Dream Aircraft: The Most Fascinating Airplanes I’ve Ever Flown

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pp. 305, “From the North American P-51 Mustang, to the “Spirit of St. Louis,” and even NASA’s Space Shuttle, this spectacular collection examines who’s who and how-to on some of the most incredible aircraft ever developed. Focusing on the unique aspects and performance characteristics of one of 32 aircraft—including the Culver Cadet, Transavia Airtruk, Saab Safari, and DeHavilland Chipmunk—each chapter brings the planes to life by describing exactly how it feels to be behind the controls. Historical and personal anecdotes further illustrate how diverse the field of aviation is and how far it’s come since the days of the Wright brothers.”

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Book Information

ISBN13 9781560276807
Number of pages 305
Original Title Dream Aircraft: The Most Fascinating Airplanes I've Ever Flown
Published Date 2007
Book Condition Very Good
Jacket Condition No dustjacket
Binding Paperback
Size Larger 8vo
Place of Publication Newcastle, WA
Edition First edition
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pp. 305, “From the North American P-51 Mustang, to the “Spirit of St. Louis,” and even NASA’s Space Shuttle, this spectacular collection examines who’s who and how-to on some of the most incredible aircraft ever developed. Focusing on the unique aspects and performance characteristics of one of 32 aircraft—including the Culver Cadet, Transavia Airtruk, Saab Safari, and DeHavilland Chipmunk—each chapter brings the planes to life by describing exactly how it feels to be behind the controls. Historical and personal anecdotes further illustrate how diverse the field of aviation is and how far it’s come since the days of the Wright brothers.”

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Weight 1 kg