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Publications -
Survival
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ASH-068
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Survival
for Aircrew,
By Sarah-Jane Prew, 1999. 160 pp.
Available in English.
Summary:". . . the
author's enthusiasm for the subject is obvious. . . . a quick and easy
read. . . . contains useful background information, interesting tips and
sound comments. . . . providers of aircrew training will find this book a
useful addition to their reading lists." -- Journal of Professional
Aviation Training. ". . . Well written and illustrated throughout. .
. . Survival for Aircrew is a must for airline safety and emergency
departments . . . it is sure to provide a solid return on the
investment." -- The Journal for Civil Aviation Training. "This
book is an instructional tool for all crew members who fly over wilderness
areas or water. . . . outlines survival techniques for passengers and crew
members . . . with special emphasis on the crew's role." -- Flight
Safety Foundation. ". . . this highly informative volume is a very
good place to start for the general overview of land and sea survival
techniques . . . perfect resource for classroom or library reference . . .
highly readable, straightforward style . . . a useful and important study
. . . highly recommended reading, not only for aircrews, but also for
their passengers who could similarly benefit from this important
information." -- Flight Safety Digest. Survival for Aircrew is
essential reading for aviation personnel who may at any time fly over
water or inhospitable terrain. The ability to conquer nature and survive
long enough to be rescued--a skill that could have saved the lives of
countless aircrew and passengers in the past--can save many lives in the
future. Designed to be an easy-to-read instructional resource, this book
teaches aircrews all the survival methods they are ever likely to need at
sea, in the desert, jungle or Arctic. Illustrated throughout for ease of
reference, it looks at the aircrew role in an aviation survival situation,
at the equipment required, and at the possible scenarios. Its emphasis on
crew behavior makes the book unique, whether the reader is involved in
general aviation, airline industry or government service. Features
include:
- Sea and land survival
- Desert, jungle and Arctic survival
- Preparation guidelines and initial actions
- Survival equipment and priorities
Contents: List of illustrations;
Preface; Acknowledgements; Survival--an introduction; The crew
role--leadership in survival; Sea Survival: Water survival--it can happen
to you!; Ditching--how to prepare; Underwater escape; In the water;
Liferaft management; Liferaft design and equipment; First aid at sea;
Signalling and rescue at sea; Land Survival: Introduction--land survival;
The desert; The jungle; The Arctic; Lighting fires; First aid on land;
Signalling and rescue on land; Conclusion; Sources for equipment and
training; Bibliography; Index. Sarah-Jane Prew, cabin safety consultant,
Editor, Cabin Safety Update, and Assistant Editor, Civil Aviation Training
Magazine. Illustrations by Simon Austin. |
US$ 54.95 Hard Cover
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AWB281-01
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SURVIVAL TACTICS FOR AIRLINE
PASSENGERS
Ken Cubbin
While the title of this volume could be a reference to the
standard of airline catering, the subject matter-as the cover
suggests-is deadly serious. As a Boeing 747 flight engineer with
30 years in the airline business, holder of a black belt in
martial arts, and an Airways contributor, the author knows his
stuff. Apart from the obvious focus on preventing a repeat of
September 11, including a section on martial arts training, there
is sound and informed coverage of air rage incidents, smoke and
fire in the cabin and evacuation, decompression, `water landings'
(by non-amphibious types), and general comfort and safety tips for
the air traveller. The contents are as much of interest to
flightcrew as passengers and both groups should read this
book-along with airline training departments. Whether or not you
agree with all of the author's proposals, the essence of his
message is that airline passengers must maintain responsibility
for their own well being, and avoid dependency on others for their
safety and health. Common sense not only for self-loading freight,
but also for anyone, anywhere.183pp;
29 b&w photos and 37 drawings; paperbound
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$ 14.95
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