400+ Thrilling & Unbelievable Airplane Facts for Enthusiasts


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Delve into the fascinating world of airplanes with this comprehensive book of facts, perfect for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone captivated by the wonders of flight. Within the pages of this captivating book, your aviation aficionado will uncover: Over 400 astonishing and entertaining airplane facts and trivia. Unbelievable stories featuring legendary aviators, tales of extraordinary aerial maneuvers, the latest advancements in aviation technology, and quirky anecdotes from the airplane realm. Engaging interior design crafted to ignite the reader's imagination. Authored by a passionate aviation enthusiast with deep insights into the thrilling world of airplanes. Twenty diverse chapters covering iconic airplane models, historic aerial battles, technological progressions, renowned pilots, and much more. Explore a myriad of captivating facts such as: Discover the pivotal role played by the iconic P-51 Mustang in World War II, escorting bombers and dominating the skies over Europe. Uncover the daring dogfights and aerial duels that shaped air combat tactics during the Korean War. Identify the skilled aviator who achieved ace status by downing five enemy aircraft in a single mission. Whether your aviation enthusiast is a seasoned pilot or a budding enthusiast, this book promises to unveil intriguing new facts and obscure airplane trivia for anyone who turns its pages. So, if you know someone obsessed with aviation...




400+ Thrilling & Unbelievable Fighter Aircraft Facts for Enthusiasts


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Do you have an aviation enthusiast in your life? Inside this book, they'll discover 400+ fascinating facts about the thrilling world of fighter aircraft! Covering everything from aviation pioneers, iconic aircraft models, aerial combat maneuvers, cutting-edge technologies, famous pilots, squadron histories, acts of valor, aviation art and more - this is the ultimate gift for any fan of fighter jets. With insights into aviation legends like the Red Baron, Chuck Yeager, the Tuskegee Airmen and beyond, readers will be captivated by the daring exploits of those who take to the skies in the world's fastest aircraft. The book also explores visionary engineers like Kelly Johnson and Clarence "Kelly" Johnson who designed era-defining aircraft such as the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird. From biplane dogfights in World War I to future unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) advances on the horizon, this fighter jet almanac charts an evolutionary journey showcasing both the machines and their heroic pilots across generations. Its 20 chapters vividly profile everything that makes fighter aviation so thrilling. So if you have a fighter jet aficionado eager to soak up aviation history and fun facts, this book covers it all! With its beautiful layout filled with information, it makes the perfect gift for any occasion.




101 Amazing Facts about Planes


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Do you know which way round a country's flag is placed on an airplane's tail? What Qantas stands for? What are the twenty most iconic planes of all time? And what happened to the man who successfully glided from a tower in China in the year 559 AD? This fantastic quick-read eBook features 101 amazing facts about planes, split into categories such as the history of flight, world records, the most amazing facts and many more. So if you want to know who owns the most expensive private jet in the world, or what is particularly unusual about the photographs of the Wright brothers’ first flight, then this is the book for you. Find the information you want, fast!




Take Off! All About Airplanes


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Read Along or Enhanced eBook: In this exciting and engaging nonfiction book, readers learn about the Wright Brothers, the history of aviation, how air travel has changed the way people work and live, and the important parts that make the plane fly! Using informational text, vibrant photos, an interesting timeline, and intriguing facts, this book will have readers wanting to learn everything they can about airplanes!




The Book of Random Airplane Facts


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This book is full of fun and interesting facts about airplanes. Do you know who built the first airplane? Or how fast jets can go? Or what was served as the first meal on an airplane? What how light the smallest airplane was? Take a look inside to find out.




Military Jet Aircraft


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"Features 300 of the most important attack, multi-role, and other military jets flown since World War II, including the Messerschmitt Me 262, Mikoyan-Gurevich, MiG-21, Dassault Mirage, and Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit. Full dimensions, weights, powerplant and armament details provided in metric and imperial for each aircraft. Expert text explains each aircraft's development and service history. Includes 300 profile artworks."--Page 4 of cover




Airplane Stories and Histories


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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, Alland Loughead, Frank Whittle, and Kelly Johnson. Notable events and developments are discussed, such as the first flight, first transatlantic flight, first around-the-world flight, the jet engine, Spitfire, Mustang, Mosquito, Comet, Concorde, Boeing 747, C-5 Galaxy, Avro Arrow, C-130 Hercules, and the advent of unmanned vehicles (drones). An extensive bibliography is provided for those who wish to explore subjects at greater depth.




Popular Mechanics


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Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.




Cleared for Takeoff


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All of aviation's dangerous, exciting, and most courageous moments are featured within this stunning compendium on flight. Packed with stories of heroic and innovative pioneers, fascinating profiles of remarkable planes from Spitfires to space shuttles, and how-to instructions for making everything from origami helicopters to bottle rockets—all accompanied by sensational photographs, illustrations, and diagrams—Cleared for Takeoff promises to astonish, entertain, and fire the imaginations of everyone with their head in the clouds.




Popular Science


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Popular Science gives our readers the information and tools to improve their technology and their world. The core belief that Popular Science and our readers share: The future is going to be better, and science and technology are the driving forces that will help make it better.