Aircraft Prototypes Aerospace Technology, from the Light Fighter to the B2 Stealth Bomber

Relates in detail the development of some fascinating prototype aircraft from World War II thru 1989, and relates how many evolved into mass-produced machines. Also explains the historical background, for example, how the destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki changed the concept of bombing. Covering bombers, fighters and research aircraft from around the world, this book tells the story of technical achievement meeting military need. The development of turbojet powered machines, rocket motors, innovative wing shapes, the introduction of vertical take off and landing technology and much more are explained in detail. More than 100 photos and illustrations in color.Chant, Christopher is the author of 'Aircraft Prototypes Aerospace Technology, from the Light Fighter to the B2 Stealth Bomber' with ISBN 9780788193651 and ISBN 0788193651.