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The Encyclopedia of Modern Warplanes: The Development and Specifications of All Active Military Aircraft (Hardcover)

by Bill Gunston (Editor)
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Book Description
From the mighty Boeing B-52 Stratofortress to the agile and deadly General Dynamics F-16 Flying Falcon, modern warplanes combine advanced technology, state-of-the-art design, and weaponry that fascinates the layman and aviation specialist alike. The Encyclopedia of Modern Warplanes presents an in-depth examination of the world's military flying machines, with a wealth of detail on each aircraft.

* Details on development history, deployments and exports, powerplant, performance at various altitudes, range, weight, avionics, dimensions, and weaponry for each craft

* Presents more than 250 of the world's flying machines, with illustrations, diagrams, and color photographs to illustrate each one

* More than 500 photographs and 500 separate artworks and diagrams

About the Author
Bill Gunston is a former RAF pilot and flying instructor. An expert on airborne warfare, he has written numerous books on the subject, including Modern Fighting Aircraft, Soviet Air Power, and The U.S. War Machine. He lives in the United Kingdom.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 288 pages
  • Publisher: MetroBooks (NY) (1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1586632078
  • ISBN-13: 978-1586632076
  • Product Dimensions: 12.2 x 9.5 x 1.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
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