Basic Repairs and Inspections

This the bible for tubular repairs, also good for general repair and inspection techniques.  Excellent sections on Hardware, Safety Locking and Control Cables

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Written by Safford Allen and published by the BGA this book contains some useful information on wood repair methods. A good general starter book but long overdue for an update

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Conversion charts and tables, thread pitches and tapping sizes, a must for all inspectors and engineers.

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"The Hard Stuff"  An introduction to the Inspection and Repair of Composite Gliders

This new book has been written by a professional repairer and covers the subject from the basics like Resin Systems, Fabrics and Tools, through Simple Repair Schemes to Single and Sandwich skin. Further chapters look at Jigging, Assessing Damage, Control Surfaces and more complex repairs. The book is full of sketches, photographs, tables and charts. Approx 110 A4 pages

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This book was originally written for the Kestrel and Vega gliders and as such covers many repairs specific to those models.

However much of the information is sound and applicable to all composite gliders.

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Composite Basics 6

Based on practical experience this book looks in some depth behind the use of composites in the construction of small aircraft. The book covers many design issues and includes a section on calculating design stress. On the whole a good book with lots of useful information

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Care and Repair of Advanced Composites

This book by Armstrong and Barrett is by far the best book I've ever read on aircraft composite structures and their repair. The authors have many years experience within the aircraft repair industry and cover the subject in great depth. Well worth reading.

Delivery from USA may take several weeks

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Covers all the latest techniques of composite construction and the applications for various composite materials in aircraft structures. (EA-358)

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This book contains a vast wealth of information not only on Vacuum Bagging but on a whole range of aspects connected with the manufacture of parts in GRP. Certainly one for the book shelf of anyone who wants to explore the possibilities of glass fibre in the manufacturing of parts.

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"The White Stuff"

A Guide to refinishing and repairing glider gel finishes

If you want to know how to refinish your glider or repair gel coat then this is the book for you. Written by a professional glider repairer it covers in easy to follow stages all the process you will need to understand.

Subjects covered include Types of gel failure. Local repairs, Taking off the old gel coat, Applying new gel, and Finishing. (24 pages in A4 format)

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Gel coat is one of those materials shrouded in mystery. This books opens the door on its formulations, application and modification.

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Fundamentals of Sailplane Design

This book, the definitive text on Sailplane Design and grew out of the authors work with the Akaflieg Braunschweig. This third edition draws on decades of experience, used minimal maths and places an emphasis on physical understanding and visualisation.

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Extensive and well illustrated manual. Wing theory is covered in detail as well as aerofoils, stability, controls, loading, structures, fatigue and safety factors.

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Lively and informative this book describes the structural elements in nature, technology and everyday life from a modern viewpoints. A classic text and well worth reading.

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EAA Excellent resource book covering all aspects of building using wood. Chapters include Moisture Content, Plywood Characteristics, Wood testing, Sawing, Joints, Glues, Laminating and bending.

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Part of the Aviation Technicians Training Series this book covers all aspects of the art of fabric covering aircraft and gliders. Chapters include Fabrics, tapes, cords and threads, rib stitching, shrinking and repairs.  (EA-ADF)

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Covers all aspects of aircraft sheet metal work, tools, fasteners, and layouts as well as repair schemes and techniques. A wealth of information for those who have to carry out repairs to "tin" gliders.

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This is a reprint of a basic training publication given to trainees in American Aircraft factories during 1942. It covers everything from basic hand tools through to Forming, Stamping and Hydraulic presses. Some lovely stuff and a real old fashion text book. Worth buying just for the pictures.

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Understanding and using Aircraft Tubing

This book is based on a collection of articles reprinted from EAA's experimenter magazine. It contains articles on basic design principles, truss stress analysis and basic welding and stress relief. A little dated but still an interesting read.

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