Stories about civilian aircraft, information about aircraft, books with photos. Anything 'special' that is not covered in the other catagories (such as General Aviation, Airliners, Military Aircraft, etc.) will be listed here.

Alaska's Bush Planes by Harmon "Bud" Helmericks

(Hardcover)

Book description:
It is no wonder that the Bush plane is an icon of the Last Frontier. Alaska has approximately six times as many pilots and fourteen times as many airplanes per capita as the rest of the United States. The Bush plane is a critical method of transportation for supplies and passengers in this vast state as well as a spectacular way to tour the majestic landscape. A perfect choice for the aviation enthusiast, Alaska's Bush Planes is loaded with a large selection of photographs of small aircraft including float, ski wheel, and amphibian planes. Also included is information on the challenging weather conditions that pilots face, the types of cargo and missions they fly, and their destinations.

Cessna 172 by Jeremy M. Pratt

(A Pilot's Guide Series) (Paperback)

Book Description
Each guide in this comprehensive series covers the fundamentals of flying and the principal characteristics of a specific type of aircraft, gathered from the advice and experiences of leading experts in the aviation industry. Geared for pilots looking to supplement their individual plane's official flight manual, these sourcebooks provide an overview of the aircraft and detailed descriptions of its handling characteristics, limitations, and performance data. A history of each airplane's use and function is also included.