Product Description
Soar back in time with Assen “Jerry” Jordanoff’s 1939 aviation guide, designed for readers who truly want to understand the mechanics and techniques of flying.
A Bulgarian test pilot and engineer, Jordanoff fled Europe after World War I, taught himself English at the New York Public Library, and soon became a driving force in America’s aircraft industry.
This book reflects his hands-on knowledge and inventive spirit, featuring 435 scientifically accurate line drawings that show how planes work, from their parts to flight operations.
Specifications:
Title: Your Wings: An Aviation Book
Author: Assen Jordanoff
Publication Date: 1939
Publisher: Funk & Wagnalls Company
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 281
Dimensions: 10 x 8 x 1 inches
Language: English
Genre: Aviation / Technical Manual
Condition: Minor wear on the cover (see photos), binding intact
Wrapping up!
Intended for real pilots or serious enthusiasts, Your Wings explains everything from first flights to advanced aeronautics, highlighting maintenance and safety.
Readers recall how this book sparked a lifelong love of aviation when they first picked it up decades ago. And while some of the language reflects its era, the core teachings still hold lessons for today’s flyers.
As a bonus, we’ve left a photocopy of a plane found with the book for your enjoyment—an echo of the simpler, pioneering days of aviation.
Disclaimer:The vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved. As is typical for older pieces, they may show wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. If you have any questions or need more photos, just ask.
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