American Aircraft Development of WWII: Special Types, 1939-1945

Norton, William

ISBN 10: 0859791882 / ISBN 13: 9780859791885

Verlag: Crecy Publishing, 2015

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers Q0CY9AJPS2

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Focusing on the U.S. military's development of special aircraft types during World War II, including many experimental aircraft and one-off secret projects, this book shows how U.S. aviation designs and weapons progressed under the pressure of global warfare. From the state-of-the-art aircraft at the beginning of the war, to the advances during the conflict, each special type is covered in detail: armed photo reconnaissance, catapult launched seaplanes, naval floatplanes, autogyros, and special-operations armed drones.

Often described as less glamorous than fighters and bombers, these special types of WWII combat aircraft offer a unique contribution to military aviation and aeronautical advancement.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: William J. Norton is a flight test engineer, continuing a career begun during 20 Years as a US Air Force officer where he also served as aircrew on test aircraft. Bill has held numerous positions in many organizations on dozens of aerospace programs spanning all aircraft types. He has penned scores of technical papers, fourteen books, and a multitude of magazine articles. Bill is a civil pilot with numerous ratings, restored and operates a Dhc-1 Chipmunk, and built a Rutan Long-Ez. He holds a Masters in aeronautical engineering. Bill is happily married to the lovely and talented Anya Victoria Eriksson.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: American Aircraft Development of WWII: ...
Verlag: Crecy Publishing
Erscheinungsdatum: 2015
Einband: Hardcover
Zustand: new