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Airplane Stories and Histories
AIRPLANE STORIES AND HISTORIES chronicles two hundred years of aviation highlights including the exploits of pioneers such as Sir George Cayley, the Wright brothers, Charles Lindbergh, Wiley Post, Amelia Earheart, R. J. Mitchell, Sir Geoffrey de Havilland, Allan Loughead, Frank Whittle, and Kelly Johnson. Notable events and developments are discussed, first Atlantic flights, World War airplanes, jet engine development and post-war designs. It concludes with a discussion of new designs...
206 pages, Hardcover
Published October 19, 2022
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October 9, 2018
This tells the story of man’s quest to control the skies -- a fascinating read.
The book is chock full of fascinating facts and tidbits for everyone interested in aviation. It’s also an easy read, free from the technical jargon often found in such histories. It tells of the notable events and developments in flight that took place during aviation’s first 200 years. The book also chronicles the exploits of aviation pioneers, who include Sir George Cayley, the Wright brothers, Charles Lindbergh, Wiley Post, Amelia Earheart, and many others. It also details the many scientific advancements made during this period as well as the unforgettable aircraft that paved the way for many others—warplanes like the Spitfire, Mustang and Mosquito; the early commercial propeller planes like the Ford Trimotor, the DC-3, DC-4, and DC-6, the flying boats (which opened up routes in Africa), Lockheed’s Super Constellation, and the prop-jet, Vickers Viscount; followed by jet planes such as the de Havilland’s Comet, the joint British-French Concorde, Boeing’s 707, 747, and the company’s other well-known passenger aircraft; the heavy lifters, including the C-130 Hercules and C-5 Galaxy, etc.
The book is chock full of fascinating facts and tidbits for everyone interested in aviation. It’s also an easy read, free from the technical jargon often found in such histories. It tells of the notable events and developments in flight that took place during aviation’s first 200 years. The book also chronicles the exploits of aviation pioneers, who include Sir George Cayley, the Wright brothers, Charles Lindbergh, Wiley Post, Amelia Earheart, and many others. It also details the many scientific advancements made during this period as well as the unforgettable aircraft that paved the way for many others—warplanes like the Spitfire, Mustang and Mosquito; the early commercial propeller planes like the Ford Trimotor, the DC-3, DC-4, and DC-6, the flying boats (which opened up routes in Africa), Lockheed’s Super Constellation, and the prop-jet, Vickers Viscount; followed by jet planes such as the de Havilland’s Comet, the joint British-French Concorde, Boeing’s 707, 747, and the company’s other well-known passenger aircraft; the heavy lifters, including the C-130 Hercules and C-5 Galaxy, etc.
April 23, 2023
This is a very informative and engaging book that provides a detailed look at the history of aviation. Currey is a respected expert in the field of aeronautical engineering, and his knowledge and expertise are evident in this book.
The book covers various aspects of aviation history, from the early days of flight to the modern era of jet travel. Each chapter is well-researched and provides fascinating insights into the technological advances and challenges that have shaped the aviation industry over the years.
One of the highlights of the book is the inclusion of first hand accounts from individuals of the various eras covered in the book. These anecdotes add a human touch to the technical information and bring the history of aviation to life.
Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in aviation history. It is well-written, informative, and engaging, and will appeal to both casual readers and aviation enthusiasts alike.
The book covers various aspects of aviation history, from the early days of flight to the modern era of jet travel. Each chapter is well-researched and provides fascinating insights into the technological advances and challenges that have shaped the aviation industry over the years.
One of the highlights of the book is the inclusion of first hand accounts from individuals of the various eras covered in the book. These anecdotes add a human touch to the technical information and bring the history of aviation to life.
Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in aviation history. It is well-written, informative, and engaging, and will appeal to both casual readers and aviation enthusiasts alike.
April 24, 2023
Very cool stories and information!
If you are a history buff, you will love this book. Norman Currey spent 47 years in the aircraft industry and offers so much history and insightful information. From his involvement in test flying to his experiences of viewing the tops of gorgeous clouds and snow-covered mountains… Norman really helps us immerse ourselves in his experiences throughout the years. He also offers a very deep knowledge and history of aviation. I was aware of the Wright Brothers, but did not know about Sir George Cayley (“The Father of Aerial Navigation,” “Father of Aviation,” and “The true inventor of the aeroplane…”). But thanks to this book I know more about both of them.
If you are a history buff, you will love this book. Norman Currey spent 47 years in the aircraft industry and offers so much history and insightful information. From his involvement in test flying to his experiences of viewing the tops of gorgeous clouds and snow-covered mountains… Norman really helps us immerse ourselves in his experiences throughout the years. He also offers a very deep knowledge and history of aviation. I was aware of the Wright Brothers, but did not know about Sir George Cayley (“The Father of Aerial Navigation,” “Father of Aviation,” and “The true inventor of the aeroplane…”). But thanks to this book I know more about both of them.
October 12, 2022
Wow, wow, wow, such an interesting read! I have a friend who is a massive aeroplane nerd and I definitely have to get one for him. A really detailed and historically sound book. The author clearly knows a lot about this subject. A must for fans of history and aviation.
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