The Handley Page Victor: The History and Development of a Classic Jet: Volume 2 - The Mark 2 and Comprehensive Appendices and Accident Analysis for Al

by Roger Brooks and Roger Brooks ARAeS

The first volume of Roger Brooks' detailed reference to the Victor covers the conception, design and test-flying of the prototype HP 80 and then the production and operation of the Mark 1 in its many roles. This second volume completes the history of the aircraft by describing the improved Mark 2 that was primarily conceived to carry Britain's Blue Steel nuclear deterrent.

The aircraft was to be re-engined with the Rolls-Royce Conway and the...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1844155706
• ISBN13: 9781844155705
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Pen and Sword Aviation
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 2.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.2" x 9.7"