Spitfire (General Aviation)
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (746 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1472812794 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-10-07 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
This is a complete reference guide to the world's most famous fighter aircraft, exploring its history, its strengths and weaknesses and its combat performance in battles all over the world. The Spitfire's fighting ability and superb handling meant it was loved by British, Canadian and American pilots alike. It was a beautiful and effective fighter plane that became the darling of the British public, defending the skies during the Battle of Britain in deadly, swirling dogfights with the fighters of Nazi Germany. Drawing on a wealth of research, detailed illustrations and contemporary photographs, this book reveals how the Spitfire became a legend of military aviation.. The Spitfire is an icon of World War II
peen said Five Stars. Excellent resource for Spitfire fanatics!!. Three Stars James Conger It's OK history. Not much new.
Tony Holmes has worked as Osprey's aerospace editor since 1989, having previously served as an author/photographer for this publishing house in Australasia. . He established the critically acclaimed and hugely popular Aircraft of the Aces series in 1994. The author lives in Woking, UK
The author lives in Woking, UK. He established the critically acclaimed and hugely popular Aircraft of the Aces series in 1994. About the Author Tony Holmes has worked as Osprey's aerospace editor since 1989, having previously served as an author/photographer for this publishing house in Australasia.