In the Cockpit 2: Inside History-Making Aircraft of World War II – Rare Smithsonian Cockpit Photography with Pilot Perspectives

by National Air and Space Museum

“Having spent most of my life in the cockpit, I am well acquainted with the sheer magnificence of these machines. World War II ushered in a new era in aviation and military technology, and this book gives an exclusive look into some of the most famous planes in the history of flight.” — Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger The follow-up to 2008’s In the Cockpit , this gorgeously designed book focuses specifically on the interiors of World War II aircraft. In the Cockpit II features rare aircrafts from the Smithsonian’s collection and a visual viewpoint of cockpits that museum goers never get to see, plus a foreword by distinguished pilot Robert A. Hoover. A perfect gift for Father’s Day and holidays!

144 pages, Hardcover

First published May 1, 2010

Reviews

[Mark Mcdaniel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Decent, but,...

This book is decent, but, the aircraft histories are too short and limited mostly in the specific example in the Smithsonian's collection. The photos in the book concentrate on the interior, but could use more detail shots as well as more photos of the exteriors of the aircraft.

[Rik Chandler · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is in hardcover would rate 5 stars. As an e-book I could not get the pictures to enlarge which made it very difficult to see details.