Author: Charles Aybar
Publisher: Charles Aybar, Ph.D.
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 119
Book Description
Soaring Dreams: Jake’s Hypersonic Flight Challenge is an inspiring journey of a young boy's dream turning into a life-changing adventure in the world of aerospace. Follow Jake Thompson, a curious and determined 10-year-old, who finds himself at the forefront of groundbreaking technology when he joins a team of engineers working on a hypersonic jet capable of speeds beyond Mach 5. With his father’s connections in the aerospace industry opening unexpected doors, Jake gets hands-on experience with cutting-edge aviation advancements and learns that the sky is no longer the limit. Guided by the mentorship of visionaries and the support of his friend Emma, Jake takes on challenges that push him to grow, both in his technical skills and his understanding of what it means to chase a dream that’s bigger than himself. As Jake’s journey unfolds, the stakes rise from hypersonic flight to an ambitious mission to the moon, where he and the team encounter both triumphs and setbacks that test their perseverance, adaptability, and teamwork. Faced with failures that become pivotal learning experiences, Jake discovers that his journey isn’t just about what he achieves but about the person he’s becoming along the way. From lunar landings to life lessons, This is a story of resilience, innovation, and the limitless possibilities that come from believing in something greater than yourself. For anyone who’s ever looked up at the stars and wondered what it takes to reach them, this book offers a powerful reminder that the true adventure lies not just in the destination but in the growth and transformation that happens on the way there.
Soaring Dreams: Jake’s Hypersonic Flight Challenge
Author: Charles Aybar
Publisher: Charles Aybar, Ph.D.
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 119
Book Description
Soaring Dreams: Jake’s Hypersonic Flight Challenge is an inspiring journey of a young boy's dream turning into a life-changing adventure in the world of aerospace. Follow Jake Thompson, a curious and determined 10-year-old, who finds himself at the forefront of groundbreaking technology when he joins a team of engineers working on a hypersonic jet capable of speeds beyond Mach 5. With his father’s connections in the aerospace industry opening unexpected doors, Jake gets hands-on experience with cutting-edge aviation advancements and learns that the sky is no longer the limit. Guided by the mentorship of visionaries and the support of his friend Emma, Jake takes on challenges that push him to grow, both in his technical skills and his understanding of what it means to chase a dream that’s bigger than himself. As Jake’s journey unfolds, the stakes rise from hypersonic flight to an ambitious mission to the moon, where he and the team encounter both triumphs and setbacks that test their perseverance, adaptability, and teamwork. Faced with failures that become pivotal learning experiences, Jake discovers that his journey isn’t just about what he achieves but about the person he’s becoming along the way. From lunar landings to life lessons, This is a story of resilience, innovation, and the limitless possibilities that come from believing in something greater than yourself. For anyone who’s ever looked up at the stars and wondered what it takes to reach them, this book offers a powerful reminder that the true adventure lies not just in the destination but in the growth and transformation that happens on the way there.
Publisher: Charles Aybar, Ph.D.
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 119
Book Description
Soaring Dreams: Jake’s Hypersonic Flight Challenge is an inspiring journey of a young boy's dream turning into a life-changing adventure in the world of aerospace. Follow Jake Thompson, a curious and determined 10-year-old, who finds himself at the forefront of groundbreaking technology when he joins a team of engineers working on a hypersonic jet capable of speeds beyond Mach 5. With his father’s connections in the aerospace industry opening unexpected doors, Jake gets hands-on experience with cutting-edge aviation advancements and learns that the sky is no longer the limit. Guided by the mentorship of visionaries and the support of his friend Emma, Jake takes on challenges that push him to grow, both in his technical skills and his understanding of what it means to chase a dream that’s bigger than himself. As Jake’s journey unfolds, the stakes rise from hypersonic flight to an ambitious mission to the moon, where he and the team encounter both triumphs and setbacks that test their perseverance, adaptability, and teamwork. Faced with failures that become pivotal learning experiences, Jake discovers that his journey isn’t just about what he achieves but about the person he’s becoming along the way. From lunar landings to life lessons, This is a story of resilience, innovation, and the limitless possibilities that come from believing in something greater than yourself. For anyone who’s ever looked up at the stars and wondered what it takes to reach them, this book offers a powerful reminder that the true adventure lies not just in the destination but in the growth and transformation that happens on the way there.
Volume II-- Soaring Dreams: Jake’s High-Flying Adventures
Author: Charles Aybar
Publisher: Charles Aybar, Ph.D.
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 490
Book Description
Volume II--Soaring Dreams: Jake’s High-Flying Adventures follows the journey of a boy with a boundless love for aviation and aerospace as he dives into incredible new challenges. From piloting drones and exploring underwater to uncovering the mysteries of missile silos and experiencing the thrill of hypersonic flight, Jake’s adventures are packed with excitement, curiosity, and learning. Each story pushes Jake to explore new frontiers, inspiring readers to imagine their own journeys in the world of flight and discovery. This is a compilation of four captivating stories from the beloved Soaring Dreams series. Ideal for young readers passionate about science and exploration, this book combines thrilling narratives with hands-on learning prompts and engaging insights into the technology behind aviation and space travel. Soaring Dreams: Jake’s High-Flying Adventures encourages kids, tweens, and teens to reach for the stars, embrace the unknown, and let their dreams take flight.
Publisher: Charles Aybar, Ph.D.
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 490
Book Description
Volume II--Soaring Dreams: Jake’s High-Flying Adventures follows the journey of a boy with a boundless love for aviation and aerospace as he dives into incredible new challenges. From piloting drones and exploring underwater to uncovering the mysteries of missile silos and experiencing the thrill of hypersonic flight, Jake’s adventures are packed with excitement, curiosity, and learning. Each story pushes Jake to explore new frontiers, inspiring readers to imagine their own journeys in the world of flight and discovery. This is a compilation of four captivating stories from the beloved Soaring Dreams series. Ideal for young readers passionate about science and exploration, this book combines thrilling narratives with hands-on learning prompts and engaging insights into the technology behind aviation and space travel. Soaring Dreams: Jake’s High-Flying Adventures encourages kids, tweens, and teens to reach for the stars, embrace the unknown, and let their dreams take flight.
Soaring Dreams: Jake's Adventures to the Airport
Author: Charles Aybar
Publisher: Charles Aybar, Ph.D.
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
"Soaring Dreams: Jake's Adventures to the Airport" is an inspiring story about a curious 9-year-old boy named Jake who visits an airport for the first time. With his blonde hair and bright blue eyes, Jake is fascinated by everything that flies. His journey begins with excitement as he and his mom drive to the airport, where Jake is thrilled to see airplanes, terminals, and runways up close. As they explore the airport, Jake learns about the different parts of the terminal and watches planes take off and land, sparking his imagination and love for flying. Jake's adventure takes him behind the scenes of the airport, where he gets a special tour of the control tower. Inside, he meets air traffic controllers who explain how they guide planes safely through the sky. Jake is captivated by their work and is eager to learn more about how planes fly. The visit to the cockpit of a real airplane is the highlight of Jake's day, where he sits in the co-pilot’s seat, tries on a pilot’s hat, and asks the pilots about their experiences. This magical encounter fuels his dream of becoming a pilot. Throughout the story, Jake’s passion for aviation grows as he meets pilots, learns about the science of flight, and gets an up-close look at the teamwork required to run an airport. By the end of the day, Jake is more determined than ever to follow his dream of flying, knowing that with hard work and dedication, he might one day become a pilot himself. This heartwarming tale is perfect for young readers who share a fascination with airplanes and the world of aviation.
Publisher: Charles Aybar, Ph.D.
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
"Soaring Dreams: Jake's Adventures to the Airport" is an inspiring story about a curious 9-year-old boy named Jake who visits an airport for the first time. With his blonde hair and bright blue eyes, Jake is fascinated by everything that flies. His journey begins with excitement as he and his mom drive to the airport, where Jake is thrilled to see airplanes, terminals, and runways up close. As they explore the airport, Jake learns about the different parts of the terminal and watches planes take off and land, sparking his imagination and love for flying. Jake's adventure takes him behind the scenes of the airport, where he gets a special tour of the control tower. Inside, he meets air traffic controllers who explain how they guide planes safely through the sky. Jake is captivated by their work and is eager to learn more about how planes fly. The visit to the cockpit of a real airplane is the highlight of Jake's day, where he sits in the co-pilot’s seat, tries on a pilot’s hat, and asks the pilots about their experiences. This magical encounter fuels his dream of becoming a pilot. Throughout the story, Jake’s passion for aviation grows as he meets pilots, learns about the science of flight, and gets an up-close look at the teamwork required to run an airport. By the end of the day, Jake is more determined than ever to follow his dream of flying, knowing that with hard work and dedication, he might one day become a pilot himself. This heartwarming tale is perfect for young readers who share a fascination with airplanes and the world of aviation.
Volume I--Soaring Dreams: Jake's Skybound Beginnings
Author: Charles Aybar
Publisher: Charles Aybar, Ph.D.
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 557
Book Description
"Soaring Dreams: Jake's Skybound Beginnings" is a thrilling compilation of five captivating stories from the beloved Soaring Dreams series featuring Jake, an adventurous and determined young hero. This volume brings together Jake’s journey from exploring the fundamentals of aviation at the airport to mastering simulator training, experiencing the exhilaration of flight, and ultimately facing the challenge of astronaut training. Perfect for young readers fascinated by flight and space, each chapter is packed with excitement and valuable lessons that ignite curiosity and ambition. In this collection, readers accompany Jake as he navigates the intricate workings of airports, learns the ins and outs of simulators, and discovers the art and science behind piloting. From the ground to the stars, Jake’s growth as an aviator is both inspiring and educational, showcasing the importance of resilience, teamwork, and a relentless pursuit of one’s dreams. Each story is enhanced with vivid descriptions and relatable experiences, making it easy for young minds to visualize and be part of Jake’s world. Soaring Dreams: Jake's Skybound Beginnings is more than just an adventure—it's an interactive, educational experience complete with thought-provoking prompts and a glossary of aviation terms. Designed to spark interest in aviation and aerospace, this comprehensive volume invites young readers to think big, explore the unknown, and chase their own dreams with confidence and excitement. Let Jake’s journey inspire the next generation to take flight and reach for the stars.
Publisher: Charles Aybar, Ph.D.
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 557
Book Description
"Soaring Dreams: Jake's Skybound Beginnings" is a thrilling compilation of five captivating stories from the beloved Soaring Dreams series featuring Jake, an adventurous and determined young hero. This volume brings together Jake’s journey from exploring the fundamentals of aviation at the airport to mastering simulator training, experiencing the exhilaration of flight, and ultimately facing the challenge of astronaut training. Perfect for young readers fascinated by flight and space, each chapter is packed with excitement and valuable lessons that ignite curiosity and ambition. In this collection, readers accompany Jake as he navigates the intricate workings of airports, learns the ins and outs of simulators, and discovers the art and science behind piloting. From the ground to the stars, Jake’s growth as an aviator is both inspiring and educational, showcasing the importance of resilience, teamwork, and a relentless pursuit of one’s dreams. Each story is enhanced with vivid descriptions and relatable experiences, making it easy for young minds to visualize and be part of Jake’s world. Soaring Dreams: Jake's Skybound Beginnings is more than just an adventure—it's an interactive, educational experience complete with thought-provoking prompts and a glossary of aviation terms. Designed to spark interest in aviation and aerospace, this comprehensive volume invites young readers to think big, explore the unknown, and chase their own dreams with confidence and excitement. Let Jake’s journey inspire the next generation to take flight and reach for the stars.
Eagle in the Sky
Author: Wilbur Smith
Publisher: Bonnier Publishing Fiction Ltd.
ISBN: 1785765779
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
An action-packed story of love, duty and destiny, by global sensation Wilbur Smith. 'A master storyteller' - Sunday Times 'Wilbur Smith is one of those benchmarks against whom others are compared' - The Times 'No one does adventure quite like Smith' - Daily Mirror The higher you fly, the harder you fall . . . From a young age it's clear that David Morgan is a 'bird', a natural pilot, most at home in the air. His family want him to take over the family business, but David is determined to follow his destiny, and joins the South African Air Force, where he is commended for his skills. When he meets Debra, a beautiful young Israeli writer, David once again feels the pull of destiny. He joins the Israeli Defence Force and finds himself caught up in the country's struggles. But when the war separates him from Debra, David feels his two destinies pulling him apart. Can he become the man he always dreamed of being, without losing the woman he's fighting for?
Publisher: Bonnier Publishing Fiction Ltd.
ISBN: 1785765779
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 333
Book Description
An action-packed story of love, duty and destiny, by global sensation Wilbur Smith. 'A master storyteller' - Sunday Times 'Wilbur Smith is one of those benchmarks against whom others are compared' - The Times 'No one does adventure quite like Smith' - Daily Mirror The higher you fly, the harder you fall . . . From a young age it's clear that David Morgan is a 'bird', a natural pilot, most at home in the air. His family want him to take over the family business, but David is determined to follow his destiny, and joins the South African Air Force, where he is commended for his skills. When he meets Debra, a beautiful young Israeli writer, David once again feels the pull of destiny. He joins the Israeli Defence Force and finds himself caught up in the country's struggles. But when the war separates him from Debra, David feels his two destinies pulling him apart. Can he become the man he always dreamed of being, without losing the woman he's fighting for?
The Power for Flight
Author: Jeremy R. Kinney
Publisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN: 9781626830370
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
The NACA and aircraft propulsion, 1915-1958 -- NASA gets to work, 1958-1975 -- The shift toward commercial aviation, 1966-1975 -- The quest for propulsive efficiency, 1976-1989 -- Propulsion control enters the computer era, 1976-1998 -- Transiting to a new century, 1990-2008 -- Toward the future
Publisher: Government Printing Office
ISBN: 9781626830370
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
The NACA and aircraft propulsion, 1915-1958 -- NASA gets to work, 1958-1975 -- The shift toward commercial aviation, 1966-1975 -- The quest for propulsive efficiency, 1976-1989 -- Propulsion control enters the computer era, 1976-1998 -- Transiting to a new century, 1990-2008 -- Toward the future
Cry Wolf
Author: Wilbur Smith
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN: 1429957549
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
Cry Wolf by Wilbur Smith The year is 1935, shortly before World War II. The "Wolf of Rome", Italy's army under Mussolini, is poised to invade Ethiopia, whose army is not only ill-equipped, but also severely outnumbered. Desperate to save his troubled land, Emperor Haile Selassie enlists American Jake Barton and Englishman Gareth Swales, two risk-takers who both share a taste for danger and the thrill of adventure. The mission seems simple: Deliver four ancient refurbished armored cars and Vicky Camberwell, an American journalist, in exchange for a hefty weight of gold. But soon Jake and Gareth realize that this is just the beginning of a long, harrowing journey that will take them from the sea to the scorching deserts of Africa to the peaks of its treacherous mountains, where a dramatic struggle to stay alive awaits them...
Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks
ISBN: 1429957549
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 482
Book Description
Cry Wolf by Wilbur Smith The year is 1935, shortly before World War II. The "Wolf of Rome", Italy's army under Mussolini, is poised to invade Ethiopia, whose army is not only ill-equipped, but also severely outnumbered. Desperate to save his troubled land, Emperor Haile Selassie enlists American Jake Barton and Englishman Gareth Swales, two risk-takers who both share a taste for danger and the thrill of adventure. The mission seems simple: Deliver four ancient refurbished armored cars and Vicky Camberwell, an American journalist, in exchange for a hefty weight of gold. But soon Jake and Gareth realize that this is just the beginning of a long, harrowing journey that will take them from the sea to the scorching deserts of Africa to the peaks of its treacherous mountains, where a dramatic struggle to stay alive awaits them...
Flight Discipline (PB)
Author: Tony T. Kern
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 007150320X
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
Flight Discipline is the complete tool kit for any aviator, whether military, commercial, or recreational, to develop the crack discipline needed to be a safe and effective aviator. Major Tony Kern analyses the causes of poor flight discipline, gives chilling case studies of the consequences, and lays out a plan for individual improvement. Key words are italicized and review questions included for each chapter. An unequalled guide to this mainspring of good piloting.
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN: 007150320X
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 448
Book Description
Flight Discipline is the complete tool kit for any aviator, whether military, commercial, or recreational, to develop the crack discipline needed to be a safe and effective aviator. Major Tony Kern analyses the causes of poor flight discipline, gives chilling case studies of the consequences, and lays out a plan for individual improvement. Key words are italicized and review questions included for each chapter. An unequalled guide to this mainspring of good piloting.
Tom Swift and His Hypersonic SpacePlane
Author: Thomas Hudson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781080973330
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
In the 29th novel of this series, Tom Swift decides to "dust off" and see if he can make an early dream come true. At the age of sixteen he had built a small jet he called his Nuclear Hyperplane. It was anything but either of those things. Now, nearly sixteen years later he believes he might do something to make that dream come true. He sets out to design an aircraft that might travel at five times the speed of sound.Because he is award that he cannot continuously spend without bringing some sales into Swift Enterprises, he plans to build a hypersonic passenger jet capable of getting half way around the world in about three-and-a-half hours. It is an ambitions plan.It comes to the attention of at least two unfriendly entities, both of whom try to ruin his plans; at least one believes that killing the inventor is the way to accomplish this.By taking things in little steps, he inches closer and closer to his dream, but can he manage to do it while remaining safe?
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781080973330
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
In the 29th novel of this series, Tom Swift decides to "dust off" and see if he can make an early dream come true. At the age of sixteen he had built a small jet he called his Nuclear Hyperplane. It was anything but either of those things. Now, nearly sixteen years later he believes he might do something to make that dream come true. He sets out to design an aircraft that might travel at five times the speed of sound.Because he is award that he cannot continuously spend without bringing some sales into Swift Enterprises, he plans to build a hypersonic passenger jet capable of getting half way around the world in about three-and-a-half hours. It is an ambitions plan.It comes to the attention of at least two unfriendly entities, both of whom try to ruin his plans; at least one believes that killing the inventor is the way to accomplish this.By taking things in little steps, he inches closer and closer to his dream, but can he manage to do it while remaining safe?
Above the Pacific
Author: William Joseph Horvat
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 234
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 234
Book Description