Instruction Manual for Ford Trimotor 1929Ford All-Metal Monoplane 5 INTRODUCTION This book of service instructions and operating suggestions is offered for the guidance of owners, pilots and mechanics of Ford all-metal mono- planes. With the engine instruction book as a supplement, it is designed to thoroughly familiarize the operator with the plane. Information contained in this volume is the result of study and obser- vation of the tri-motor Ford monoplane under a variety of operating con- ditions, not only on commercial lines, but in private service as well. It represents the experience of both pilots and mechanics. Much space is devoted to structural details of the plane. Additional emphasis is laid on the personal element in flying. The service obtained from an airplane is measured largely by the intelli- gence with which the plane is handled. Operators, pilots and mechanics should give this volume careful study immediately after delivery of a new plane. It should be remembered that the Ford monoplane is a substantial investment and should be treated as such. Regular inspection and service is the secret of lower upkeep costs and reduced depreciation charges. In the interest of safety and regularity of operation of the plane, we recommend that pilots be requested to study in detail the section of this book entitled “Suggestions on the Operation of the Ford Tri-motor.”Book of Instruction Figure 1—Ford Tri-Motor Monoplane equipped with Pontoons Figure 2-Ford Tri-Motor Monoplane equipped with Skiis