Aircraft Prototypes: Aerospace Technology, from the Light Fighter to the B2 Stealth Bomber

by Christopher Chant

Relates in detail the development of some fascinating prototype aircraft from WW2 thru 1989, & relates how many evolved into mass-produced machines. Also explains the historical background, for example, how the destruction of Hiroshima & Nagasaki changed the concept of bombing. Covering bombers, fighters & research aircraft from around the world, this book tells the story of technical achievement meeting mil. need. The development of turbojet powered machines, rocket motors, innovative wing shapes, the introduction of vertical take off & landing technology & much more are explained in detail. More than 100 photos & illustrations in color.

128 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1990

About the author

Christopher Chant is a successful writer on modern military matters, and has a substantial number of authoritative titles to his credit. Military history, and the history of military aviation in particular have long been his passion. Having been part of the editorial team on Purnell's best-selling 'History of the First World War' and 'History of the Second World War', he became a full-time writer and editor in 1974, working extensively on military and aviation subjects. He is also a regular contributor to specialist journals.

Reviews

[Adam Meek · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like this book, although it is a bit dated now. There is a lot of good stuff about 20th century military aircraft development; mostly the US and Soviets, but other nations such as France and the UK are included as well.