The Spitfire Pocket Manual

Author : Martin Robson
Publisher : Osprey Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781472830562
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Spitfire Pocket Manual written by Martin Robson and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developed in 1938 from a Schneider trophy-winning design by the aeronautical engineer and designer R.J Mitchell, the Supermarine Spitfire went on to become the definitive Allied fighter of the Second World War, and ranks amongst the most famous aircraft of all time. This pocket manual presents an accessible collection of fascinating historical documents to help readers explore the technical and tactical developments relating to the design and use of this famous aircraft. Sources include the Air Ministry's original specification for a single-seater day and night fighter, handling trials of the Spitfire prototype K-5054, squadron fighting tactics, pilot's log books and pilot's notes for the Mark V, air group reports and tactical papers. Collectively these give a unique insight into the Spitfire, illustrating its durability and adaptability in performing many war-winning roles. With illustrations and an introduction by historian Martin Robson, The Spitfire Pocket Manual is an essential volume for any Spitfire enthusiast.

Author : Martin Robson
Publisher : Conway
ISBN 13 : 9781844861200
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Spitfire Pocket Manual written by Martin Robson and published by Conway. This book was released on 2011-03-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developed in 1938 from a Schneider trophy-winning design by the aeronautical engineer and designer R.J Mitchell, the Supermarine Spitfire went on to become the definitive Allied fighter of the Second World War, and ranks amongst the most famous aircraft of all time. This pocket manual presents an accessible collection of fascinating historical documents to help readers explore the technical and tactical developments relating to the design and use of this famous aircraft. Sources include the Air Ministry's original specification for a single-seater day and night fighter, handling trials of the Spitfire prototype K-5054, squadron fighting tactics, pilot's log books and pilot's notes for the Mark V, air group reports and tactical papers. Collectively these give a unique insight into the Spitfire, illustrating its durability and adaptability in performing many war-winning roles. With illustrations and an introduction by historian Martin Robson, The Spitfire Pocket Manual is an essential volume for any Spitfire enthusiast.

Author : Martin Robson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1844863034
Total Pages : 145 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Hurricane Pocket Manual written by Martin Robson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2016-05-19 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hawker Hurricane was a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was designed and predominantly built by Hawker Aircraft Ltd for the RAF. Although overshadowed by the Spitfire, during the Battle of Britain the Hurricane accounted for 60% of the RAF's air victories in the battle, and served in all the major theatres of the Second World War. The 1930s design evolved through several versions and adaptations, resulting in a series of aircraft that acted as interceptor-fighters, fighter-bombers (also called 'Hurribombers'), and ground support aircraft. Further versions known as the Sea Hurricane had modifications that enabled operation from ships. Some were converted as catapult-launched convoy escorts, known as 'Hurricats'. More than 14,583 Hurricanes were built by the end of 1944 (including at least 800 converted to Sea Hurricanes and some 1,400 built in Canada. The book collates a variety of pamphlets and manuals on the plane that were produced throughout the war for the benefit of pilots and others associated with the aircraft.

Author : Dilip Sarkar
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN 13 : 1445607956
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Spitfire Manual 1940 written by Dilip Sarkar and published by Amberley Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2010-02-15 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How to fly the legendary fighter plane in combat using the manuals and instructions supplied by the RAF during the Second World War.

Author : Martin Robson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472834283
Total Pages : 145 pages
Book Rating : 4.87/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Hurricane Pocket Manual written by Martin Robson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2018-01-25 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Hawker Hurricane was a British single-seat fighter aircraft that was designed and predominantly built by Hawker Aircraft Ltd for the RAF. Although overshadowed by the Spitfire, during the Battle of Britain the Hurricane accounted for 60% of the RAF's air victories in the battle, and served in all the major theatres of the Second World War. The 1930s design evolved through several versions and adaptations, resulting in a series of aircraft that acted as interceptor-fighters, fighter-bombers (also called 'Hurribombers'), and ground support aircraft. Further versions known as the Sea Hurricane had modifications that enabled operation from ships. Some were converted as catapult-launched convoy escorts, known as 'Hurricats'. More than 14,583 Hurricanes were built by the end of 1944 (including at least 800 converted to Sea Hurricanes and some 1,400 built in Canada. The book collates a variety of pamphlets and manuals on the plane that were produced throughout the war for the benefit of pilots and others associated with the aircraft.

Author : Martin Robson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472830458
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Lancaster Bomber Pocket Manual written by Martin Robson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-12-14 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Avro Lancaster was the RAF's most famous and successful heavy bomber of the Second World War. Used predominantly at night, 'Lancs' dropped 608,612 tons of bombs in 156,000 sorties in the period 1942-1945. Some of these missions were incredibly daring – notably the 'dambusters' raid of 617 squadron on the Ruhr valley dams in May 1943. The success of such operations was testament both to the rugged, reliable qualities of this amazing aircraft and the bravery and skill of the pilots, navigators, bombardiers, flight engineers and gunners that crewed it. They relied on their training and experience, supplemented by various pamphlets and manuals that were produced throughout the war. Supplemented with illustrative plans and diagrams, this fascinating pocket manual provides a unique insight into the wartime operation of this famous aircraft.

Author : Martin Robson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1472834291
Total Pages : 161 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Mosquito Pocket Manual written by Martin Robson and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2018-01-25 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The de Havilland DH.98 Mosquito was a British multi-role combat aircraft with a two-man crew that served during and after the Second World War. It was one of few operational front-line aircraft of the era constructed almost entirely of wood and was nicknamed "The Wooden Wonder". The Mosquito was also known affectionately as the "Mossie" to its crews. Originally conceived as an unarmed fast bomber the Mosquito was adapted to a wide range of bombing roles. It was also used by BOAC as a fast transport to carry small high-value cargoes to, and from neutral countries through enemy controlled airspace. The book collates a variety of pamphlets and manuals on the plane that were produced throughout the war for the benefit of pilots and others associated with the aircraft.

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Publisher : Salamander Books
ISBN 13 : 9781840656169
Total Pages : 128 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Lancaster Bomber Pocket Manual written by and published by Salamander Books. This book was released on with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fascinating book brings together a selection of authentic period documents, from the Air Ministry Specification of 1936 that triggered the design of the Lancaster, through Night combat Trials and Pilot's notes to those covering technical developments. Supplemented with illustrative plans and diagrams and gives a unique insight into the wartime operation of this famous aircraft. Compiled and contexualised by historian Martin Robson this collection presents a vivid picture of the development and career history of this famous aircraft.

Author : Chris McNab
Publisher : Casemate
ISBN 13 : 1612008704
Total Pages : 161 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Battle of Britain Pocket Manual 1940 written by Chris McNab and published by Casemate. This book was released on 2020-04-09 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide detailing the training and operations for the British pilots, ground crew, and anti-aircraft gunners during the World War II battle. In the summer of 1940, Britain stood alone. For three long months, brave young RAF pilots took off every day, ready to defend British skies against large-scale Luftwaffe raids. “The Few” were young, but they were trained and determined. Eighty years on, the last of the pilots to fly in the Battle of Britain are feted, and their part in World War II is widely remembered. This pocket manual covers the training that these young pilots would have had, and the air combat tactics they were taught to use against the German raiders. It also covers the role of the ground crews, control and command systems, anti-aircraft defenses, and radar and raid detection.

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Publisher : Arms & Armour Press
ISBN 13 : 9780882543765
Total Pages : 334 pages
Book Rating : 4.68/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Spitfire V Manual written by and published by Arms & Armour Press. This book was released on 1976-01-01 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: