Captain Mike Ray has spent well over a quarter of a century strapped to his favorite chair; the pilot's seat. During this time, he met and watched as his fellow aviators said and did some entertaining and humorous things. Enter the zany and whacky world of Captain Mike as he draws his characters and gives them the power to entertain us with their actions.

This paperback Black and White version of Captain Mike Ray's book on training to fly the 737NG is a great bargain. You get all the same information that is in the pricier color version ... and the same graphic and text that makes the volume such a popular item for both professional airline pilots as well as Flight Simmers. So get a copy ... and learn to fly the 737NG like the pros do.

Is there any aviation or flight simulation enthusiast among us who does not love to immerse themselves in a book about flying? Here is a unique targeted and interestingly delicious collection of illustrations and images accompanied with a text like no other book about airplanes. The collection of fascinating details about airplanes and flying was put together by Captain Mike Ray ... who (obviously) loves airplanes.

If you are either an Airbus-driver or a serious flight simmer, this collection of information is something that should pique your interest. Learning to understand and operate one of the world's most complex machines is a tall request from a simple book like this ... and Captain Mike Ray is up to the task. His treatment of the airplane systems and operational techniques is written in an interesting and entertaining way ... and makes learning the difficult and complex ... well, almost easy. This over 400 page document is lavishly illustrated in full color to take advantage of the increased learning potential in the use of color. There can be no doubt that the Airbus A320 is a color driven systems airplane and this book attempts to take full advantage of the use of color in describing and illustrating the operations of the airplane systems and controls. Whatever price penalty is incurred in the purchasing of this color volume is well worth the investment in increased learning potential.

The essential source for the beginning flight simulation enthusiast. This is THE manual about flying the Boeing flight simulators that is specifically written to introduce beginning flight simmers to the procedures and techniques necessary to make the Boeing 7X7 series simulator airliners operate. While the text specifically addresses operations using highly accurate add-on airliners in the Microsoft MSFS-2004 and MSFX environment, the information presented is applicable to any flight simulation program using a Boeing airplane. A MUST HAVE for the first time Newbie Flight simmer.

737NG Training Syllabus is the descriptive title for this beautifully illustrated 383 plus page document. The highly detailed, full color book is virtually crammed with original graphics and thousands of words of descriptive text that will provide a complete training syllabus for persons wishing to learn to operate the 737NG jet airliner. While intended specifically for the Flight Simulation market, professional airline pilots will find the information useful and informative. This is a guide intended to teach "simmers" how to fly the jet the way "the Pros do."

Jack loves flying his P-51; but he loves Maggie more. Join Jack and Maggie as they combine forces in engaging the enemy in mortal combat over the skies of Europe in world war two. Meet Hans, who has dreams of becoming the next Red baron and earning his own Blue max. Destiny places them together in the mortal combat over France in a high altitude encounter from which only one victor will emerge. The resulting conclusion is unexpected and will surprise you.

"Airplane Stuff" is a totally unique collection of aviation and flight related material that will be a fascinating and often read addition to any airplane lover's library. The full color, lavishly illustrated document is crammed from margin to margin with technical information and supporting graphics that reflect the unusual and entertaining writing style of Captain Mike Ray, long time military/airline pilot. While this collection is specifically written with the non-professional enthusiast and home based flight simulator hobbyist as a backdrop, it has broad appeal for any person who is fascinated with things associated with the flight paradigm and flying in general. Get ready for a visual feast and join with Captain Mike as he shares a whole lotta obscure and interesting airplane stuff.

A charming collection of innocent wonder. It is a book you will want to read to your children and one that you will read for your own pleasure.

Flying the Boeing 757/767 simulator during the check-ride can be an airline pilot's worse nightmare; and Captain Mike Ray knows what would make the check-ride go much smoother and actually give you the information to create the impression that you know what you are doing. 404 pages of technical information and procedures. It is all illustrated with the lavish use of graphics and applicable artwork. The text is written in a manner that lends a touch of humor and yet makes the information seem simple and easy to remember. So come along as Captain Mike tells us how to fly the Boeing 757/767 from cold-dark start to final secure checklist.

Created for the professional Boeing 737 (300-500 series) airline pilot, this pilot handbook is actually a condensed training manual and is designed to assist the pilot candidate in preparation for the simulator check-ride. Written in a style that is both interesting and informative; it is filled with graphics and easy to understand descriptive text. While the material in it is specifically directed at the professional airline pilot; it has proven to also very be very popular with flight simmers and other interested aviation aficionados.

This is a 400 page 6 X 9 inch Black and White paperback version of Captain Mike Ray's "Unofficial Airbus 320 Series manual." This document is presented as a less expensive version of that document. And while it incorporates all of the features and information, it is lacks the beautiful color and lay-flat characteristics of the original document.