Flight Instruments, 1942, 1942
Scope and Contents
Document Type: Textbook (Technical).
Purpose: Training and Education.
Authority: Author Expertise.
Scope: An introductory overview of various aircraft insturments.
Contents (from Table of Contents):
1. Aircraft Instruments - Part I
2. Aircraft Instruments - Part II
3. The Turn and Bank Indicator
4. The Rate of Climb Indicator and the Altimeter
5. The Pitot-Static Tube and Airspeed Indicator
6. The Tachometer, Accelerometer, Manifold Pressure Gauges, and Magnetic Compass
Dates
- Copyright: 1942
- Publication: 1942
Creator
- From the Collection: Aircraft Engine Historical Society, Inc. (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research in the Archives & Special Collections reading room. Handling guidelines and use restrictions will be communicated and enforced by archives staff members.
Full Extent
1 Volume (1 book)
Language of Materials
English
Format & Physical Description
Hardcover bound book, 8.5” height x 5.5” depth x 0.4" thickness (100 pages including flyleaf pages). Printed on semi-glossy paper. Includes black & white photographs and tables.
Note: Overall good condition, possible signs of mildew or mold on cover.
Publication Data
Published in 1942 by National Aeronautics Council, Inc., New York. Copyright 1940, 1941, 1942 by the National Aeronautics Council, Inc. Printed in the U.S.A.
Preservation
Preservation Level 5. No conservation required as of July 2026.
Source
- Martin, George P. (Donor, Person)
- Aircraft Engine Historical Society, Inc. (Donor, Organization)
Genre / Form
Topical
Repository Details
Part of the The University of Alabama in Huntsville Archives & Special Collections Repository
M. Louis Salmon Library
301 Sparkman Drive
Huntsville Alabama 35899 United States of America
256-824-6523
archives@uah.edu