World's Greatest Aircraft

by Christopher Chant

Book Overview

Which are the finest aircraft ever to have flown? The finest military aircraft, the finest airliners, the finest planes of today, and yesterday? This book answers these questions comprehensively, and with photographs and illustrations which help convey just what is so special about each aircraft. Over 250 of the world's most important, influential aircraft, from the first powered aircraft, the Wright Brother's 'Flyer' to Northrop's highly advanced B-2 stealth bomber. Commercial aircraft such as the Douglas DC-3 Dakota and the new A380 double decker Airbus, are detailed as are many of the classic fighters and bombers from World War II, such as the Supermarine Spitfire, North American P-51 Mustang and Boeing B-17 Fortress. All the essential detail is here. Fascinating histories of the design, development, manufacture, and service life of each aircraft are accompanied by a technical specification highlighting on its most important variants. Each is illustrated by a large and detailed color side view artwork, a three-view general arrangement line drawing, and supported with additional photographs.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0785820108
• ISBN13: 9780785820109
• Release Date: May 2008
• Publisher: Chartwell Books
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 2.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.5" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

The World's Greatest Aircraft

The Worlds Greatest Aircraft is a complete quick reference guide to all aircraft. Each plane is well diagramed with a brief history. It also includes its weight, performance, load, dimensions, role, power plant and crew accommodation. I highly recommend the book to any airplane enthusiast.