Автор: | Edward Ward |
Количество страниц: | 128 |
Год публикации: | 2023 |
ID товара: | 77572319 |
If asked to name a British aircraft of World War II, many people would pick the Spitfire. In production and frontline service throughout the war, this Supermarine design matured to become one of the greatest fighter aircraft of all time. By combining superb aerodynamics with one of the best aero-engines ever produced, R. J. Mitchell and his Supermarine team created a pure thoroughbred fighter which became a legend, especially during the Battle of Britain, the type's baptism of fire. Much loved by its pilots, the Spitfire served as an interceptor, photo-reconnaissance, fighter-bomber and trainer, and it continued to serve in these roles until the 1950s. In total, there were 24 marks of Spitfire and many sub-variants. Spitfire offers a compact illustrated guide to this most iconic of aircraft, with chapters divided by type and time period. Find out about the Mk VB, the most numerous and hardy model that served in every theatre of war, including flying with the Soviet Air Force on the Eastern Front; marvel at EN409, a Mk XI that achieved a speed record of 975km/h (606mph) in high-speed diving trials; learn about the Spitfire's role in the Dieppe Raid in 1942, where the Mk Vs and Mk IXs flew over 2000 sorties in support of the landing; and discover well-known Spitfire pilots, included 'Johnnie' Johnson, who shot down 34 enemy aircraft and who flew the Spitfire right through his operational career from late 1940 to 1945. Packed with 100 vivid artworks and photographs, Spitfire is a compact reference guide for lovers of classic aircraft and World War II aviation enthusiasts.
ID товара: | 77572319 |
Категория: | Книги по социальным наукам |
Количество упаковок товара: | 1 шт. |
Размеры и вес упаковки (1): | 0,02 x 0,2 x 0,13 м, 0,28 кг |
Издательство: | Amber Books Ltd |
Язык публикации: | Aнглийский |
Тип: | Социология |
Продавец: | Knygynas Krisostomus, EasyShop |
Автор: | Edward Ward |
Количество страниц: | 128 |
Год публикации: | 2023 |
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