A Ph.D., ATP, three-time Bonanza owner and instructor for the American Bonanza Society's Proficient Pilot seminars, Eckalbar compares the specifications and handling qualities and of the 3 basic Bonanza models in this well-crafted book.

Topics include aerodynamics, routine operations, weight and balance limitations, performance specifications, and in-depth engine analysis. The book also covers the airspeed and g-load limits of the Beech Bonanza, instrument flying techniques, numerous chart and equations giving drag characteristics, and more. Its a must for anyone who owns, or is thinking of buying a Bonanza.

Packed with interesting and important information:

• How much help are flaps in getting over a 50-foot obstacle?
• Does it really pay to cruise climb in a Bonanza?
• What airspeed and rpm yield emergency maximum range?
• Does it make sense to run lean of peak?
• What is the optimum altitude for a trip of 200 or 600 miles?
• How should you adjust your turbulent air penetration speed for light weights?
• How do the performance, handling, and loading characteristics of the four Bonanzas vary?
• How can two tail members do the work of three?

From John Frank, founder of the Cessna Pilots Association
Absolutely outstanding job. It is extremely well researched and reads in a manner that all pilots can understand...I think it is about time that someone had done this type of book for the Bonanza. I think it can be a major contribution to aviation safety.

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Author: John Eckalbar
Format: Hardcover, 202 pages.