De Havilland Vampire
Author: David Watkins
Publisher: Alan Sutton Publishing
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 296
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DOWNLOAD EBOOK →An illustrated history of the RAF's first generation post Second World War jet fighter.
Author: David Watkins
Publisher: Alan Sutton Publishing
Published: 1996
Total Pages: 296
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →An illustrated history of the RAF's first generation post Second World War jet fighter.
Author: David Watkins
Publisher: Fonthill Media
Published: 2014-05-10
Total Pages: 728
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DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The definitive book on an iconic aircraft Illustrated throughout with a varied and interesting selection of images, many previously unpublished An early jet aircraft that collected many notable firsts including the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic and the first jet to land on an aircraft carrier Comprehensive appendices covering serial allocations, production, export details and preserved airframes The de Havilland Vampire was the second of the RAF's first-generation, post-Second World War jet fighters to enter service. It began life as an interceptor but was soon re-tasked in the day fighter/ground attack roles with the 2nd Tactical Air Force in Germany from 1948 to 1954 and with the RAF's Middle and Far East Air Forces. Throughout its forty-six-year career, it collected many notable firsts: it was the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic; the first jet to land on an aircraft carrier; and the first jet trainer on which student pilots qualified for their 'Wings'. In addition to playing a full part in the RAF's order of battle during the 1940s and 1950s, the Vampire also served with the Fleet Air Arm and became an export success story for the British aircraft industry with hundreds sold to air forces worldwide. For a brief period during the 1950s, the Vampire formed the backbone of the RAF's night-fighter force and between 1952 and 1967, the Vampire trainer was responsible for a steady flow of trained pilots for the RAF, Royal Navy and foreign air forces. This comprehensive history covers the Vampire's development and operational service. It has been written with the full co-operation of the manufacturer, MoD, RAF and other world air forces, mixing narrative and technical detail with vivid personal accounts from those involved with the aircraft. Comprehensive appendices include technical specifications, production details, serials and export details. It is also lavishly illustrated and includes more than one story of encounters with UFOs by RAF Vampire pilots. **This electronic edition includes 315 photographs**
Author: David Watkins
Publisher:
Published: 2013-11
Total Pages: 384
ISBN-13: 9781781552667
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A comprehensive history of the Vampire's development and operational service, covering many of its notable firsts, particularly as the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic and the first jet to land on an aircraft carrier. Lavishly illustrated with comprehensive technical appendices.
Author: Frederick Forsyth
Publisher: Open Road Media
Published: 2012-10-30
Total Pages: 69
ISBN-13: 1453287728
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Christmas Eve, 1957: An RAF pilot needs a miracle to make it home as his fighter jet begins to fail, in a story by the #1 New York Times–bestselling author. It is Christmas Eve, 1957, and there are cozier places to be than the cockpit of a de Havilland Vampire fighter plane. But for the Royal Air Force pilot who has just taken off from West Germany, this single-seat jet is the only way to make it back to England for Christmas morning. His flight plan is simple; the fuel tank is full. In sixty-six minutes, he will be back in Blighty. But then the plane begins to fail. First the compass goes haywire, then the radio dies. Lost and alone above the English coast, the pilot is searching for a landing strip when the fog closes in, signaling certain death. He has given up hope when a second shadow appears—a Mosquito fighter-bomber of World War II vintage. The plane is a “shepherd,” guiding the Vampire to a safe landing, and its appearance is a gift from fate, a miracle out of time—but for one lonely pilot, the mystery has just begun. A classic bestseller, beloved by aviation fans (including actor John Travolta, who calls it “one of my favorites because it personalizes the two planes”) and general readers alike, The Shepherd is a gripping, heartwarming tale for a cold winter’s night.
Author: East-West Publications (U.K.) Limited
Publisher:
Published: 1998-08-01
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ISBN-13: 9781840150230
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Adrian M. Balch
Publisher: Motorbooks International
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781840372502
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This volume features the famous de Havilland Vampire, Venom and Sea Vixen aircraft that all shared the twin-boom tail design. They were amongst the first military jets to enter service with the RAF and Fleet Air Arm after World War I, and many where exported.
Author: Barry Jones
Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781861266811
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →De Havilland's first contribution to the brave new world of the jet fighter was the Vampire - a small, attractive aircraft with its de Havilland engine mounted directly behind the pilot. Most distinctively, its tailplane and fins were supported by twin booms attached to the wings. This was to be the first in an illustrious and successful trio of aircraft that shared the initial V in their name and the pretty twin-boom arrangement. Aviation historian Barry Jones has chronicled the development and service of the Vampire, the higher-powered Venom and its Sea Venom derivative, and the Sea Vixen. Covering the types' service with air forces throughout the world, and illustrated with many archive photographs, this is the perfect celebration of this much-loved family of aircraft
Author: CHRIS. SANDHAM-BAILEY
Publisher: HarperTempest
Published: 2020-02-19
Total Pages:
ISBN-13: 9781911658115
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Detailed profile artworks and descriptions of 14 different RAF jet aircraft types.
Author: Key Publishing
Publisher: Historic Military Aircraft Series
Published: 2023-03-31
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781802824766
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Developed by the de Havilland Aircraft Company, the Vampire jet fighter first flew on 20 September 1943. In this new book edition, the design, development and service of this impressive aircraft are explored, accompanied by an array of beautiful images.