The International Encyclopedia of Aviation
Author: David Mondey
Publisher:
Published: 1977
Total Pages: 480
ISBN-13: 9780600560807
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Publisher:
Published: 1977
Total Pages: 480
ISBN-13: 9780600560807
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: David Mondey
Publisher: Crescent
Published: 1977
Total Pages: 488
ISBN-13: 9780517531570
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Other Titles: Jane's all the world's aircraft.
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Publisher: BDD Promotional Books Company
Published: 1991-07-01
Total Pages: 432
ISBN-13: 9780792456421
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: David Mondey
Publisher:
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780785811640
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A complete guide to aircraft from their beginnings to the present day. Includes both Military and Civil aircraft in one comprehensive volume. Illustrated with over 1,000 photographs. -p.4 of cover.
Author: Federal Aviation Administration
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2007-05-17
Total Pages: 352
ISBN-13: 1626369046
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This handbook, created by the Federal Aviation Administration, is the official reference manual for pilots at all levels. It deals with all aspects of aeronautical information: aircraft structure, principles of aerodynamics, flight controls, aircraft systems, and flight instruments. Flight manuals and documentation are also covered, as is specialized information on such matters as weight and balance, aircraft performance, weather, navigation, airport operations, aeromedical factors, and decision-making while flying. Filled with hundreds of concise, colorful illustrations, charts, diagrams, and maps, this is an essential resource and tool for all students, experienced pilots, and aeronautics buffs.
Author: Walter J. Boyne
Publisher: Abc-clio
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 432
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Written by more than 100 international scholars and experts, this encyclopedia chronicles the individuals, equipment, and drama of nearly a century of aerial combat. Air Warfare: An International Encyclopedia is the first encyclopedia to document the entire history of aerial combat, from the primitive biplanes of World War I to the sophisticated stealth fighters of the 21st century. The more than 900 entries, lavishly illustrated with photographs and maps, cover it all-the first, the fastest, the highest, the latest. More than 100 top international scholars and experts-many with personal combat experience-offer thoroughly researched, clearly written articles on the famous aces, designers, battles, air campaigns, weapons, and flying machines of air warfare's first 90 years. Accessible to student, enthusiast, and scholar alike, Air Warfare provides the reader with argument-settling expertise, lively and entertaining entries, and answers to thousands of questions: Who first used air power against civilians? How did a handful of Royal Air Force aces defeat the mighty Luftwaffe in the Battle of Britain? Has bombing alone ever won a war? Where does the future of aerial warfare lie? - More than 900 A-Z entries zero in on the first, the best, the worst, the fastest, the highest, the latest - Contributions from some 100 top international experts--many with combat experience - Lavish set of illustrations with numerous photos including the Mitsubishi G4M equipped with the Okha suicide missile, the Red Baron, and the first all-female aircrew of the U.S. Air Force - Maps ranging from the Western front as stabilized in 1915 to the Persian Gulf War in 1991
Author: Robert Jackson
Publisher:
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 544
ISBN-13: 9781856058872
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2022-04-26
Total Pages: 322
ISBN-13: 0744056861
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Take an action-packed flight through the history of aircraft and discover the intrepid pioneers who made a dream reality Uncover the engineering behind more than 800 aircraft models, from military jets to commercial planes. This visual history book captures the fascinating story of airplanes and aviation, and how their groundbreaking discovery has influenced the 21st Century. Inside the pages of this aircraft book, you’ll discover: • The history of military and commercial aircraft from all over the world, decade by decade, to the present day in stunning visual detail • Comprehensive catalogs highlight the most important aircraft of each period along with their specifications and unique features • Showcases on particularly celebrated aircraft – such as the Supermarine Spitfire and Concorde – in beautifully photographed “virtual tour” features • The stories of the engineers and manufacturers that created marques like Boeing and Airbus Take to the skies Modern flight has opened the world up to new opportunities and paved the way for the development of advanced research and technology. But, what made it so groundbreaking? This book uncovers the stories behind the first airplane models, the development of flight, and brings you to present-day marvels such as the Gypsy Moth and Supermarine Spitfire. The Aircraft Book is filled with stats, facts, and photographs that create a visual tour and allows you to see inside key commercial and military aircraft models from the exterior to the cockpit. Aviation enthusiasts will also be captivated by the manufacturer of aircraft engines and how famous models like Boeing and Lockheed became household names. Love history? Discover even more with DK! DK's The Definitive Visual History series is an iconic celebration of design and history. Packed with fascinating facts and statistics, these high-quality visual guides cover everything from history and notable designs to the people and technology that made it possible. Books in this series include The Car Book, The Train Book, The Tank Book, and so much more.
Author: William Green
Publisher:
Published: 1978
Total Pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9780517262870
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