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Aircraft : the definite visual history / [editors, Nicola Hodgson ... et al. ; U.S. editor, Jill Hamilton ; contributors, Malcolm Mckay ... et al.]. --
Record details
- ISBN: 1465402128
- ISBN: 9781465402127
- Physical Description: 320 p. : ill. (chiefly col.)
- Edition: 1st American ed. --
- Publisher: New York : DK Pub., 2013.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | At head of title: Smithsonian. Includes two prints in back pocket. Includes index. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 45.20 |
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| Subject: | Flying-machines > History > Pictorial works. Flight > History > Pictorial works. Aeronautics > History > Pictorial works. |
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- Baker & Taylor
Explores the history of the aircraft from the turn of the century to the present day. - Book News
Drawing on the abundant resources of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the editors and designers at DK Publishing have prepared a highly visual, thorough history, arranged chronologically, and packed with photos on each well-designed page. Aviation journalist and consulting engineer Philip Whiteman served as general consultant. Annotation ©2014 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) - Dorling Kindersley Pub
From the first prototypes of flying machines to today's supersonic jets, the history and roles of aircraft are explored in this beautifully illustrated guide.Aviation enthusiasts of all stripes and ages will welcome learning more about key brands and big players from yesterday and today — whether it's the marvels of hot air balloons or the fantastic engines of Boeing, Lockheed, and more.
Planes are divided equally between military and commercial aircraft, and iconic aircraft of each era, such as the Supermarine Spitfire and Concorde, are showcased in beautifully photographed spreads with "virtual tours" that reveal the anatomy of these legendary planes.
Produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution.
- Penguin Putnam
Discover more than 1,000 of the greatest commercial and military aircraft to ever fly the skies. This visual treat is packed with pictures and crammed with content for aviation enthusiasts everywhere. ??
A century of flight is chronicled in hundreds of pages of jaw-dropping photography and accessible text.
Youâll enjoy an action-packed ride in all kinds of flying machines, from the very first prototypes to modern supersonic jets. Spread your wings and take flight in planes, helicopters, and airships, presented in glorious detail alongside fantastic facts and surprising stats.Â
Jump in the pilot seat of pioneering planes, including the Gipsy Moth, Spitfire, and Concorde, before taking a virtual tour of each and every model. Discover how powerhouse producers, such as Rolls-Royce and Rotax, ensure maximum performance from an array of aircraft engines. Find out how famous marques, such as Boeing and Lockheed, came to set industry standards in aviation.??
Aviation enthusiasts of all stripes and ages will be captivated by this comprehensive and beautifully presented guide to the story of flight.
Produced in association with the Smithsonian Institution.
