Rod’s IFR Pilot's Handbook Hack 2.6 + Redeem Codes
Developer: Rod Machado
Category: Books
Price: $49.99 (Download for free)
Version: 2.6
ID: com.rodmachado.ifr-handbook
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Rod Machado’s Instrument Pilot’s Handbook – Second Edition, 626 full color pages
Rod Machado's Instrument Pilot's Handbook is a teaching tour de force that takes pilots through the complex world of instrument flying.
Long known for his unique ability to transform difficult concepts into simple-yet-complete explanations, Machado takes both new and experienced IFR pilots on a guided tour of instrument flying, from the basics through subtleties that even many professional pilots will find useful. He turns complexity into curiosity. Nearly 1,000 illustrations shine further light on the topic at hand.
From how the basic aircraft instruments really work through what's inside a thunderstorm and how a GPS approach works, Machado teaches IFR pilots not just the minimum needed to pass the instrument pilot written exam, but every aspect of IFR flying. This up-to-date text covers the latest information on GPS, glass cockpits, data uplinks, computer-based resources, and other new (and future) technologies and techniques. It is also a rich source of practical information about how real pilots really fly IFR. Readers learn how to gauge the thunderstorm potential of a cumulus cloud by estimating the rainfall rate, scan their instruments in a way that provides maximum performance with minimum effort, and keep the needle centered during an ILS or LPV approach by using the sky pointer on the attitude indicator.
There's flying by the book, and then there's flying by THIS book. Rod Machado's Instrument Pilot's Handbook is fun, thorough, and the next best thing to having Rod Machado sit by a pilot's side and talk him through each topic. Once again, Machado proves that you can have fun while learning what you need to know in order to fly safely.
As a comprehensive information source book, these pages include:
-Simplification of the FAA’s instrument scan concepts and an easy-to-use, cockpit-practical instrument scan technique
-Latest information on aviation decision making for instrument pilots
-Detailed understanding of analog and glass (PFD) flight instruments
-Detailed procedures for planning an IFR cross-country flight
-Easy to apply navigation methods for VOR, GPS, ADF and for flying approaches to LPV, LNAV, LNAV/VNAV minimums
-Clear, down-to-earth explanations of pertinent FARs, including instrument currency, lost comm, alternate requirements, etc.
-Step-by-step explanation of how instrument approach charts are constructed, including MDAs, DAs, procedure turns, etc.
-Practical understanding of the IFR system, GPS procedures, icing and thunderstorm avoidance, NEXRAD, RADAR, etc.
Rod Machado's Instrument Pilot's Handbook is a teaching tour de force that takes pilots through the complex world of instrument flying.
Long known for his unique ability to transform difficult concepts into simple-yet-complete explanations, Machado takes both new and experienced IFR pilots on a guided tour of instrument flying, from the basics through subtleties that even many professional pilots will find useful. He turns complexity into curiosity. Nearly 1,000 illustrations shine further light on the topic at hand.
From how the basic aircraft instruments really work through what's inside a thunderstorm and how a GPS approach works, Machado teaches IFR pilots not just the minimum needed to pass the instrument pilot written exam, but every aspect of IFR flying. This up-to-date text covers the latest information on GPS, glass cockpits, data uplinks, computer-based resources, and other new (and future) technologies and techniques. It is also a rich source of practical information about how real pilots really fly IFR. Readers learn how to gauge the thunderstorm potential of a cumulus cloud by estimating the rainfall rate, scan their instruments in a way that provides maximum performance with minimum effort, and keep the needle centered during an ILS or LPV approach by using the sky pointer on the attitude indicator.
There's flying by the book, and then there's flying by THIS book. Rod Machado's Instrument Pilot's Handbook is fun, thorough, and the next best thing to having Rod Machado sit by a pilot's side and talk him through each topic. Once again, Machado proves that you can have fun while learning what you need to know in order to fly safely.
As a comprehensive information source book, these pages include:
-Simplification of the FAA’s instrument scan concepts and an easy-to-use, cockpit-practical instrument scan technique
-Latest information on aviation decision making for instrument pilots
-Detailed understanding of analog and glass (PFD) flight instruments
-Detailed procedures for planning an IFR cross-country flight
-Easy to apply navigation methods for VOR, GPS, ADF and for flying approaches to LPV, LNAV, LNAV/VNAV minimums
-Clear, down-to-earth explanations of pertinent FARs, including instrument currency, lost comm, alternate requirements, etc.
-Step-by-step explanation of how instrument approach charts are constructed, including MDAs, DAs, procedure turns, etc.
-Practical understanding of the IFR system, GPS procedures, icing and thunderstorm avoidance, NEXRAD, RADAR, etc.
Version history
2.6
2023-07-18
Performance Improvements and Bug fixes.
2.5
2023-06-29
Performance Improvement and Fixed stability issues.
2.4
2023-01-20
Course Change
2.3
2020-04-22
In this update, I’ve added information or updates on the following items:
- ICAO flight plan form and how to file this flight plan with the AFSS.
- Standard and non-standard takeoff minimums.
- Visual Climb Over the Airport (VCOA).
- NOTAM Info (Pointer, SAA, Military).
- Graphical Forecasts for Aviation (GFAs).
- Performance Based Navigation (PBN and RNP).
- Instrument currency requirements.
- Use of ATDs and BATDs in training.
- General updates to keep eBook current beyond 2020
- ICAO flight plan form and how to file this flight plan with the AFSS.
- Standard and non-standard takeoff minimums.
- Visual Climb Over the Airport (VCOA).
- NOTAM Info (Pointer, SAA, Military).
- Graphical Forecasts for Aviation (GFAs).
- Performance Based Navigation (PBN and RNP).
- Instrument currency requirements.
- Use of ATDs and BATDs in training.
- General updates to keep eBook current beyond 2020
2.2
2018-07-02
Latest version of second edition.
2.1
2017-10-13
iOS11 support.
2.0
2017-06-19
App updated to meet current IOS requirements and to reflect current aviation knowledge as of June, 2017.
1.5
2014-07-04
This app version includes the update of general information as well as the addition of highlighting and erasing.
1.4
2014-07-02
This app version includes the update of general information as well as the addition of highlighting and erasing.
1.3
2012-12-13
✈ All LORAN references removed
✈ Additional info added on GPS approaches – Page 5-47
✈ Updated instrument currency information – Page 8-5
✈ Takeoff and landing clearance info update – page 8-18
✈ NTSB info update – Page 8-41, 42
✈ Winds aloft info changed – Page 10-21
✈ Convective SIGMET info updated – Page 10-38
✈ Obstacle departure procedure update – Page 14-8
✈ NOTAM info updated – Page 16-27
✈ Many numerous “small” changes made to book
✈ Additional info added on GPS approaches – Page 5-47
✈ Updated instrument currency information – Page 8-5
✈ Takeoff and landing clearance info update – page 8-18
✈ NTSB info update – Page 8-41, 42
✈ Winds aloft info changed – Page 10-21
✈ Convective SIGMET info updated – Page 10-38
✈ Obstacle departure procedure update – Page 14-8
✈ NOTAM info updated – Page 16-27
✈ Many numerous “small” changes made to book
1.2
2011-09-28
✈ Updated GPS information
✈ Removed LORAN information
✈ Updated weather theory pictures
✈ General graphic upgrades
✈ Removed LORAN information
✈ Updated weather theory pictures
✈ General graphic upgrades
1.1
2011-08-10
1. Simulation and instrument currency info added/updated - Page 8-5.
2. Convective SIGMET information updated - Page 10-38.
3. Obstacle departure information updated - Page 14-8.
4. WAAS-GPS sensitivity scale info added - Page 14-14.
5. Low altitude enroute chart pictures updated - Chapter 15.
6. NOTAM abbreviations updated - Page 16-17.
7. Runway Status Light System info added - Page 17-28.
8. Glossary updated.
9. General updating of info in all chapters, too.
2. Convective SIGMET information updated - Page 10-38.
3. Obstacle departure information updated - Page 14-8.
4. WAAS-GPS sensitivity scale info added - Page 14-14.
5. Low altitude enroute chart pictures updated - Chapter 15.
6. NOTAM abbreviations updated - Page 16-17.
7. Runway Status Light System info added - Page 17-28.
8. Glossary updated.
9. General updating of info in all chapters, too.
1
2010-11-05
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Ratings
4 out of 5
5 Ratings
Reviews
FreightDog77,
Great Book!
However, the only problem have with this is that I cannot highlight and annotate.
JCH84,
Fantastic Book, unparalleled explanations, but unable to highlight and annotate
Fantastic Book, unparalleled explanations, but unable to highlight and annotate. That's the only downside.
Chip light76,
Good job
Glad I have the chance to keep this book on my phone for anytime studying. After reading several IFR handbooks, I find this one to be the easiest most straight forward, "this is how it actually happens" books to read on the subject. My only prob with it, as has been mentioned before, is that the book is just a miniature version of the actual book, and with the way he has wrapped so much of the writing around graphics, it makes it very difficult to read on an iPhone. I only suggest that the content gets squared up so that you can zoom and scroll down a column instead having to chase the writing all over the page. Other than that, I definitely would recommend this book as a first read on IFR and then read the the FAA books. It will make the FAA books make much more sense when you get to them.
KMH2002,
Highly Recommended for new IFR students and old pros alike!
OK, first of all I just have to say that Rod Machado is one of my favorite personalities in aviation. If you ever get a chance to hear him speak, don't pass it up! Now on to the review. One of the most daunting tasks for new new (and old) pilots is organizing the seemingly endless sources of information from a multitude of publications. It is always nice to have one "go to" book to begin researching a specific topic (such as flying IFR). That is what I enjoy about Machados books. While the Instrument Pilots Handbook is not the only reference you will need as an instrument student, it does a wonderful job of laying MOST of the information out in a clear, easy to read, humorous book. How many of you have actually sat down and read the FAA Instrument Procedures Handbook? Be honest… It serves a purpose as a reference and source for information but it is not something most people will simply sit and read for entertainment! It also doesn't guide the instrument student through the ENTIRE process of earning an instrument rating like Machados book does so well. Machados Instrument Pilot Handbook is also a very ENJOYABLE book to read! I highly recommend this book to all instrument pilots and students!
Gene Croxton,
Unsurpassed content, painless update
This Instrument Pilot's Handbook is the same superb work as it's paper version, only now in e-book form, which offers many advantages. It's cheaper (once you have bought your iPad or similar device), much more portable than the 600+ page paper version, much easier to read in a poorly lit environment, and has it's own built-in magnifying device (the swipe move).
Most importantly, you will get free updates as they become available. While updates for the paper versions are posted on Rod's website, it is much less time-consuming (and neater) to just download the latest version, which I just did.
A prior review claimed the display is portrait only. This is not the case on the iPad, which provides both portrait and landscape views. The same reviewer lamented the lack of hot links, movies, or animation. My take is that these features are secondary to the content, and their absence does not diminish the value of this extraordinarily comprehensive, well written, and beautifully illustrated book
Most importantly, you will get free updates as they become available. While updates for the paper versions are posted on Rod's website, it is much less time-consuming (and neater) to just download the latest version, which I just did.
A prior review claimed the display is portrait only. This is not the case on the iPad, which provides both portrait and landscape views. The same reviewer lamented the lack of hot links, movies, or animation. My take is that these features are secondary to the content, and their absence does not diminish the value of this extraordinarily comprehensive, well written, and beautifully illustrated book
Djohnson9109,
Great tool all around
From reading Rod's materials, I have found that he has a good sense of humor in his writing. He is able to bring sometimes dull material to life with words. Rod is also able to take complex things that are hard to understand in the FAA terms, and write them in simple English allowing the student to better understand the material. Its great for reference while in the cockpit.
The app is very nicely laid out so finding things is a breeze. You can search by chapter, page number, or by searching for keywords. The app allows you to bookmark some of your favorite pages for easy viewing.
The only reason I do not give this five stars is because the app has such high resolution images, its very "jumpy" when switching pages. Its not a nice, clean swipe from page to page, especially when going from the front cover.
Thanks Rod for the great reference tool!!
The app is very nicely laid out so finding things is a breeze. You can search by chapter, page number, or by searching for keywords. The app allows you to bookmark some of your favorite pages for easy viewing.
The only reason I do not give this five stars is because the app has such high resolution images, its very "jumpy" when switching pages. Its not a nice, clean swipe from page to page, especially when going from the front cover.
Thanks Rod for the great reference tool!!
rnutt4u,
An wonderful resource to use alongside your flight planning software!
I used Rod's app as my primary study guide while studying for my instrument written exam and scored 100%!!!! I now use the app on my iPad as a reference guide when I am looking at planning a trip somewhere I have not been to before. The App is loaded full of extra helpful tidbits that highlight important things you should know as an instrument pilot. If you are like me and hate looking at FAA manuals written in a black/white boring manner than Rod's book/app will bring a smile to your face. It is written in a colorful manner that brings home the point to many hard to understand topics. Thanks Rod for making this available on my iPad!!
Learfxr,
Good stuff
I bought Rod's Private Pilot book before I started taking lessons. He covers all the info you need and in a way that doesn't require a law degree to understand it. I downloaded the Instrument book the other day so I can get a jump start on my inst rating. I'm a few chapters into the material and like what I've seen. I plan to read this book and then start reading test prep software to get ready for writtens.
Cammmmmmmmie,
The best reference out there
I have taught hundreds of instrument students over the years, and I always recommend this text to my clients. Rod has a wonderful style of communicating; the books are easy to read, and he does a great job of keeping them up-to-date. You will find that he has packed a ton of great info into the pages. I use it regularly as a reference in my teaching.
RippleMaker,
Why not just sell the book?
First, this is almost pointless on an iPhone as it is too small to read. Second, while it could look nice on an iPad you cannot view it in portorat format so you are constently scrolling in order to read each page. In the end why have an app in order to view a book? Why not just sell this as a book in the iTunes book store?
