The Next Hour: The most important hour in your logbook

by Richard L. Collins

“Pilots don’t crash airplanes because they want to,” says Collins, but even experienced pilots do. The best way to stay out of an accident report, he suggests, is to understand and manage the risks inherent in flying—every time you get in an airplane. In this completely new book, Collins shares some personal insights learned from his lifetime of flying in general aviation airplanes.You’ll • The three word emergency checklist every pilot should know• Why a pilot’s thought processes matter more than his experience• Why Collins decided to stop flying as pilot in command—on his own terms• The unique challenges (and rewards) of night flying• Why some airplane types have poor accident records• How to manage technology in the cockpit, and when it’s doing more harm than goodThroughout, Collins uses real life examples from his vast experience to illustrate each point. This book is a must-have for any pilot who wants to make their next hour a safer one.

Genres: Aviation, Nonfiction

182 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[C. J. Pappas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for pilots and Wannabees

Collins writing is like your favorite uncle sharing stories with you. He writes in a way that makes it like he is speaking to you so that his words sink in. He is topical, educational, interesting ,and as a result, something happens to improve your aviation knowledge and desire to fly

[divsmath · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not for the layman, but possibly too elementary for commercial pilots. Richard Collins writes with the wisdom of experience, and his illustrative anecdotes actually work really well as teaching aids. A+ reality check for general aviation pilots.

[Scott Humphries · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a short and sweet review of Collins' personal flying anecdotes and his thoughtful analysis of accident reports from over the years. There's a lot of good advice in here for pilots, both new and experienced.

[Petri Launiainen · Rating 5 out of 5]

In aviation you are just as good as your performance in the next hour is. Your experience helps, but the fate has a way of throwing a spanner in the works at the most unexpected times.

This book tells you how to remain aware of your limitations and stay on top of the situation.

[Rafa oreamuno · Rating 5 out of 5]

LECTURA OBLIGATORIA PARA LOS PILOTOS DE AVIACIÓN GENERAL

De lectura obligatoria para todos lo pilotos privados. Los mejores análisis de accidentes , realmente se aprenden de ellos.
Libro entretenido y fácil de leer.
Gracias .

[Flex Air Flight School · Rating 5 out of 5]

Author and aviator Collins shares his personal experience in the hopes that pilots of all experience levels and abilities will be able to learn how to navigate through the inherent risks that are associated with flying small planes.

[Walter Sofronoff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent

This book Could very well save your life. Full of wisdom. Well written. I I’ll now re-read it and take notes.

[Nirho · Rating 5 out of 5]

great read for aviation lovers

As a rather new pilot I learned a lot and got motivated to keep on with my own aviation journey

[Gustavo · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book about managing the risks of flying. If you´ve read Flying Magazine for the past 20 years, you are probably familiar with Richard Collins approach to aviation safety.

[Fiid · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very readable and interesting book on aviation safety. Talks in very practical terMs about how you can be a better pilot. Good read.

[Tim · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent and detailed study of risk management for pilots.