Hitler's Squadron: The Fuehrer's Personal Aircraft and Transport Unit, 1933–1945 (Fuehrer's Personal Aircraft and Transportation Unit) - Softcover

"Well-written, extremely informative, and expertly presented . . . Sweeting takes the reader into a unique component of the Luftwaffe. . . . HITLER'S SQUADRON will have a significant impact on Luftwaffe history and will make a great addition to any aviation library." AIR & SPACE POWER JOURNAL

Adolf Hitler, the first head of state to have his own personal pilot and airplane, utilized aviation technology for both practical and propaganda purposes. Illustrated with numerous rare photos, Hitler's Squadron presents an unparalleled guide to the Fuehrer's custom-built airplanes. Aircraft used in the squadron included the Junkers Ju 52/3m, the Focke-Wulf FW 200 Condor, and the true "flying fortress," the Junkers Ju 290. C. G. Sweeting discusses the remarkable wartime history of these aircraft, including their full combat roles.