Download or read book Vintage Aircraft of the World written by Gordon Riley and published by Allan. This book was released on 1983-01-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Oversigt over veteranfly i hele verden.
Download or read book Making Vintage Aircraft in Wood written by Joe B. Hicks and published by Sterling Publishing (NY). This book was released on 1990 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Instructions for making various types of model aircraft including the L'Entreprenant (p.7) -- Wright Flyer (p.9) -- Avro 504 (p.14) -- Handley Page 0/400 (p.18) -- Curtiss R-6 (p.22) -- Naval Aircraft Factory F-5L (p.25) -- Spad S.VII (p.28) -- DH-4 Liberty Plane (p.32) -- Sopwith Camel (p.32) -- Royal Aircraft Factory SE-5a (p.38) -- Fokker Dr. I Triplane (p.41) -- Dornier Flying Boat (p.44) -- Curtiss P-6 Hawk (p.48) -- Ford Tri-Motor (p.51) -- Boeing P-12 (p.54) -- Curtiss F8C Helldiver (p.56) -- Bristol Bulldog (p.59) -- Douglas 0-46 (p.62) -- Goodyear Zeppelin (p.65) -- Boeing P-26 Peashooter (p.68) -- Consolidated PBY-5A Cataline (p.70) -- Grumman J2F Duck (p.73) -- Swordfish (p.76) -- B-17 Flying Fortress (p.79) -- Douglas C-47 Skytrain (p.82) -- Vought SB2U Vindicator (p.84) -- P-40 Warhawk (p.89).
Download or read book Vintage Aircraft Nose Art written by Gary Valant and published by Zenith Press. This book was released on 2002-01-12 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The unique art that graced military aircraft in World War II and the Korean War. Applied by amateurs or professional artists like Vargas, the art typically featured alluring women whose charms belied the deadly cargo the crew hoped to deliver to its targets. Hundreds of examples are shown in a combination of archival photos from the wars and current photos of artwork in museum collections.
Download or read book Jane s Vintage Aircraft Recognition Guide written by Tony Holmes and published by Harper Paperbacks. This book was released on 2005-09-20 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a handy and comprehensive directory of all the aircraft ever produced prior to 1945. Although compact in size, the guide provides all the essential information on vintage greats of the aviation world. Organized chronologically, this title captures the rapid developments in flight technology and design, as well as detailing entries the actually don't exist today. Descriptions, photography and specification details combine to make this the most useful guide for any aviation enthusiast who wishes to study vintage aircraft and an airshow, museum or home.
Download or read book Veteran and Vintage Aircraft of the World written by Leslie C. Hunt and published by . This book was released on 1965* with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Ghosts written by Philip Makanna and published by Lickle Pub Incorporated. This book was released on 1987 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides photographs of World War II aircraft, describes the characteristics of each plane, and shares the observations of those who flew them
Download or read book Classic Aircraft in Aviation Art written by Roger Markman and published by . This book was released on 1994-02-01 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Celebrates six WWII aircraft: Spitfire, Lancaster, B-17 Flying Fortress, Messerschmitt 109, P-51 Mustang, and P- 47 Thunderbolt.
Download or read book Classic World War II Aircraft Cutaways written by Bill Gunston and published by Bounty Books. This book was released on 2016-11-03 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Thunder in the Heavens written by Martin W. Bowman and published by Booksales. This book was released on 1999-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A pictorial examination of 14 classic American aircraft used during World War II, accompanied by personal narratives from the pilots who flew them.
Download or read book Veteran and Vintage Aircraft written by and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book BLERIOT XI PB written by Tom D. Crouch and published by Smithsonian Books (DC). This book was released on 1982-04-17 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each book deals with a different historic airplane in the National Air and Space Museum's (NASM) impressive collection. The first section of each book covers the background and history of the aircraft; the second provides illustrations, diagrams, and details unique to its restoration by skilled NASM craftsmen.
Download or read book Classic Airplanes written by Harold Rabinowitz and published by Friedman-Fairfax. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profiles planes that introduced new design concepts that opened up whole new vistas to the field of aeronautical engineering.
Download or read book Preserved Aircraft of the World written by Gerry Manning and published by . This book was released on 2023-08-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Preserved aircraft can be found around the world, showcasing paint schemes and names that may have been lost to history otherwise. Focusing on Europe, this book looks at a mix of new and old aircraft. With over 180 images, the aircraft, their history and current locations are all detailed. This book contains a wide range of aircraft, whether they are a common preserved type or the last of their kind.
Download or read book Aircraft Design of WWII written by Lockheed Aircraft Corporation and published by Courier Dover Publications. This book was released on 2020-05-21 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Treasure trove of cutaway views of 1940s aircraft features magazine art that focuses on American models. The extensive notes and explanations also include details on select British and German planes.
Download or read book Aircraft Anatomy of World War II written by Paul Eden and published by Chartwell Books. This book was released on 2016-01-25 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Full specifications for each aircraft including dimensions, powerplant, weight, performance, and armament.
Download or read book The World s Greatest Aircraft written by Christopher Chant and published by Lorenz Books. This book was released on 2011 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an illustrated encyclopedia with more than 900 photographs and illustrations. This is an illustrated guide to some of the planet's most powerful aircraft, with over 900 stunning colour and black and white photographs and illustrations. It takes you through the history and evolution of civil, military and specialized aircraft, from the first fighters of the early 20th century to the bombers of World War II to commercial turbo-jet powered airliners. It includes many of the most famous aircraft ever built, including the American Lockhead Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon and the UK Avro Vulcan. Specification boxes tells you the role, weight, dimension and crew for each machine, while specially commissioned illustrations and diagrams bring each craft to life. This fully illustrated reference book charts the history of aviation, from the pioneering achievements in aeroplane development of the early 20th century, to the powerful and lethal jet fighters used in the world wars, and the jumbo commercial crafts familiar to travellers today. The first half of the book contains chapters covering Early Fighters, the Role of the Fighter and Bomber, Military Aircraft, Civil Aircraft and Specilized Aircraft. The entry for each plane is accompanied by detailed specifications, stunning drawings and historical photographs. The informed and accessible text, accompanied by colour pictures that bring each craft to life, make this an essential read for any aircraft enthusiast.
Download or read book Flying the Old Planes written by Frank Tallman and published by Doubleday Books. This book was released on 1973 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
