Author: Edgar A. Haine
Publisher: Associated University Presses
ISBN: 9780845347775
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
"This book sets forth in detail eighty-nine of the world's most serious (in terms of human lives lost) airplane disasters starting in 1927. The narrative coverage includes those events preceding a particular calamity, often the excruciating search for a missing plane, the sad task of body recovery, and the vital investigative efforts leading to a probable cause, lessons learned, and progressive measures required to prevent or minimize repeat occurrences."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Disaster in the Air
Author: Edgar A. Haine
Publisher: Associated University Presses
ISBN: 9780845347775
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
"This book sets forth in detail eighty-nine of the world's most serious (in terms of human lives lost) airplane disasters starting in 1927. The narrative coverage includes those events preceding a particular calamity, often the excruciating search for a missing plane, the sad task of body recovery, and the vital investigative efforts leading to a probable cause, lessons learned, and progressive measures required to prevent or minimize repeat occurrences."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Publisher: Associated University Presses
ISBN: 9780845347775
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 410
Book Description
"This book sets forth in detail eighty-nine of the world's most serious (in terms of human lives lost) airplane disasters starting in 1927. The narrative coverage includes those events preceding a particular calamity, often the excruciating search for a missing plane, the sad task of body recovery, and the vital investigative efforts leading to a probable cause, lessons learned, and progressive measures required to prevent or minimize repeat occurrences."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
World Disasters
Author: Keith Eastlake
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136742573
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
This fascinating book looks at some of the most horrifying and noteworthy disasters to have occurred around the world. More than 200 disasters involving aircraft, ships and trains as well as fires are analysed in detail, accompanied by 500 photographs. The entries, which are arranged chronologically, explain the background to each incident, the event itself, and the search for causes and culprits. The volume also contains a wide-ranging introduction, a bibliography, and a comprehensive index.
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136742573
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 401
Book Description
This fascinating book looks at some of the most horrifying and noteworthy disasters to have occurred around the world. More than 200 disasters involving aircraft, ships and trains as well as fires are analysed in detail, accompanied by 500 photographs. The entries, which are arranged chronologically, explain the background to each incident, the event itself, and the search for causes and culprits. The volume also contains a wide-ranging introduction, a bibliography, and a comprehensive index.
History of U.S. Aviation Disasters
Author: Rodney Stich
Publisher: Silverpeak Enterprises
ISBN: 0932438660
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 667
Book Description
History of forewarned and preventable aviation disasters that were caused or allowed to occur by politics, incompetence, and hard corruption. Authored by former federal airline safety inspector-investigator, airline captain, and Navy patrol plane commander. Further information at www.defraudingamerica.com.
Publisher: Silverpeak Enterprises
ISBN: 0932438660
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 667
Book Description
History of forewarned and preventable aviation disasters that were caused or allowed to occur by politics, incompetence, and hard corruption. Authored by former federal airline safety inspector-investigator, airline captain, and Navy patrol plane commander. Further information at www.defraudingamerica.com.
Air Disasters
Author: Roger Coote
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781568470832
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Highlights some of history's most notable air disasters including the explosion of the Hindenburg and the Challenger space shuttle.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781568470832
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
Highlights some of history's most notable air disasters including the explosion of the Hindenburg and the Challenger space shuttle.
Earth's Natural Hazards and Disasters
Author: Bethany D. Hinga
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119217717
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
Explores the science of natural events and what turns them into disasters for human populations Natural hazards are present in every part of planet Earth. Sometimes a natural event – such as extreme weather, a volcanic eruption, earthquake or disease outbreak – turns into a disaster for humans, the environment, and the economy. Earth’s Natural Hazards and Disasters is a textbook for undergraduates that challenges students to think critically about disasters. It explains the science behind natural events and explores how to understand risk and prepare for disasters. Volume highlights include: Covers hazards in the geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere Explains the science of hazards in accessible terms Detailed case studies of specific disasters for each type of natural event Explores data-based risk mitigation strategies Discusses the roles of scientists, public officials, and the general public in hazard management Learning objectives and questions for discussion in each chapter The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119217717
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
Explores the science of natural events and what turns them into disasters for human populations Natural hazards are present in every part of planet Earth. Sometimes a natural event – such as extreme weather, a volcanic eruption, earthquake or disease outbreak – turns into a disaster for humans, the environment, and the economy. Earth’s Natural Hazards and Disasters is a textbook for undergraduates that challenges students to think critically about disasters. It explains the science behind natural events and explores how to understand risk and prepare for disasters. Volume highlights include: Covers hazards in the geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere Explains the science of hazards in accessible terms Detailed case studies of specific disasters for each type of natural event Explores data-based risk mitigation strategies Discusses the roles of scientists, public officials, and the general public in hazard management Learning objectives and questions for discussion in each chapter The American Geophysical Union promotes discovery in Earth and space science for the benefit of humanity. Its publications disseminate scientific knowledge and provide resources for researchers, students, and professionals.
World Atlas of Atmospheric Pollution
Author: Ranjeet S. Sokhi
Publisher: Anthem Press
ISBN: 085728844X
Category : Air
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Provides a revealing global overview of air pollution and its startling impact through graphical and visual representation of data.
Publisher: Anthem Press
ISBN: 085728844X
Category : Air
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Provides a revealing global overview of air pollution and its startling impact through graphical and visual representation of data.
Encyclopedia of Disaster Relief
Author: K. Bradley Penuel
Publisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 1452266395
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 985
Book Description
This encyclopedia covers response to disasters around the world, from governments to NGOs, from charities to politics, from refugees to health, and from economics to international relations, covering issues in both historical and contemporary context. The volumes include information relevant to students of sociology, national security, economics, health sciences, political science, emergency preparedness, history, agriculture, and many other subjects. The goal is to help readers appreciate the importance of the effects, responsibilities, and ethics of disaster relief, and to initiate educational discussion brought forth by the specific cultural, scientific, and topical articles contained within the work. Including 425 signed entries in a two-volume set presented in A-to-Z format, and drawing contributors from varied academic disciplines, this encyclopedia also features a preface by Thomas H. Kean and Lee H. Hamilton of the 9/11 Commission. This reference resource examines disaster response and relief in a manner that is authoritative yet accessible, jargon-free, and balanced to help readers better understand issues from varied perspectives. Key Themes - Geography - Government and International Agencies - History - Human-induced Disasters - Infrastructure - Local Response - Major Disasters (Relief Case Studies) - Medicine and Psychology - Methods and Practices - Mitigation - Natural Disasters (Overviews) - Politics and Funding - Preparedness - Recovery - Response - Science and Prediction - Sociology - U.S. Geographical Response
Publisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 1452266395
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 985
Book Description
This encyclopedia covers response to disasters around the world, from governments to NGOs, from charities to politics, from refugees to health, and from economics to international relations, covering issues in both historical and contemporary context. The volumes include information relevant to students of sociology, national security, economics, health sciences, political science, emergency preparedness, history, agriculture, and many other subjects. The goal is to help readers appreciate the importance of the effects, responsibilities, and ethics of disaster relief, and to initiate educational discussion brought forth by the specific cultural, scientific, and topical articles contained within the work. Including 425 signed entries in a two-volume set presented in A-to-Z format, and drawing contributors from varied academic disciplines, this encyclopedia also features a preface by Thomas H. Kean and Lee H. Hamilton of the 9/11 Commission. This reference resource examines disaster response and relief in a manner that is authoritative yet accessible, jargon-free, and balanced to help readers better understand issues from varied perspectives. Key Themes - Geography - Government and International Agencies - History - Human-induced Disasters - Infrastructure - Local Response - Major Disasters (Relief Case Studies) - Medicine and Psychology - Methods and Practices - Mitigation - Natural Disasters (Overviews) - Politics and Funding - Preparedness - Recovery - Response - Science and Prediction - Sociology - U.S. Geographical Response
Investigation of Dirigible Disasters
Author: United States. Congress. Investigate Dirigible Disasters Joint Committee
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 980
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 980
Book Description
The National Transportation Safety Board's Most Wanted Aviation Safety Improvements
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Subcommittee on Aviation
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : House & Home
Languages : en
Pages : 184
Book Description
The Particulate Air Pollution Controversy
Author: Robert F. Phalen
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1402072252
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
This concise book presents the relevant scientific data, historical developments, unsolved problems, and new research opportunities related to particulate air pollution and human health. Included are chapters on the nature of particulate air pollution, fates and toxicity of inhaled particles, evidence of harmful effects of air pollution, events that led to the current controversy, interpretation of modern epidemiology studies, needed research, challenges to commonly accepted ideas about pollutants and health, and recommendations for scientists, regulators, legislators, the public and industry.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1402072252
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
This concise book presents the relevant scientific data, historical developments, unsolved problems, and new research opportunities related to particulate air pollution and human health. Included are chapters on the nature of particulate air pollution, fates and toxicity of inhaled particles, evidence of harmful effects of air pollution, events that led to the current controversy, interpretation of modern epidemiology studies, needed research, challenges to commonly accepted ideas about pollutants and health, and recommendations for scientists, regulators, legislators, the public and industry.