coast of Japan. The daring mission was successful in creating fear within the hearts of the enemy and won support for the military back home. This is the story of The Doolittle Raid.

Helicopters are small and have blades instead of wings. Their size can make them very useful for all sorts of jobs.

If you've ever gazed up the sky and wondered what life would be like as a flight attendant...wonder no more! Before you apply for a job as a flight attendant/cabin crew, listen to this quick start guide! This book breaks down the misconceptions of the career, sorts out fact from fiction, provides you with a look into the life of flight crew, helps you select the right airline for you, and provides you with a secret weapon to ace your interview with flying colors! You'll be prepared to answer every question with confidence and ease.

Big and loud, airports can be scary for little travelers. Monica is here to help make traveling fun and easy! She is going on her first trip on an airplane, and has all sorts of tips on how to enjoy the trip wherever you go. Young listeners will learn: how flying on a plane can be fun; how to act at an airport and on a plane; and how they can be comfortable on plane rides. Planes can be annoying, but to a child, they can be terrifying. Follow Monica's story so that you too can enjoy the fun and thrill of flying!

Phil, a fly, is often misunderstood as a pest. However, he is actually a friendly little guy who loves to take in sights and go on thrilling adventures. A nomad, Phil is off on his next journey to find a temporary home. Amidst his travel, he stumbles upon a strange place he’s never seen before. The accidental discovery he makes changes his life forever in the most amazing way.

What do you need to know before flying on a plane? Age-appropriate text will help prepare you for the exciting experience of taking your first flight. Critical thinking questions and other features keep listeners engaged.