Author: Lockheed Aircraft Corporation
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
ISBN: 0486847179
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
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.
Aircraft Design of WWII
Author: Lockheed Aircraft Corporation
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
ISBN: 0486847179
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
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.
Publisher: Courier Dover Publications
ISBN: 0486847179
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
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.
Aircraft Anatomy of World War II
Author: Paul Eden
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785833676
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Full specifications for each aircraft including dimensions, powerplant, weight, performance, and armament.
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785833676
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Full specifications for each aircraft including dimensions, powerplant, weight, performance, and armament.
Picture History of World War II American Aircraft Production
Author: Joshua Stoff
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 048627618X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
Over 250 rare photographs depict one of the greatest industrial feats of all time: America's massive production of World War II fighters and bombers. An introduction and captions outline the history.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 048627618X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
Over 250 rare photographs depict one of the greatest industrial feats of all time: America's massive production of World War II fighters and bombers. An introduction and captions outline the history.
Complete Book of World War II Combat Aircraft
Author: Enzo Angelucci
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788880956884
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
This is a large format A-Z encyclopedia of every Allied and Axis fighting plane from 1933-1945 - from the famous to the lesser known - in all theatres of war from Europe to Asia and the Pacific.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788880956884
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 412
Book Description
This is a large format A-Z encyclopedia of every Allied and Axis fighting plane from 1933-1945 - from the famous to the lesser known - in all theatres of war from Europe to Asia and the Pacific.
American Aircraft Development of WWII
Author: William Norton
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780859791885
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The years of World War II saw the greatest single leap in US military aircraft technology and design, from the relatively fragile pre-war designs to the very edge of the supersonic era. Many remarkable aircraft came and went in quick succession with some missions and types disappearing altogether. Indeed, there were scores of little known or minimally documented aircraft projects that significantly advanced technology of aeronautics, propulsion, aircraft systems, avionics and weapons, while never achieving full-rate production and deployment. Focusing almost exclusively on official programs, experimental, prototype, limited production models and aircraft that actually entered development, American Aircraft Development of WWII, Special Types 1939-1945opens with the "state of the art" designs at the beginning of the war, continuing on to the advances during the conflict itself. These so-called "special types" are far less widely known than fighter and bomber designs, but no less important, and include armed photo reconnaissance aircraft, catapult-launched seaplanes, autogyros, tactical haulers and armed drones. Other designs covered include "one-off" experimental aircraft, rocket boost, floats and skis added to landplanes, fighters with second seats assed for training, engine testbeds, "oddballs" experiments and more. Illustrated throughout with 3-view drawings and rare photographs, many little-known and unusual aircraft and missiles, American Aircraft Development of WWII, Specialty Types 1939-1945tells the stories of engineering teams and test pilots struggling against short schedules and tight resources to develop new aircraft that pushed the bounds of technology. This book is a fitting testament to the epic and sometimes life-threatening accomplishments which were every bit as vital to the war effort as actual combat operations themselves.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780859791885
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The years of World War II saw the greatest single leap in US military aircraft technology and design, from the relatively fragile pre-war designs to the very edge of the supersonic era. Many remarkable aircraft came and went in quick succession with some missions and types disappearing altogether. Indeed, there were scores of little known or minimally documented aircraft projects that significantly advanced technology of aeronautics, propulsion, aircraft systems, avionics and weapons, while never achieving full-rate production and deployment. Focusing almost exclusively on official programs, experimental, prototype, limited production models and aircraft that actually entered development, American Aircraft Development of WWII, Special Types 1939-1945opens with the "state of the art" designs at the beginning of the war, continuing on to the advances during the conflict itself. These so-called "special types" are far less widely known than fighter and bomber designs, but no less important, and include armed photo reconnaissance aircraft, catapult-launched seaplanes, autogyros, tactical haulers and armed drones. Other designs covered include "one-off" experimental aircraft, rocket boost, floats and skis added to landplanes, fighters with second seats assed for training, engine testbeds, "oddballs" experiments and more. Illustrated throughout with 3-view drawings and rare photographs, many little-known and unusual aircraft and missiles, American Aircraft Development of WWII, Specialty Types 1939-1945tells the stories of engineering teams and test pilots struggling against short schedules and tight resources to develop new aircraft that pushed the bounds of technology. This book is a fitting testament to the epic and sometimes life-threatening accomplishments which were every bit as vital to the war effort as actual combat operations themselves.
Allied Aircraft Piston Engines of World War II
Author: Graham White
Publisher: SAE International
ISBN: 0768095557
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Allied Aircraft Piston Engines of World War II, now in its second edition, coalesces multiple aspects of war-driven aviation and its amazing technical accomplishments, leading to the allied victory during the second world war. Not by chance, the air battles that took place then defined much of the outcome of one of the bloodiest conflicts in modern history. Forward-thinking airplane design had to be developed quickly as the war raged on, and the engines that propelled them were indeed the focus of intense cutting-edge engineering efforts. Flying higher, faster, and taking the enemy down before they even noticed your presence became a matter of life or death for the allied forces. Allied Aircraft Piston Engines of World War II, Second Edition, addresses British- and American-developed engines. It looks at the piston engines in detail as they supported amazing wins both in the heat of the air battles, and on the ground supplying and giving cover to the troops. This new edition, fully revised by the original author, Graham White, offers new images and information, in addition to expanded specifications on the Rolls-Royce/ Packard Merlin and the Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engines. Jay Leno, a known enthusiast, wrote the Foreword.
Publisher: SAE International
ISBN: 0768095557
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
Allied Aircraft Piston Engines of World War II, now in its second edition, coalesces multiple aspects of war-driven aviation and its amazing technical accomplishments, leading to the allied victory during the second world war. Not by chance, the air battles that took place then defined much of the outcome of one of the bloodiest conflicts in modern history. Forward-thinking airplane design had to be developed quickly as the war raged on, and the engines that propelled them were indeed the focus of intense cutting-edge engineering efforts. Flying higher, faster, and taking the enemy down before they even noticed your presence became a matter of life or death for the allied forces. Allied Aircraft Piston Engines of World War II, Second Edition, addresses British- and American-developed engines. It looks at the piston engines in detail as they supported amazing wins both in the heat of the air battles, and on the ground supplying and giving cover to the troops. This new edition, fully revised by the original author, Graham White, offers new images and information, in addition to expanded specifications on the Rolls-Royce/ Packard Merlin and the Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engines. Jay Leno, a known enthusiast, wrote the Foreword.
Classic World War II Aircraft Cutaways
Author: Bill Gunston
Publisher: Pyramid
ISBN: 9780753722886
Category : Aeronautics, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Established in the early days of aviation, "Flight" and "The Aeroplane" were considered essential reading for all aviation enthusiasts of the period, "Aeroplane Monthly", the latter's successor, is today viewed in a similar vein. All three publications have set exacting standards for technical drawings over the years. Many of these fine cutaways, featuring virtually every major combat type, are being republished here after years in the archives. All the major Allied and Axis combat types of World War II are covered in this period work, and the cutaways are accompanied by the best photography from the huge "Aeroplane" picture archive, individual specifications, and a potted history of each type and of the cutaway artists themselves by aviation historian Bill Gunston.
Publisher: Pyramid
ISBN: 9780753722886
Category : Aeronautics, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
Established in the early days of aviation, "Flight" and "The Aeroplane" were considered essential reading for all aviation enthusiasts of the period, "Aeroplane Monthly", the latter's successor, is today viewed in a similar vein. All three publications have set exacting standards for technical drawings over the years. Many of these fine cutaways, featuring virtually every major combat type, are being republished here after years in the archives. All the major Allied and Axis combat types of World War II are covered in this period work, and the cutaways are accompanied by the best photography from the huge "Aeroplane" picture archive, individual specifications, and a potted history of each type and of the cutaway artists themselves by aviation historian Bill Gunston.
The Encyclopedia of Aircraft of WWII
Author: Paul Eden
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781845090135
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781845090135
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Aircraft of WWII
Author: Stewart Wilson
Publisher: Australian Aviation
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
A comprehensive directory of the aircraft that saw service during World War II with over 300 entries covering the fighters, bombers, aircraft, transport built in some 15 nations around the world.
Publisher: Australian Aviation
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
A comprehensive directory of the aircraft that saw service during World War II with over 300 entries covering the fighters, bombers, aircraft, transport built in some 15 nations around the world.
Graphic War
Author: Donald Nijboer
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781554078929
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
A superb collection of "top secret" drawings from World War II.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781554078929
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 272
Book Description
A superb collection of "top secret" drawings from World War II.