Rod Machado's Instrument Pilot's Survival Manual Third Edition
This unique book contains a wealth of interesting and exciting information on instrument flying. Rod's 27 years of flying experience makes this an important resource.            Here's Some of What's Inside:            Scanning, Ice & Thunderstorm Avoidance, Jep & NACO (Government) Chart Usage, Pro thinking Skills, IFR Departure Skills, Cockpit Management GPS Chart Construction, Flying GPS approaches & Much More.        This book is unlike any other book on instrument flying you have encountered. It's based on Rod's popular IFR refresher course and contains answers to questions that concern the neophyte and the professional instrument pilot. Questions like:            How do you know if a cloud contains a thunderstorm?    How can you use Center & ASR-9 radar to avoid ice and convective activity?    Is there a good way to estimate visibility while at DH or MDA?    Can I increase the efficiency of my scan and reduce my cockpit workload?    How do I interpret and use all those symbols on approach charts?    How do I interpret GPS approach charts?    How do I fly GPS approaches?    And much, much more        Illustrated with humorous drawings and containing some of the most spectacular reports of pilots gripped by the problems of instrument flight, it's sure to educate and entertain you. Written in a humorous style this 424 page (50 pages in color) book will prepare you to be a more educated and proficient pilot. Excellent for any IFR student, experienced professional pilot or as an IFR refresher.