This is a complete reference guide to over 65 years of military helicopters, from the first types deployed in World War II to the specialized aircraft in service today. It includes all the famous manufacturers such as Bristol, Saunders-Roe and Westland from the UK; Bell, Boeing-Vertol, Hiller, Hughe[...]

This is a guide to over 100 of the fighters that have helped shape history, including the Fokker Dr.I Triplane, Hawker Hurricane, Messerschmitt Bf109, North American P/F-51 Mustang, Supermarine Spitfire, and many more. It includes detailed specification boxes for every aircraft listed, with up-to-da[...]

This title covers the history, origins and evolution of bomber aircraft, from the first planes to the powerful jet bombers of today. It features the Avro Lancaster, Boeing B-17 Flying Fortess, Heinkel He111 and many others from World Wars I and II. It features sophisticated and powerful jet bombers [...]

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 topi[...]

A chronological history of aircraft carriers, and the airborne vehicles that launch from them, illustrated in over 1100 archive photographs. It features comprehensive directories of important carriers and naval aircraft through history. It includes quotes from military leaders, as well as a technica[...]