Hard Landing Meaning

Does That Mean I Fail?

Does That Mean I Fail?: A Humorous Look at Pilot Checkrides by Brooks Black As collection of humorous first-hand accounts of pilot check-rides, Does That Mean I Fail? is geared towards both pilots and non-pilots. After years of Designated Pilot Examiners (DPEs) thinking and saying, "Nobody would believe this," and, "Somebody should write a book," Brooks Black finally has. Does That Mean I Fail? is the result of nearly 100 check-rides and the author's own personal experiences. Combined, they allow for new and unique insight into the exciting world behind flight. Brook Black's writing reads with a good dose of humor and information. It is at once highly detailed and exciting. Does That Mean I Fail? is sure to both entertain and enlighten. About the Author Born and raised in Toledo, Ohio in 1943, Brooks Black went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Toledo. He began flying in 1967 and is a pilot, flight and ground instructor, aircraft mechanic and Designated Pilot Examiner. He also received certification as an Aircraft Accident Investigator from the University of Southern California. The stories from Does That Mean I Fail? result from his DPE career. He is also a USCG captain, certified to operate up to a 100-ton vessel and has roughly 17,000 flight hours. He is married with one daughter. He and his wife, Lena, enjoy cruise ship travel, and they own a SeaRay 34 Express. Brooks Black also enjoys model railroads and once served as president of the Palm Beach Model Railroad Club. His family also includes the love of four Maltese, two of which were bred and raised in their home.

English as it is Broken

Accounting Essentials: Concepts, Terms and Meaning

Accounting, as a subject of study, is an engaging course, all pervading and directly or indirectly impacts on virtually all we do, both in business and our private lives. It is a living subject as it continues to grow, develop and expand in scope and depth with the evolution of businesses and societies. Several terms are used to define, describe and convey the meanings of what the Accountant proposes to portray in the financial presentations. While some terms readily lend themselves to easy interpretation, appreciation and usage, some are much more difficult to understand by the casual reader and even by the student of accountancy in his or her early stages of apprenticeship. This compendium contains a compilation of some selected accounting related concepts, terms and topics (picked at no particular order), together with their meaning as intended by the Accountant. It also includes some Economics and Finance terms. They were put together in this format in an attempt to assist the readers comprehension of the accounting terminologies as commonly used by the practitioners. The work is not intended to be a stand alone exposition and exhaustive, but as an adjunct of the main texts on the various topics covered. As a reference book, it is proposed to provide a handy companionship to the student of accountancy, finance, economics and anyone who wishes to learn and appreciate the contents of published financial statements and the invaluable presentations of the Accountants. Access to the Accounting Standards and the Guidelines as listed toward the last pages of the book could provide a useful tool in the hands of a strong admirer as well as the practitioner of the subject of accountancy.