Ebook {Epub PDF} Glidepath by Arthur C. Clarke

Glide Path is a novel by Arthur C. Clarke, published in Clarke's only non-science fiction novel, it is set during World War II, and tells a fictionalized version of the development of the radar-based ground-controlled approach (called "ground-controlled descent" in the novel) aircraft landing system. It is based on Clarke's own wartime service with the Royal Air Force, during which he worked on the GCA project. During World War II, as an RAF officer, Arthur C. Clarke was in charge of the first radar 'talk-down' equipment, the Ground Controlled Approach, during its experimental trials. His novel GLIDE PATH is based on this work. Science Fiction Fiction War Historical Fiction. pages, Paperback/5(). Glide Path (Arthur C. Clarke Collection) is a story of the maturation of two "characters" during WWII in England. The human story is that of Flying Officer Alan Bishop, a talented Royal Air Force radar technician who's main assignment is to nurse the Mark I GCA (Ground Controlled Approach, or GCD in UK parlance) through its infancy to its first-generation demise and its rebirth as a mass-produced, key /5(60).

Glidepath by Arthur C. Clarke Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Synopsis During World War II, as an RAF officer, Arthur C. Clarke was in charge of the first radar 'talk-down' equipment, the Ground Controlled Approach, during its experimental trials. His novel GLIDE PATH is based on this work. --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition. This category is for images of book covers for works by British science fiction writer Arthur C. Clarke. Media in category "Arthur C. Clarke book cover images" The following 51 files are in this category, out of 51 total.

Glide Path is a novel by Arthur C. Clarke, published in Clarke's only non- science fiction novel, it is set during World War II and tells a fictionalized version of the development of the radar -based ground-controlled approach (called "ground-controlled descent" in the novel) aircraft landing system, and includes a character modeled on Luis Alvarez, who developed this system. Find many great new used options and get the best deals for Glidepath by Arthur C. Clarke (, Mass Market) at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!. Buy Glide Path by Arthur C. Clarke. More Details. Weight: lbs. ISBN BWB