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Rod Machado's Instrument Pilot's Survival Manual: Serious Book Written in a Fun Refreshing Style

Rod Machado's Instrument Pilot's Survival Manual: Serious Book Written in a Fun Refreshing Style

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: A good supplement to your aviation library
Review: I appreciate Machado's book more now that I'm maintaining currency than when I was initially working on the instrument rating.

The most valuable part (to me) was on cockpit organization. The four-way clipboard suggestion is an elegant solution compared to the well-armed instrument gladiator look I was sporting -- you know, with multiple kneeboards and a Post-It(tm) pad.

His analyses of the individual parts of the approach and "how the system" works are helpful as well, especially with both NOS and Jepp charts. The only minus was the suggested scan technique. It didn't work for me and I thought it was a little cumbersome.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Humorous yet serious
Review: I have had this book for a while and have read other books from this author and must say that Rod Macado makes learning fun. It is realitively easy to read and is filled with many tips and ways to help you organize yourself in the cockpit during IFR situations. Not to mention he includes first hand experiences from students that he has taught to try to "show you" what not to do. I must say that this book is a must read for anyone up to getting IFR certified. I helped me and I am sure that it will help you in the air as well

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Rod Machado's Instrument Pilot's Survival Manual
Review: Mr. Machado's instrument book has been a key resource in our IFR training programs since its first publishing in 1991. Our students delight in the author's writing style combining humor with substance. In operating our school, I depend on authors like Rod to help equip our students with the highest possible level of aeronautical knowledge which in turn enables them to make sound inflight decisions. I particularily appreciate the exceptional manner in which Rod teaches the proper use of approach lighting systems pursuant to FAR 91.175.

Mark Wilson, Owner, IFR Flight Training School, Austin, Texas

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Makes learning instrument flying fun!
Review: Nobody teaches instrument flying better than Rod Machado. Best of all he makes learning a pleasure through his genuine enthusiasm for the material and wonderful sense of humor. Whether you're an aspiring instrument pilot or an experienced one brushing up, this book is a must-read!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Rod Machado does it again!
Review: With over 25 years of experience in the aviation industry, Rod Machado has a significant background to draw from in his books. He presents material important to the Instrument pilot, and even to private pilots thinking about getting their instrument rating in a straightforward and humorous manner. Rod Machado is never boring and always relevant!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Rod Machado does it again!
Review: With over 25 years of experience in the aviation industry, Rod Machado has a significant background to draw from in his books. He presents material important to the Instrument pilot, and even to private pilots thinking about getting their instrument rating in a straightforward and humorous manner. Rod Machado is never boring and always relevant!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Another fantastic book from Rod
Review: Working on your instrument rating? Preparing for a competency check? Need to learn GPS instrument approaches? Just want to laugh? Here's the book to satisfy all of that. Twenty-seven years of teaching experience leaps from each page, and Rod delivers on his promise-you'll laugh while you learn. This book is filled with anecdotes, stories, humor, and wisdom. It's a must for every instrument student and instrument-rated pilot.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Another fantastic book from Rod
Review: Working on your instrument rating? Preparing for a competency check? Need to learn GPS instrument approaches? Just want to laugh? Here's the book to satisfy all of that. Twenty-seven years of teaching experience leaps from each page, and Rod delivers on his promise-you'll laugh while you learn. This book is filled with anecdotes, stories, humor, and wisdom. It's a must for every instrument student and instrument-rated pilot.


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