The Airman: Experiences While Obtaining A Brevet In France (1913)

By Clive Mellor

Book Overview

The Airman: Experiences While Obtaining A Brevet In France is a memoir written by Clive Mellor in 1913. The book details Mellor's experiences as he trained to become a pilot in France, at a time when aviation was still in its infancy. Mellor describes his struggles and triumphs as he learned to fly, including his first solo flight and his experiences flying in challenging weather conditions.Throughout the book, Mellor provides insights into the technology and techniques used in early aviation, including the design of the planes and the instruments used to navigate. He also discusses the various challenges faced by early pilots, such as engine failure and the dangers of flying at high altitudes.In addition to his experiences as a pilot, Mellor also provides a glimpse into life in France during the early 1900s. He describes the culture, food, and people he encountered during his time there, providing a unique perspective on a bygone era.Overall, The Airman: Experiences While Obtaining A Brevet In France is a fascinating memoir that offers a firsthand account of the early days of aviation. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of flight or the early 20th century in France.With An Introduction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104477351
• ISBN13: 9781104477356
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"