Author: ANDREW. THOMAS
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781908757180
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
DE HAVILLAND VAMPIRE.
Author: ANDREW. THOMAS
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781908757180
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781908757180
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
De Havilland Vampire
Author: De Havilland Aircraft Company, ltd
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : De Havilland aircraft
Languages : en
Pages : 8
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : De Havilland aircraft
Languages : en
Pages : 8
Book Description
History of the de Havilland Vampire
Author: David Watkins
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781781552667
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
A comprehensive history of the Vampire's development and operational service, covering many of its notable firsts, particularly as the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic and the first jet to land on an aircraft carrier. Lavishly illustrated with comprehensive technical appendices.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781781552667
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 384
Book Description
A comprehensive history of the Vampire's development and operational service, covering many of its notable firsts, particularly as the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic and the first jet to land on an aircraft carrier. Lavishly illustrated with comprehensive technical appendices.
De Havilland Vampire
Author: David Watkins
Publisher: Alan Sutton Publishing
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
An illustrated history of the RAF's first generation post Second World War jet fighter.
Publisher: Alan Sutton Publishing
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 296
Book Description
An illustrated history of the RAF's first generation post Second World War jet fighter.
The History of the De Havilland Vampire
Author: David Watkins
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 728
Book Description
The definitive book on an iconic aircraft Illustrated throughout with a varied and interesting selection of images, many previously unpublished An early jet aircraft that collected many notable firsts including the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic and the first jet to land on an aircraft carrier Comprehensive appendices covering serial allocations, production, export details and preserved airframes The de Havilland Vampire was the second of the RAF's first-generation, post-Second World War jet fighters to enter service. It began life as an interceptor but was soon re-tasked in the day fighter/ground attack roles with the 2nd Tactical Air Force in Germany from 1948 to 1954 and with the RAF's Middle and Far East Air Forces. Throughout its forty-six-year career, it collected many notable firsts: it was the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic; the first jet to land on an aircraft carrier; and the first jet trainer on which student pilots qualified for their 'Wings'. In addition to playing a full part in the RAF's order of battle during the 1940s and 1950s, the Vampire also served with the Fleet Air Arm and became an export success story for the British aircraft industry with hundreds sold to air forces worldwide. For a brief period during the 1950s, the Vampire formed the backbone of the RAF's night-fighter force and between 1952 and 1967, the Vampire trainer was responsible for a steady flow of trained pilots for the RAF, Royal Navy and foreign air forces. This comprehensive history covers the Vampire's development and operational service. It has been written with the full co-operation of the manufacturer, MoD, RAF and other world air forces, mixing narrative and technical detail with vivid personal accounts from those involved with the aircraft. Comprehensive appendices include technical specifications, production details, serials and export details. It is also lavishly illustrated and includes more than one story of encounters with UFOs by RAF Vampire pilots. **This electronic edition includes 315 photographs**
Publisher: Fonthill Media
ISBN:
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 728
Book Description
The definitive book on an iconic aircraft Illustrated throughout with a varied and interesting selection of images, many previously unpublished An early jet aircraft that collected many notable firsts including the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic and the first jet to land on an aircraft carrier Comprehensive appendices covering serial allocations, production, export details and preserved airframes The de Havilland Vampire was the second of the RAF's first-generation, post-Second World War jet fighters to enter service. It began life as an interceptor but was soon re-tasked in the day fighter/ground attack roles with the 2nd Tactical Air Force in Germany from 1948 to 1954 and with the RAF's Middle and Far East Air Forces. Throughout its forty-six-year career, it collected many notable firsts: it was the first jet fighter to cross the Atlantic; the first jet to land on an aircraft carrier; and the first jet trainer on which student pilots qualified for their 'Wings'. In addition to playing a full part in the RAF's order of battle during the 1940s and 1950s, the Vampire also served with the Fleet Air Arm and became an export success story for the British aircraft industry with hundreds sold to air forces worldwide. For a brief period during the 1950s, the Vampire formed the backbone of the RAF's night-fighter force and between 1952 and 1967, the Vampire trainer was responsible for a steady flow of trained pilots for the RAF, Royal Navy and foreign air forces. This comprehensive history covers the Vampire's development and operational service. It has been written with the full co-operation of the manufacturer, MoD, RAF and other world air forces, mixing narrative and technical detail with vivid personal accounts from those involved with the aircraft. Comprehensive appendices include technical specifications, production details, serials and export details. It is also lavishly illustrated and includes more than one story of encounters with UFOs by RAF Vampire pilots. **This electronic edition includes 315 photographs**
The Shepherd
Author: Frederick Forsyth
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1453287728
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 69
Book Description
Christmas Eve, 1957: An RAF pilot needs a miracle to make it home as his fighter jet begins to fail, in a story by the #1 New York Times–bestselling author. It is Christmas Eve, 1957, and there are cozier places to be than the cockpit of a de Havilland Vampire fighter plane. But for the Royal Air Force pilot who has just taken off from West Germany, this single-seat jet is the only way to make it back to England for Christmas morning. His flight plan is simple; the fuel tank is full. In sixty-six minutes, he will be back in Blighty. But then the plane begins to fail. First the compass goes haywire, then the radio dies. Lost and alone above the English coast, the pilot is searching for a landing strip when the fog closes in, signaling certain death. He has given up hope when a second shadow appears—a Mosquito fighter-bomber of World War II vintage. The plane is a “shepherd,” guiding the Vampire to a safe landing, and its appearance is a gift from fate, a miracle out of time—but for one lonely pilot, the mystery has just begun. A classic bestseller, beloved by aviation fans (including actor John Travolta, who calls it “one of my favorites because it personalizes the two planes”) and general readers alike, The Shepherd is a gripping, heartwarming tale for a cold winter’s night.
Publisher: Open Road Media
ISBN: 1453287728
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 69
Book Description
Christmas Eve, 1957: An RAF pilot needs a miracle to make it home as his fighter jet begins to fail, in a story by the #1 New York Times–bestselling author. It is Christmas Eve, 1957, and there are cozier places to be than the cockpit of a de Havilland Vampire fighter plane. But for the Royal Air Force pilot who has just taken off from West Germany, this single-seat jet is the only way to make it back to England for Christmas morning. His flight plan is simple; the fuel tank is full. In sixty-six minutes, he will be back in Blighty. But then the plane begins to fail. First the compass goes haywire, then the radio dies. Lost and alone above the English coast, the pilot is searching for a landing strip when the fog closes in, signaling certain death. He has given up hope when a second shadow appears—a Mosquito fighter-bomber of World War II vintage. The plane is a “shepherd,” guiding the Vampire to a safe landing, and its appearance is a gift from fate, a miracle out of time—but for one lonely pilot, the mystery has just begun. A classic bestseller, beloved by aviation fans (including actor John Travolta, who calls it “one of my favorites because it personalizes the two planes”) and general readers alike, The Shepherd is a gripping, heartwarming tale for a cold winter’s night.
RAF Cold War Jet Aircraft in Profile
Author: CHRIS. SANDHAM-BAILEY
Publisher: HarperTempest
ISBN: 9781911658115
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Detailed profile artworks and descriptions of 14 different RAF jet aircraft types.
Publisher: HarperTempest
ISBN: 9781911658115
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Detailed profile artworks and descriptions of 14 different RAF jet aircraft types.
The de Havilland Vampire Mk. 5 & 9
Author: Francis K. Mason
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : De Havilland aircraft
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : De Havilland aircraft
Languages : en
Pages : 10
Book Description
De Havilland Vampire
Author: Charlotte Bailey
Publisher: Tempest Books
ISBN: 9781911704119
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher: Tempest Books
ISBN: 9781911704119
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
De Havilland Vampire F1
Author: Air Ministry
Publisher: Crecy Pub
ISBN: 9780859790215
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A series of books that provide, for the first time, the detailed information every pilot needs to know about the aircraft they are flying. Each book in the series covers all aspects of a popular aircraft type and is illustrated throughout with photographs and diagrams.
Publisher: Crecy Pub
ISBN: 9780859790215
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A series of books that provide, for the first time, the detailed information every pilot needs to know about the aircraft they are flying. Each book in the series covers all aspects of a popular aircraft type and is illustrated throughout with photographs and diagrams.