Being able to easily perform math calculations in your head is a skill that every pilot strives for. If (like many!) you struggle a bit with this process, or, if you are simply looking for a way to improve your math skills in the cockpit, then Mental Math for Pilots is a must read!
Whether you are gearing up for that coveted pilot interview, preparing for a checkride or proficiency check, or looking to improve your abilities in inflight calculations author Ron McElroy numerous and invaluable tips and tricks will help you shine in your interview and in the cockpit!
Wayne Phillips (Aviation Author, FAA Designated Examiner, AOPA Air Safety Presenter, and Captain for United Express) says about Mental Math for Pilots:
In this era of EFIS, FMC, GPS, and "fly by wire" aircraft, the most important cockpit 'computer' is still the mind of the pilot. Mental Math revs up the brainpower to quickly process not only those pesky math questions asked during airline interviews, but expands the mental hard drive to handle a wide range of practical number problems in flight. Learn RonÕs techniques and you just might be able to leave the calculate mode in permanent off!
