Aircraft - (DK Definitive Transport Guides) by DK (Hardcover)

About the Book

Chronicles the dramatic story of manned flight in visual detail. With more than 800 iconic aircraft, trailblazing engines, famous manufacturers, and the people and technology behind the world's most advanced flying machines, this is a visual guide to the history of aviation.

Book Synopsis

Take an action-packed flight through the history of aircraft and discover the intrepid pioneers who made a dream reality

Uncover the engineering behind more than 800 aircraft models, from military jets to commercial planes. This visual history book captures the fascinating story of airplanes and aviation, and how their groundbreaking discovery has influenced the 21st Century.

Inside the pages of this aircraft book, you'll discover:

- The history of military and commercial aircraft from all over the world, decade by decade, to the present day in stunning visual detail
- Comprehensive catalogs highlight the most important aircraft of each period along with their specifications and unique features
- Showcases on particularly celebrated aircraft - such as the Supermarine Spitfire and Concorde - in beautifully photographed "virtual tour" features
- The stories of the engineers and manufacturers that created marques like Boeing and Airbus

Take to the skies

Modern flight has opened the world up to new opportunities and paved the way for the development of advanced research and technology. But, what made it so groundbreaking? This book uncovers the stories behind the first airplane models, the development of flight, and brings you to present-day marvels such as the Gypsy Moth and Supermarine Spitfire.

The Aircraft Book is filled with stats, facts, and photographs that create a visual tour and allows you to see inside key commercial and military aircraft models from the exterior to the cockpit. Aviation enthusiasts will also be captivated by the manufacturer of aircraft engines and how famous models like Boeing and Lockheed became household names.

Love history? Discover even more with DK!

DK's The Definitive Visual History series is an iconic celebration of design and history. Packed with fascinating facts and statistics, these high-quality visual guides cover everything from history and notable designs to the people and technology that made it possible. Books in this series include The Car Book, The Train Book, The Tank Book, and so much more.

Review Quotes

"[Aircraft] should delight readers. The layout is compelling and makes flipping through the book easy and enjoyable." - General Aviation News

"The book offers history and roles of aircraft, from the first prototypes of flying machines to today's supersonic jets." - AOPA.org (Aircraft owners and Pilots Association)

"[E]ach page of Aircraft is beautifully illustrated, balanced with captions and relevant details." - Cumberland Times-News

"This well laid out coffee table book presents the evolution of aircraft from the earliest beginnings up to present day by presenting excellent photographs of each type. It is rare these days to find an aviation book of this size that is four-color throughout and with the quality of printing this work exhibits." - American Aviation Historical Society Flightline Magazine

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