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Transatlantic Airships: An Illustrated History

Transatlantic Airships: An Illustrated History

by JohnChristopher (Author)

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    Hardcover 2010

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Synopsis

In Transatlantic Airships, John Christopher recounts the fascinating story of the lighter-than-air 'pond hoppers' from the earliest schemes and bold pioneering flights, including the triumphant double-crossing by the R34. The book goes on to describe the rise of the Zeppelins and the ambitious British scheme to connect its far-flung Empire, the US Navy's lighter-than-air craft and the incredible post-war proposals for colossal atomic-powered leviathans. It is a story of fantastic visionaries, incredible flying machines, great moments of triumph and, ultimately, of spectacular disaster.

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Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 192
 Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd
Published: 26 Feb 2010
ISBN 10: 184797161X
ISBN 13: 9781847971616
Book Overview: Features and reviews in Aerostat ,journal of British Balloon & Airship Club and Airship journal of the Airship Association. Reviews in Journal of Royal Aeronautical Society, Flight International, Aero-Journal and Aeroplane Monthly magazines.

Author Bio
John Christopher has been a professional balloon pilot for twenty years and has had a long involvement with airships. A recognized authority on all aspects of lighter-than-air flight, he is a director of Airship Initiatives, a consultancy service with the primary aim of putting airships to work. John has contributed to a number of publications including Air & Space magazine and Airsports International. He was the former editor of the Aerostat journal of the British Balloon & Airship Club, and Airship the journal of the Airship Association. Resident - Bristol