Aviation Engines: Design—Construction—Operation and Repair

"Aviation Engines: Design—Construction—Operation and Repair" by Victor Wilfred Pagé is a technical manual crafted for those involved in the aviation field, aiming to guide students, mechanics, and engineers through the complexities of aircraft engines and their maintenance. It highlights the dawn of human flight as a monumental achievement, stressing the vital need for dependable, lightweight motors to conquer the unique challenges of air travel. The text explores the world of aeronautics, specifically looking at the practical elements of airplanes and their engines, mapping out the development of combustion engines and their central role in the advancement of flight, also categorizing the various kinds of motors suited for different aviation purposes.