Graham M. Simons Bücher

The Lockheed TriStar first flew in November 1970, with production continuing until 1984, by when some 250 aircraft had been built.

This book focuses on the design, engineering, development and tactical use of the many variants throughout the bombers service life. číst celé

Britannia Airways Corporation was established in 1961 and went on to become the world's largest holiday airline. It ceased operations on 1 November 2005, when, having been taken over, it was rebranded - today it remains as part of Thomason Airways.

War Plan Red was one of a number of colour-coded military schemes developed by the United States after the end of the First World War. Drawn up in the late 1920s and early 1930s the Plan was intended to evaluate and estimate the requirements for a hypothetical war with Great Britain - the Red' forces.

Charts the early history of the 'flying wing' design, an important advancement in the field of aeronautics. Profiles Jack Northrop, a recognized and respected aeronautics engineer and industrial designer who strove to push the barriers of aircraft capability.

Affectionately known as the 'Connie', the Constellation first flew on 9 January 1943. It remained in military service until 1978, and in civil use until the 1990s.

In this in-depth study of the 737, the renowned aviation historian and author Graham M. Simons explores the whole story of the type's design and introduction.

Works to highlight the great initiative of aviation engineers working during one of the most pivotal periods of military/aviation history

A comprehensive historical account of the production of Howard Hughes's famed HK-I Hercules one of the most expensive failures in aviation history.

A full and comprehensive history of De Havilland Enterprises. Acquaints the reader with the man behind the company, Captain Sir Geoffrey de Havilland. Charts all the milestones and landmarks of an illustrious career.