Synopses & Reviews
From the pioneering days of aerial combat in World War I to the famous Spitfires and Huricanes of World War II, this book presents the classic fighter aircraft of bygone eras. For every aircraft listed, detailed specification boxes provide complete information, including country of origin, first flight, power, armaments, size, weight and performance. With rare photographs from the Imperial War Museum archives, anecdotes about the first aces and their dangerous exploits, and descriptions of the developments in aircraft technology and equipment from 1914 to 1945, this is a must-have reference book for everyone interested in the aircraft that have helped make history.
Synopsis
This book presents the classic fighter aircraft of a bygone era.