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Take an action-packed flight through the history of aircraft and the intrepid pioneers who made a dream reality.
Featuring more than 800 of the greatest commercial and military aircraft ever made, this visual celebration of airplanes and aviation traces the history of flight over the past century.
Aircraft takes you on an action-packed ride through the history of aircraft, from the first prototypes to today's supersonic jets. Explore stunning photographic galleries of planes, helicopters, and airships, each accompanied by its vital statistics. See inside legendary planes such as the Gipsy Moth, the Spitfire, and Concorde, with virtual tours of each key model, from the exterior to the cockpit. Discover the details of aircraft engines from manufacturers such as Rolls-Royce and Rotax to see what powers a great aircraft's performance. And find out how famous brands such as Boeing and Lockheed came to be household names.
This new edition of DK's Aircraft has been brought up to date with examples of the latest aircraft from around the world and their technical details.
Aviation enthusiasts of all ages will be captivated by DK's Aircraft, a comprehensive and beautifully presented guide to the story of flight.
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Take an action-packed flight through the history of aircraft and discover the intrepid pioneers who made a dream reality
Uncover the engineering behind more than 800 aircraft models, from military jets to commercial planes. This visual history book captures the fascinating story of airplanes and aviation, and how their groundbreaking discovery has influenced the 21st Century.
Inside the pages of this aircraft book, you’ll discover:
• The history of military and commercial aircraft from all over the world, decade by decade, to the present day in stunning visual detail
• Comprehensive catalogs highlight the most important aircraft of each period along with their specifications and unique features
• Showcases on particularly celebrated aircraft – such as the Supermarine Spitfire and Concorde – in beautifully photographed "virtual tour" features
• The stories of the engineers and manufacturers that created marques like Boeing and Airbus
Take to the skies
Modern flight has opened the world up to new opportunities and paved the way for the development of advanced research and technology. But, what made it so groundbreaking? This book uncovers the stories behind the first airplane models, the development of flight, and brings you to present-day marvels such as the Gypsy Moth and Supermarine Spitfire.
The Aircraft Book is filled with stats, facts, and photographs that create a visual tour and allows you to see inside key commercial and military aircraft models from the exterior to the cockpit. Aviation enthusiasts will also be captivated by the manufacturer of aircraft engines and how famous models like Boeing and Lockheed became household names.
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DK's The Definitive Visual History series is an iconic celebration of design and history. Packed with fascinating facts and statistics, these high-quality visual guides cover everything from history and notable designs to the people and technology that made it possible. Books in this series include The Car Book, The Train Book, The Tank Book, and so much more.
