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50 Aircraft That Changed the World

50 Aircraft That Changed the World

by Dan Patterson (Author), RonDick (Author)

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    Hardcover 2007

    $3.50
Synopsis

A close-up survey of 50 of the most remarkable and influential aircraft ever.

For this book, the authors of the widely acclaimed Aviation Century series chose 50 of history's most influential aircraft, with profiles of their pilots and designers.

They begin with the Wright Brothers' 1905 Flyer, then move on to the birth of aerial warfare in World War I, the trail-blazers of the interwar years, the first passenger flights, and the great flying boats. Classic World War II aircraft such as the Bf 109, Spitfire and Mustang are included among the stars of that time. Then come the jets of the Korean and Vietnam wars, modern commercial carriers, private jets, experimental designs, and new combat fighters featuring Stealth technology.

Hundreds of color and archival photographs enhance an informative and entertaining text. Featured aircraft include:

  • The Wright Brothers 1905 Flyer
  • Fokker E.111
  • Sopwith Camel
  • Charles Lindbergh's Ryan NYP
  • Amelia Earhart's Lockheed Vega
  • MesserschmittBf 109
  • Supermarine Spitfire
  • Boeing B-17
  • Avro Lancaster
  • De Havilland Mosquito
  • Howard Hughes' Lockheed Constellation
  • Concorde
  • Learjet
  • Boeing B-52
  • Rutan Voyager
    ... and 35 more.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 208
 Publisher: Boston Mills Press
Published: 11 Oct 2007
ISBN 10: 1550464655
ISBN 13: 9781550464658

Media Reviews
The format and size of this work lend themselves to aviation enthusiasts seeking striking images of famous airplanes.--Gregory Curtis American Reference Books Annual 2008 (01/01/2008)
An impressive and encyclopedic history of influential aircraft [that] should be a part of every personal, professional, academic, and community library's Aviation History reference collection.--James A. Cox Midwest Book Review (11/01/2007)
This is much more than a composite rehash of the Aviation Century series. The text is new, the team's selections are defensible, and the illustrations, sidebars, pilot and aircraft profiles, and human-interest stories are all fresh, appealing, and insightful. Recommended for all aeronautical collections.-- (11/15/2007)
Really a must read for everyone -- imagine the history.-- (12/13/2007)
A close-up survey of 50 of arguably the most remarkable and influential aircraft in aviation history... Beautifully presented... A bargain at 40 bucks, this book will grace the coffee table of any aviation aficionado.-- (09/01/2007)
Dick and Patterson have made unusually fine choices.... The 50 aircraft...receive analytical but accurately admiring write-ups... Reasonable affection for aircraft is shown throughout this attractive, literate volume. Summing Up: Recommended. General readers.-- (04/01/2008)
Author Bio

Ron Dick served with the Royal Air Force for 38 years, retiring in the rank of Air Vice-Marsha l. He lives in Virginia. In addition to the landmark five-volume Aviation Century series, he has co-authored five other books with Dan Patterson.

Dan Patterson received the first annual Combs Award, honoring his contribution to the photographic preservation of America's air and space heritage. He lives in Dayton, Ohio.