
An introduction to the mechanics of flight, discussing the aerodynamic principles that underlie the flight of everything from birds to 747s, and using comparisons, anecdotes, and examples to explain concepts such as lift, drag, cruising speed, and fuel efficiency.
year: 1996, 2009, 1997
call number/section: 629.1, 629.13
subjects: aerodynamics, flight
Editions

Tennekes, H
MIT Press (1996)
Schools: 1

Tennekes, H
MIT Press (2009)
Presents a discussion of the aerodynamic principles involved in the flight of everything from insects to birds and aircraft, covering topics such as lift, drag, wing loading, cruising speed, and energy efficiency.
Schools: 2

Tennekes, H
MIT Press (1997)
An introduction to the mechanics of flight, discussing the aerodynamic principles that underlie the flight of everything from birds to 747s, and using comparisons, anecdotes, and examples to explain concepts such as lift, drag, cruising speed, and fuel efficiency.
Schools: 1