Автор: Paul Lucas
Издательство: Guideline Publications
Год издания: 2000
Количество страниц: 96
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Formed out of an amalgamation of the Royal Flying Corps and the Royal Naval Air Service on 1 April 1918, the Royal Air Force is the world's oldest independent Air Arm, and the camouflage and markings carried by its aircraft have proved to be amongst the most fascinating aspects of its subsequent history. This title covers the 'forgotten' immediate post-World War Two period, and deals with the fascinating changes from the wartime colour schemes and markings, into the post-war National markings, painted Aluminium finishes, and re-introduction of underwing serials. Thirty-six pages of full colour, three- and four-views, and profile illustrations, and scores of photographs - many from private collections. An ideal reference for modellers and aviation enthusiasts alike.
Автор: Richard A. Franks
Издательство: SAM Publications
Год издания: 2002
isbn: 0953346552
Количество страниц: 186
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
This book covers many aspects of the Beaufighter and modeling the aircraft in 1/72, 1/48 & 1/32 scales. Also summarizes kits, conversions, decals and after market accessories.
Автор: Richard J. Caruana
Издательство: SAM Publications
Год издания: 2003
isbn: 0953346579
Количество страниц: 138
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
In this book there are 7 brief chapters describing the design, development, and service history of the Lightning. Then there are 14 pages of very well done color profiles, 3 per page. Plastic model kit reviews follow. There is then a very useful section describing the differences between the various Lightning models. Then there are 22 pages reproduced from contemporary technical manuals detailing various Lightning features, 21 pages up close color photos of preserved Lightnings. The last chapter describes the camouflage and markings carried by the Lightning throughout its career.
The book finishes with a number of very useful appendices. They include for the modeller lists of kits, accessories, and decals. For the general enthusiast there are appendices covering engines and armament, specifications, the Lightning family tree, service squadrons, foreign operators, production details, and an extensive bibliography. In the rear there are 8 pages with superb Lightning lines drawings to 1/72nd scale.
Автор: Richard J. Caruana, Richard A. Franks
Издательство: SAM Publications
Год издания: 2004
isbn: 0953346587
Количество страниц: 138
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
The book follows the format of previous books in the series. There are 5 brief chapters describing the design, development, and service history of the Meteor. One of the chapters, by Rudy Binnemans, details the Meteor in Belgian service. This is an interesting way to work in research by others that this series uses often. Then there are 8 pages of very well done color profiles, 5 per page. Plastic model kit reviews follow. There is then a very useful section describing the differences between the various Meteor models. Then there are 17 pages reproduced from contemporary technical manuals detailing various Meteor features. Then there are 5 pages of artwork detailing the cockpits of the various Meteor marks, 14 pages up close color photos of preserved Meteors. Particularly interesting was some detailed shots of the experimental prone pilot cockpit. The last chapter describes the camouflage and markings carried by the Meteor throughout its career with the RAF and other air arms. Outstanding in this chapter is the 2 page spread of RAF squadron markings which made a comeback in the 1950s. The book finishes with a number of very useful appendices. They include for the modeller lists of kits, accessories, and decals. For the general enthusiast there are appendices with specifications of the various Meteor variants, the Meteor family tree, foreign operators, production details, service squadrons, and an extensive bibliography. In the rear there are 8 pages with Meteor lines drawings to 1/72nd scale.
Автор: Tony Holmes
Издательство: Classic Publications
Год издания: 2001
isbn: 1903223164
Количество страниц: 130
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
This illustrated series examines the history of the pilots, units, and aircraft that formed the RAF Eagle Squadrons, the U.S. 8th Air Force's VIII Fighter Command, and the 9th Air Force in the European Theatre of Operations. Written by recognized authorities on Allied airpower during the Second World War, each book contains a detailed narrative accompanied by hundreds of rare photographs, beautiful color profiles, detailed nose art, scrap views, and unit emblems.
Автор: Roger Freeman
Издательство: Classic Publications
Год издания: 2001
isbn: 1903223172
Количество страниц: 82
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
This book examines the distinctive twin-boomer in ETO service including photographic variants and 'Droop Snoot' high-speed bombing missions. Also includes an overview of P-38 camouflage and markings and careers of some Lightning aces. 33 colour profiles. 148 black/white photos.
Автор: Roger Freeman
Издательство: Classic Publications
Год издания: 2002
isbn: 1903223180
Количество страниц: 96
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Reference guide to the P-47's service with the 'Mighty Eighth' from the summer of 1942 to beyond D-Day. Also includes a camouflage and markings overview and biographies of Thunderbolt aces. 31 colour profiles. 5 colour and 195 b/w photos.
Автор: Roger Freeman
Издательство: Classic Publications
Год издания: 2003
isbn: 1903223199
Количество страниц: 96
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
Reference guide to the P-51's service with the 'Mighty Eighth' from late 1943 to beyond D-Day. Also includes a camouflage and markings overview and combat reports of Mustang pilots. 30 colour profiles. 3 colour and 223 b/w photos.
Автор: Martin Pegg
Издательство: Classic Publications
Год издания: 2007
isbn: 1903223636
Количество страниц: 97
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
This is the first of two volumes which will provide an in-depth study into the aircraft, camouflage and markings, and operations of the transport airlift and heavy-lift units of the Luftwaffe between 1937 and 1945. The Transportflieger, an often forgotten arm of the Luftwaffe, provided essential supply and battlefield support to both the Wehrmacht and the Luftwaffe in their campaigns across Western Europe, Scandinavia, Russia, North Africa, the Mediterranean and finally the Ardennes and the remains of the Reich, during the World War II. There were some 30 Knight's Cross holders who flew in the transport units. This volume includes some 200 photographs drawn from a variety of private sources, the majority of which are previously unpublished. Alongside the photographic content, the book also includes specially prepared color artworks and first-hand reminiscences from those who actually flew with the Transportflieger during the war.
Автор: Chris Goss
Издательство: Classic Publications
Год издания: 2006
isbn: 1903223563
Количество страниц: 100
Язык: english
Формат: PDF (scan)
The Luftwaffe's maritime role ranged from anti-shipping operations and U-boat liaison and transport duties across great expanses of open ocean, to coastal reconnaissance and short-range patrols. Among the aircraft types featured in the two volumes which make up this series are: the Arado Ar 196A, Dornier Do 24, Blohm und Voss BV 138, Heinkel He 115, Ju 88, four-engined Fw 200 Condors and He 177s and the Do 217s used by KG 30/40/100. This volume also include studies of some of the more interesting weaponry used by German bomber units operating in such a role, such as the Rheinstahl PC 1400 X Fritz X radio-guided bomb and the Henschel 293 rocket-driven remotely-controlled stand-off missile used against destroyers in the Mediterranean. Alongside the photographic content, much of which is previously unpublished, and color artworks, the books also include first-hand reminiscences from Luftwaffe pilots of the era.
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