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Paul E. Illman & Jay Pouzar
Softcover
240 pages
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The Pilot’s Radio Communications Handbook (2nd Edition)
$36.00
A Volume in McGraw-Hill's Practical Flying Series of skill-building books for pilots, this edition includes the most current information and continuing education instruction needed to become proficient in the area of radio communications. Everything from the fundamentals to the technical how-tos have make this a valued reference for pilots, year after year.
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