The Osprey Encyclopedia of Russian Aircraft 1875-1995 (General Aviation) [Hardcover]

Bill Gunston (Author)

Book Description

Series: General Aviation | Publication Date: September 11, 1995

This is an updated version of "Aircraft of the Soviet Union". It draws on newly-available information released since Glasnost to provide the fullest possible information on Russian and Soviet aircraft from before the Revolution to the mid-1990s.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 560 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing; 2nd edition (September 11, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1855324059
• ISBN-13: 978-1855324053
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 9 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,963,993 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE comprehensive reference on Russian aviation, August 7, 1997

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This review is from: The Osprey Encyclopedia of Russian Aircraft 1875-1995 (General Aviation) (Hardcover)

Bill Gunston has gone to extreme lengths to write a book detailing the complete history of Russian aviation from well before the revolution to modern day. Broken down by design bureau, he details the history and specifications of every design made. Even prototype and un-built designs are covered. It provides a reference on aircraft which are almost impossible to find information on, from the 'KT' flying tank idea to some of the wildest jet amphibians. Well illustrated with detailed photos (many of which were previously unpublished) and three-way drawings, the book also includes annexes describing Russian engines, avionics, and their aircraft designation methods. Gunston makes use of recently released information to detail planes that were previously unknown in the West and enhance details on others. He also includes a special pre-revolution section detailing Imperial Russian aviation. This is a must-have for any Russian aviation enthusiast or anyone interested in aviation history in general.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A "Must Have" for aviation fans, December 8, 1998

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This review is from: The Osprey Encyclopedia of Russian Aircraft 1875-1995 (General Aviation) (Hardcover)

This book is amazing. It covers even the rarest soviet flyng concepts (such as the Ekranoplans). With tons of drawings and pictures, plus detailed data about the aircraft, Mr. Gunston has provided to us, aviation fans with a great book, showing us the golden era of the soviet aviation. All the prototypes and proposed designs are included.