“Get rid at the outset of the idea that the airplane is only an air-going sort of automobile. It isn't. It may sound like one and smell like one, and it may have been interior decorated to look like one; but the difference is - it goes on wings.”
Quote by Wolfgang Langewiesche
Work
Stick & Rudder: 50th Anniversary Edition
This book delves into the mechanics and psychology of flying, offering a detailed exploration of the complexities involved in controlling an aircraft. Written by J. L. Young, it is a seminal work in aviation literature, providing both pilots and aviation enthusiasts with a deep understanding of the art and science of flying. more
Author
Wolfgang Langewiesche
Wolfgang Langewiesche was a German-born American author renowned for his profound insights into aviation and adventure. His works covered a range of topics from World War II to modern aviation, with his most famous book being 'The Art of Flying'. more
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