This authoritative volume is divided into two main sections covering fighters and bombers. Each traces the development of the aircraft from their first appearance, details their role in major conflicts, and analyses how technological improvements have affected their performance. Special feature topics include nightfighters, bombers of the Spanish Civil War, inflight refuelling, the Gulf Wars and fighter pilot equipment in the 21st century. Within each section are comprehensive A-Z directories, together covering a total of 300 aircraft, each accompanied by identification photographs. Detailed specification boxes are featured for every aircraft listed, and a glossary of key aviation terms is included at the back of the book.

About the Author
In 1985 Francis Crosby joined the Imperial War Museum's branch at Duxford, England, acknowledged as one of the world's leading centres for aviation enthusiasts. Having held research and exhibition posts at the museum, he now heads Duxford's Marketing Department. His published works include: Images of War: D-Day (Pen and Sword); and Images of War: The Luftwaffe in World War II (Pen and Sword).


Book Information
ISBN 9781844769179
Author Crosby Francis
Format Paperback
Page Count 512
Imprint Southwater
Publisher Anness Publishing