Rod Machados Private Pilot Handbook 3RD Edition

This is in my opinion the best textbook for private pilot. I just got a 93% on the PPL written. Rod goes into way more detail than say the Jeppesen books, which is great because even if you only retain some of it, you still have more than enough knowledge to be a safe pilot.

While the overall instruction was very helpful, the one line humor was distracting and time wasting. I think Ron is a very good instructor and able to easily make some very difficult material easy to grasp though I would hope the next edition doesnt have as much of his night club material.

I have wanted to fly since the age of 10. But I never really looked into how until this year. This book was recommended on a blog for pilots.

Getting ready for flying lessons.

I bought this for my son whompland to be a ground instructor. He loved all the details, learned a great deal, also loved the humor throughout.

One of the best books on the subject matter...great for written prep...thank you Mr Machado

I’m currently in Rod Machado’s class along with the book. I love it. Very easy to understand. The class is quite entertaining. If you don’t like the humor, maybe you’re not cut out for aviation. Lol.

Great book full of useful knowledge. The author’s style and goofy jokes helped me retain the information being communicated.

This is absolutely wonderful! The pictures and diagrams are clear and concise and very informative!!! Love reading this handbook!

Probably the best aviation training purchase I’ve made. Everything you need to know in one book presented very well.