This publication also provides readers with details of other related requirements attached to air travel. An overview of the whole subject area of flight reservation and ticketing is illustrated herein. Detailed glossary, bibliography and index are provided to make this publication more users friendly and contemporary. This publication aims to go a long way in addressing the aforementioned issues in a highly methodical way. It will prove itself useful for both aviation industry and people at large. The publication is highly informative and suggestive in nature.

By Vivek Tiwari

This publication entitled "Encyclopaedia of Flight Officer, Air Hostess and Flight Steward" is a kind of introductory textbook on the subject. The subject areas of flight officer, air hostess and flight steward are covered in totality. An introductory overview of aviation history is given. Besides, a historical perspective on the same is provided in great detail. An overview of personnel, equipments, processes and safety involved in flight operations has been presented. Roles and responsibilities of flight officers, pilots and aviators are highlighted. The publication also focuses on flight attendants. The passenger safety issues and flight safety mechanisms have been described in brief. The flight instructors, flight training, pilot certification, licensing and related agencies and associations have been discussed with focus on their significant elements and dimensions. An analysis of select flights and jets has been done and case studies of select airlines are presented in a profound way. This publication also provides readers with details of aircraft engine controls, indications and alert systems. An overview of civil aviation organizations and authorities is illustrated herein. Detailed glossary, bibliography and index are provided to make this publication more users friendly and contemporary. This publication aims to go a long way in addressing the aforementioned issues in a highly methodical way.