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The World Encyclopedia of Fighter Aircraft: An Illustrated History from the Early Planes of World War I to the Supersonic Jets of Today

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In this new, fully updated edition, expert author Francis Crosby traces the development of fighters from World War I to the present day, and highlights actions in which fighters played a crucial role. The A–Z sections form an illustrated guide to over 170 fighter aircraft. The first covers aircraft from the pioneering days of air fighting in World War I through to the early jets at the end of World War II, and the second focuses on the remarkable advances of post-World War II, mainly jet, aircraft from 1945 to the present day. Specification boxes for each aircraft provide information about the plane’s country of origin, first flight, power, armament, size, weight and performance. Also included is a glossary explaining aviation terms. Illustrated with 600 photographs, this is a key reference book for all aircraft enthusiasts.

Aircraft designed to attack and destroy other aircraft have existed almost as long as military aviation. With the outbreak of World War I in 1914, aircraft designed specifically as fighters appeared. This book of fighter aircraft traces the development of fighters from World War I to the present day, and highlights actions in which fighters played a crucial role.

The first section covers aircraft from the pioneering days of air fighting in World War I through to the early jets in action at the end of World War II. This section is brimming with information and often rare photographs of truly classic fighter aircraft including the Bristol Fighter, Spit re and P-51 Mustang. The second section of the book focuses on the remarkable advances of post-World War II, mainly jet aircraft from 1945 to the present day, and includes the MiG-15, Hunter, Harrier and F-15 Eagle. Detailed specification boxes are featured for every aircraft listed. These contain up-to-date information, including country of origin, first flight, power, armament, size, weights and performance.

This splendidly illustrated book, with many previously unpublished pictures from the Imperial War Museum Photograph Archive, is a must-have reference book for everyone interested in the aircraft that have helped make history.
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Francis Crosby has had a deep interest in aviation since an early age. After qualifying and working as an archaeologist, in 1985 he joined the Imperial War Museum’s branch at Duxford, England, acknowledged as one of the world’s leading centres for aviation enthusiasts. Having held research and exhibition posts at the museum, he headed Duxford’s Marketing Department for many years before establishing his own consultancy. He has written extensively on historic aviation and has acted as a consultant for the media and the publishing industry. His published works include Bombers and The World Encyclopedia of Naval Aircraft.

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4.9 out of 5

98.46% of customers are satisfied

5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente

G.C. · May 23, 2025

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5.0 out of 5 stars Must have for someone who loves jets!

V.A. · April 30, 2025

Great book with lots of info for an aircraft lover!

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book

L.S. · December 4, 2024

This has great pictures and well madeI gave it to my grandsonHe wants to be a pilotI spent 20 years in the Air ForceAircraft Maintenance and these bring back memories.

5.0 out of 5 stars World Fighters

R.T. · October 6, 2024

The book is a must read if you are into airplane’s from Ww1 to now.

4.0 out of 5 stars Very detailed, I do enjoy it

E.O.t.L. · January 26, 2023

This book has almost just about everything, plenty of pictures and plenty of information. My one complaint as that it does not have an entry on the Douglas SBD Dauntless, the aircraft so prominently used during the Battle of Midway in the Pacific theater of WWII. But other than that, still a great book and worth it!

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book

F. · May 9, 2024

If you’re into airplanes, this book is a must have. Great photos along with lots of interesting about each plane.

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for aircraft fans

g. · March 6, 2024

This book is made so well and the pictures of aircraft is vivid and amazing. This is our grandson's favorite book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good

C.R. · January 20, 2024

I gave it to my great grandson who loves fighter planes and jets. He was very excited to get this. Great pictures of first planes to very recent ones. Lots of information.

Great book. Informative and well illustrated.

J.T. · April 24, 2025

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Wonderful Book. Worth the money.

M.S. · January 29, 2025

Very good book. Very good photographs and information. A good material for Aircraft enthusiasts. Covers the History of combat aircrafts to various aircrafts from the world war era to this period. Missed a few Aircrafts like the Indian Tejus , Russian SU 57 etc. Worth the buy.

Fighter Aircraft

J.L. · January 13, 2025

Bought for our Grandson & he has enjoyed the details & photographs

Wer Kampfflieger mag - ein Must

A.K. · March 23, 2024

Das Buch gibt einen umfassenden Überblick über Kampfflugzeuge. Ein gutes Lese und Nachschlagewerg für alle Liebhaber dieser Flugzeugkategorie. Wunderbares Geschenk:-)

World Of Military Aircraft

E.O.C.F. · November 25, 2023

A great deal of marvellous and informative pictures. Lots of interesting history of the world's attack warplanes. A thoughtful and well-illustrated book.

Visit the Lorenz Books Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 7, 2020 Language ‏ : ‎ English Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0754833518 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0754834748 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.89 x 0.9 x 11.47 inches Best Sellers Rank: #35,228 in Books Store

The World Encyclopedia of Fighter Aircraft: An Illustrated History from the Early Planes of World War I to the Supersonic Jets of Today

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