Here, for the first time, is the story of the victorious, the vanquished and the forgotten air forces that fought in the Second World War in more than 300 period photographs. World War II would see the full potential of air power over...Loe edasi...
From its pre-war inception and difficult gestation as a high-speed bomber to its adaptation as a night fighter, torpedo bomber and reconnaissance platform, the Junkers Ju 88 was one of the most versatile and widely used aircraft of World War II. Junk...Loe edasi...
Since the 1950s, helicopters have developed to become a key component of armies everywhere, providing attack, transport and reconnaissance capabilities to land and maritime forces throughout the world.From deadly fighting machines like the...Loe edasi...
Featuring the collection of airplanes, art, photographs, and memorabilia of the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, Ohio, this magnificently illustrated book tells the story of the beginnings of fl...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 30-Sep-2025, Paperback / softback, Kirjastus: Air World, ISBN-13: 9781526798084)
Much has been written about the Unites States air forces during the Second World War, but little has been written about the early days of American military aviation either before or during the First World War or in the immediate inter-war years.In St...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 30-Sep-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Air World, ISBN-13: 9781399067393)
On 1 May 1960, a traditional military parade was held in Moscow. What stood it out from the previous ones, however, was the number of missiles, and in particular the ground-to-air anti-aircraft variants, that were present.There was perhaps nothing su...Loe edasi...
In preparation for the liberation of the northern part of the Netherlands, Operation Amherst was launched on the night of 7 to 8 April 1945. This last airborne operation of the Second World War was carried out by 702 French (SAS) paratroopers. The fi...Loe edasi...
A close-up look of the Corsair II, including the A-7A, B, D, E and H. Single seat and two-seat versions are included. Every aspect of the jet is shown both externally and internally.A huge 22 page maintenance chapter shows the hidden details. Aircraf...Loe edasi...
An examination of the Apache attack helicopter, featuring extensive maintenance insights and cockpit layout close-ups.This book features the Apache attack helicopter, seen from every angle and in spectacular action. Included are the early A version,...Loe edasi...
A comprehensive look at the Hawker Hurricane, highlighting every aspect of its design, maintenance, and surviving airworthy models.An extensive portrait of the true workhorse of the Battle of Britain: the Hawker Hurricane. Every part of the aircraft...Loe edasi...
An in-depth and extensive look at the Hawk T.1 and T.2.A very close look at the Hawk T.1 & T.2, with extensive chapters on the fuselage, landing gear, cockpit, maintenance, and a lot of action. Aircraft from the RAF, Finland, Switzerland, South Afric...Loe edasi...
Offers an in-depth look at the versatile Sea King helicopter, covering its various roles, international versions, and detailed maintenance aspects.This book features a really close look at a versatile helicopter that was designed for an anti-submarin...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 30-Sep-2025, Paperback / softback, Kirjastus: Air World, ISBN-13: 9781399066969)
James Stewart was a Hollywood star when the United States entered the Second World War. Having won an Academy Award in 1940 for The Philadelphia Story, Stewart had already earned his private pilots licence. After being drafted in October 1940, he ap...Loe edasi...
Knights of the Air was the title given to daring aviators of the First World War, who flew fragile, unreliable machines in thrilling dogfights. Many pilots of the Royal Flying Corps met tragic ends, and this book by Chris Goss showcases an extraord...Loe edasi...
RAF in Camera: 1980s – The Later Years by Keith Wilson provides a visually rich account of the Royal Air Force during the transformative latter half of the 1980s. This continuation of Wilson’s earlier work examines the RAF’s operational and technolog...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 30-Sep-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Grub Street Publishing, ISBN-13: 9781911714286)
For 82 years the Royal Flying Corps (RFC), which in 1918 became the Royal Air Force (RAF), maintained a permanent military aviation presence in the Far East. Throughout that time a huge variety of squadrons, flying many different aircraft types, toge...Loe edasi...
