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Take off on an unforgettable journey with Donald Osborn, a born storyteller whose life plays out like an adventure across the skies. From his humble beginnings in western Nebraska to navigating the unpredictable world of commercial aviation, Osborn’s career soars from flight instructing to the high-stakes realities of airline life.

Noraly Schoenmaker was a thirtysomething geologist living in the Netherlands when she learned that her live-in partner had been having a long-term affair. In desperate need of a new beginning, she decided to quit her job and jet off to India. But her plans were dashed when she fell quickly and helplessly in love: with a motorcycle. Behind the handlebars, she felt alive and free—nimble enough to trace the narrowest paths, powerful enough to travel the longest of roads.

**Completely Updated in December/2016** This book is not about bad pilots. It is not about addicted pilots who have crashed planes or endangered the lives of their passengers. It is about the number of pilots, who have untreated addiction issues. Seldom do these addiction issues impact their skills at flying a plane, as there are few reports of impaired pilots actually flying planes. The pilots that this book addresses tend to be the ones who are out of control in their personal lives, and abuse alcohol or drugs to medicate stress, or to deal with loneliness, and other feelings which may be...

Algo novo entrou em nosso mundo de novembro de 2022 - a primeira IA de uso geral que poderia se passar por um ser humano e realizar o tipo de trabalho criativo e inovador que somente os humanos poderiam fazer anteriormente. O professor de Wharton, Ethan Mollick, entendeu imediatamente o que o ChatGPT fez: depois de milhões de anos sozinhos, os humanos desenvolveram um tipo de cointeligência que poderia aumentar, ou mesmo substituir, o pensamento humano.

Define the Problem: A Step-by-Step Approach to Defining Transport Challenges is a practical guide for early-career transport professionals facing the complexities of modern transport challenges. The book, part of the Smart Transport Strategy Guides series, aims to equip professionals with the critical skill of problem definition in the context of planning infrastructure, developing policy, and advising decision-makers. It emphasizes that in a world of increasing complexity and rising expectations, accurately defining transport problems is crucial. Key takeaways from the book include: ...

This is a Science-Technology-Engineering-Math (STEM) book. The first half of this book explains how GPS works in easy-to-understand language. The second half of this book explains how different industries use GPS: Search and Rescue, Railroads, Aircraft, Ships, etc. The book concludes with a set of quiz questions over the material. The book delves into technical details, such as number of satellites and their orbits, how distance to a satellite is calculated, etc., but does not overwhelm the reader with math or physics. It is appropriate for middle-school age student through adult.

Free Camping Directory for All 50 States: The Ultimate Guide to Free Campsites Across the U.S. RV, Tent, Hike-In, Parks, BLM Land, Boondocking & More! Do you love camping, RVing, or exploring the great outdoors but hate paying expensive campsite fees? What if you could camp for free in stunning U.S. locations without sacrificing comfort, security, or accessibility? This comprehensive, all-in-one directory is your go-to guide for finding the best FREE campsites in all 50 states, including Alaska and Hawaii! Whether you’re a full-time RVer, weekend warrior, budget traveler, or tent camper, ...

Dive into the dynamic world of Filtering and Signal Processing, the ultimate guide to mastering the tools and techniques essential for separating meaningful data from noise. This comprehensive eBook is your gateway to understanding the core principles and advanced applications that power modern data analysis. Begin with a solid foundation as you explore the importance of filtering in data analysis, and unravel the intricate dance of separating signal from noise. Progress through the essentials of digital signal processing, learning about the fascinating realm of discrete-time signals and ...

Conquer the ASE L3 Exam: Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Systems is part of the acclaimed Conquer the Exam series—a collection of streamlined vocational study guides designed for focused exam preparation. This concise guide helps technicians prepare for the ASE L3 certification by reinforcing essential knowledge about hybrid and electric vehicle diagnostics. Topics include high-voltage system safety, electric drivetrains, regenerative braking, inverters, isolation faults, and more. This is not a full-length textbook or test bank. Instead, it is a practical supplement that emphasizes core ...

Conquer the ASE L4: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) is a concise and practical resource tailored for technicians preparing for the ASE L4 certification. As part of the Conquer the Exam series—concise, focused guides for professionals preparing for vocational and certification exams—this book emphasizes core principles and real-world applications without overwhelming the reader with excessive detail. It is ideal for working professionals who need a streamlined overview to supplement more comprehensive textbooks or training programs. This guide walks readers through the ...

Public Procurement: Principles, Categories and Methods (2nd Edition) is a foundational guide for public procurement practitioners, policymakers, students, and project stakeholders seeking clear, practical, and principled instruction in procurement processes. Written by Jorge A. Lynch T.—a seasoned international procurement practitioner with nearly three decades of experience—this volume forms part of the Procurement ClassRoom Series, a learning initiative committed to bridging theory and practice in public and donor-funded procurement. Updated to reflect the latest global developments ...

This Mini Book will walk you through the fundamentals, principles and key concepts of Agile, Agile Project Management and Agile Delivery. After reading this book you will have a thorough understanding of Agile and how to put Agile into practice at work and in your personal projects. The book includes valuable resources, graphics and examples that will allow you to grasp the key essence of Agile, Agile rituals, Agile practices, Agile concepts and the key differences between Agile and traditional Project Management.

Passengers get bumped from flights. Phone menus disconnect. Automated financial trades produce market collapse. Of all the challenges in modern life, some of the most vexing come from our relationships with automation: a large system does us wrong, and there’s nothing we can do about it. The problem, economist Dan Davies shows, is accountability sinks: systems in which decisions are delegated to a complex rule book or set of standard procedures, making it impossible to identify the source of mistakes when they happen.

Includes detailed ghost encounters from various areas of the ship! The crown jewel of British shipbuilding, the RMS Queen Mary is indeed the unrivaled "Queen of the Seas." With her rich art deco design, the Queen Mary began her journey as a luxurious ocean liner. She then proved her worth and courage during World War II before coming to rest at Long Beach, California, and once again opening her decks to the public as a museum and hotel. But the Queen Mary's intrigue does not all lie in the past: Many ghosts and spirits now call the beautiful ship their home, forever ensuring that the Queen ...

Conquer the ASE L1: Advanced Engine Performance Diagnosis is a focused study guide designed for experienced technicians preparing to take the L1 certification exam. Rather than covering every detail in full textbook form, this concise resource concentrates on the core concepts and diagnostic thinking required to succeed in a modern engine performance testing environment. This guide provides essential explanations of advanced systems, including ignition, fuel, air intake, and emissions. You'll explore topics like scan tool data analysis, waveform interpretation, fuel trim strategies, and ...

This comprehensive audiobook is your ultimate companion for DMV exam success, designed specifically for California's latest requirements and testing formats.

Master electrical design with this comprehensive, visually driven guide to modern code-compliant systems. Electrical Design Illustrated is your go-to reference for understanding the layout, planning, and installation of electrical systems—supported by clear, detailed diagrams and practical explanations. Whether you're a student, apprentice, journeyman electrician, inspector, engineer, or instructor, this book brings complex code requirements to life through real-world illustrations. It covers essential topics including: Service entrance and panel wiring layouts Branch circuits and feeder ...

Indeed, there will never be another ship like the iconic RMS Queen Mary. A prodigy of the seas, she was constructed by the people, for the people, and proved her worth on the North Atlantic and beyond. In both war and peace, the Mary has carried people from all walks of life—and some of those people have come together to tell their stories in this amazing book. In RMS Queen Mary: Voices from Her Voyages, bestselling author and researcher Nicole Strickland has answered the clarion call by not only sharing the sailing stories, accounts, and memories of former Queen Mary crew, passengers, ...

This authoritative volume, Uranium and Its Isotopes, unpacks the powerful role uranium plays in modern nuclear energy systems. Blending theory with application, the book explains how uranium isotopes behave in reactors, how fuel is engineered and enriched, and how nuclear reaction rates are modeled and optimized for energy output. It explores the technological leap into next-generation energy systems—including SMRs—and delves into uranium’s integration with smart grids, energy storage systems, and sustainable energy infrastructures. Designed for professionals in the energy sector, ...

Born to reign upon the seas, the RMS Queen Mary is a testament to British shipbuilding. In both war and peace, her career has stood out more than any other ocean liner. In addition to all the work she’s accomplished for humanity, the Mary is also coveted as being one of the most haunted places on earth. Paranormal researcher and bestselling author Nicole Strickland has conducted both historical and paranormal research on the Queen Mary for many years. In this book, she delves deeply into the vessel’s spiritual phenomena, sharing her many encounters with its ghostly activity and resident...