Schiffer publishing ltd apr 2021 (4 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Design work on the Skyraider began at the behest of the US Navy late in WWII. Production began in 1946, and the type made its combat debut in the hands of naval aviators during the Korean War. In the following years, the rugged airframe and powerful engine meant that the type could be adapted into ever-expanding roles of attack, reconnaissance, weather, and electronic-countermeasure types. Though regarded by many as obsolete, in Vietnam the Skyraider again saw combat, now in the hands of not only US Navy and Marine pilots, but also USAF and Republic of Vietnam airmen. Capable of flying low and slow while armed with a massive array of ordnance, the Skyraider not only took on the role of attack aircraft but was also used as air cover for troops on the ground. Its impressive payload earned it the nickname of the 'flying dump truck,' while its reliance on a massive radial engine in an otherwise jet age caused others to refer to the Skyraider as the 'Spad,' in homage to the WWI fighter.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The General Dynamics F-111 was one of aviation history's most promising planes when it came out in the early 1960s. Despite a rocky service career, political changes in how the military acquired its weaponry, and the addition of too much new technology, the plane provided a credible frontline deterrent in the Cold War era and was used to great effect in the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm. Many of the challenges faced by putting the F-111--with all of its new systems--into service are now accepted as a normal outfit in modern fighter aircraft. Although the Navy did not accept the F-111B model, the Grumman F-14 Tomcat development program was significantly assisted by prior radar and missile system testing on the F-111B airframe. The F-111 was a hugely powerful aircraft and carried devastating weaponry, but was phased out by the USAF in the mid-90s, largely due to crippling maintenance costs. The aircraft remained in Australian service until 2010.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is one of the most iconic aircraft in aviation history. Through a broad range of photos gathered from around the world, this book--the second of two volumes--chronicles the design, development, and wartime use of the late models of the Flying Fortress, from the first truly combat-capable model, the B-17E, to the lifesaving B-17H. These B-17 versions featured the so-called 'large' tail and were famously used in the devastating strategic-bombing campaign against Germany. As a special feature, detailed coverage of the famed 'Memphis Belle' is included. Combine volumes 1 and 2 for the complete photographic reference on the Flying Fortress.…

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Inside this beautiful hardcover book, readers will find twelve modern embroidery projects featuring plants, flowers, and botanicals. Each includes step-by-step instructions, a quick reference chart, full-size patterns, helpful tips, and even a journal prompt. -12 beautiful botanical projects for a range of skill levels -Detailed instructions and diagrams to guide every stitch -Handy reference charts to illustrate the process 'at-a-glance' -Journal prompts and inspiring quotes to complement every project -A deluxe package with hardcover binding and thick matte paper Also included is a handy appendix with detailed diagrams for every stitch. Nothing has been left out of this comprehensive book to help readers enjoy the fulfilling, creative, therapeutic, and trending craft of embroidery.…