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Fighter Aircraft, The World Encyclopedia of
An illustrated history from the early planes of World War I to the supersonic jets of today
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This detailed and richly illustrated encyclopedia is ideal for aircraft enthusiasts, history buffs, and readers interested in military aviation and technological development through the 20th century and beyond.
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See moreExplores the development and history and an A-Z of over 170 aircraft, with 600 photographs, in a new fully updated edition.
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In this new, fully updated edition, expert author Francis Crosby traces the development of fighters from World War I to the present day, highlighting actions in which fighters played a crucial role.
The A-Z sections form an illustrated guide to over 170 fighter aircraft. The first section covers aircraft from the pioneering days of air fighting in World War I through to the early jets at the end of World War II. The second section focuses on the remarkable advances of post-World War II, mainly jet, aircraft from 1945 to the present day.
Specification boxes for each aircraft provide information about the plane's country of origin, first flight, power, armament, size, weight, and performance. Also included is a glossary explaining aviation terms.
Illustrated with 600 photographs, Fighter Aircraft, The World Encyclopedia of is a key reference book for all aircraft enthusiasts.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780754834748
Publisher: Anness Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 13 March 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Lorenz Books
Illustration: 600 photographs
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 216.0mm
Height: 282.0mm
Weight: 650g
Pages: 272
About the Author
Francis Crosby has had a deep interest in aviation since an early age. After qualifying and working as an archaeologist, in 1985 he joined the Imperial War Museumβs branch at Duxford, England, acknowledged as one of the worldβs leading centres for aviation enthusiasts. Having held research and exhibition posts at the museum, he headed Duxfordβs Marketing Department for many years before establishing his own consultancy. He has written extensively on historic aviation and has acted as a consultant for the media and the publishing industry. His published works include Bombers and The World Encyclopedia of Naval Aircraft.
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