Aircraft Encyclopedia by Bill Gunston (1978, 3rd Impression) | Military Aviation Reference | WWI to Modern Warplanes | Illustrated HC
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Explore the Evolution of Combat Aircraft
This 1978 edition of The Encyclopedia of the World's Combat Aircraft by Bill Gunston is a good fit for aviation buffs, military history readers, and vintage book collectors alike. Covering warplanes from World War I through the Cold War era, this richly illustrated guide features:
- Over 200,000 words of detailed analysis
- More than 500 accurate drawings and 40 technical cutaways
- Full-color profile art and technical data for over 1500 aircraft variants
Each aircraft entry includes origin, armament, dimensions, performance stats, and a history of its combat role. Whether you’re researching a specific model or fascinated by the full sweep of military aviation, this book offers a visual and factual close look at the world of warplanes.
Quick Specs:
- Title: The Encyclopedia of the World's Combat Aircraft
- Author: Bill Gunston
- Publisher: Chartwell Books / Salamander Books
- Edition: Third Impression, 1978
- Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
- Pages: 229
- Size: 12 x 9 x 0.5 in
- Language: English
- Genre: Military Reference / Aviation History
- Condition Notes: Dust jacket shows visible wear and a taped repair on the back (see photos). Hardcover is clean and sturdy. Interior pages are crisp, bright, and unmarked
Why You'll Love It:
- Perfect gift for military and aviation enthusiasts
- Excellent source for model builders, educators, and historians
- Vintage Cold War era publication with detailed artwork and stats
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This 1978 third impression of Bill Gunston's combat aircraft encyclopedia has its dust jacket with a taped repair on the back, and it suits a military aviation reference shelf. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.
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