Robert Grinsell Knihy

In the history of aviation, the Second World War represents a classic period. The twelve aircraft featured in this book were marvels of modern technology, embodying everything we would know about flying until the appearance of the turbine engine. An international team of aviation writers profile these 12 planes, covering design and production, specialized models and variants, their tactical deployment, the battles they fought in, and the famous exploits of their pilots. Aircraft artist Rikyu Watanabe renders each of these planes in glorious full-color illustrations, detailed interior cutaways, control and weapons systems schematics, and actual squadron insignia. Originally published in 12 volumes, this beautiful book makes a truly elegant addition to the library of any history buff or aviation enthusiast. 10" x 13". Color & b&w illus.

"Called the "Spam Can" by WW II aviators, the P 51 Mustang was a fighter pilot's drream.....the P 51 acxhieved a sokid reputation among American combat pilots as a plane that was both reliable under fire and a joy to fly." The book beautifully chronicles the history of the P 51 in both pictures and words.

Beskriver med mange illustrationer udviklingen og anvendelsen af det tyske jagerfly fra 2. verdenskrig, Focke-Wulf Fw 190.

The book is an illustrated history of the development of the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 Würger (Shrike),a German Second World War single-seat, single-engine fighter aircraft designed by Kurt Tank in the late 1930s. Powered by a radial engine, the 190 had ample power and was able to lift larger loads than its well-known counterpart, the Messerschmitt Bf 109. The 190 was used by the Luftwaffe in a wide variety of roles, including day fighter, fighter-bomber, ground-attack aircraft and, to a lesser degree, night fighter.