The Illustrated Guide to Naval Aircraft

An A to Z directory of all the major naval aircraft of the world, from shipborne fighters and bombers to helicopters and flying boats.

Examines the complete history and evolution of naval aircraft, from the first flights from ships in 1910 and the rise of naval air power during World War II, through to 21st-century carrier operations.

Special reference to the Doolittle Raid, Pearl Harbor, the Battle of Midway, aircraft-carrying submarines, Korea, Vietnam, the Falkland Islands, Iraq, and aircraft of the future.

Includes the best-known World War planes such as the Fairey Swordfish, Heinkel He 115 and Supermarine Spitfire, ultra-modern jets such as the Dassault Super Etendard, Grumman F-14 Tomcat and MiG-29K, and naval helicopters such as the Kaman Seasprite, Sikorsky S-51 Dragonfly and Westland Whirlwind.

Specification boxes provide at-a-glance information about each aircraft's name, country of origin, first flight, power, armament, size, weight and performance.

Includes fascinating quotes from military leaders, plus a technical glossary explaining key aviation terms and abbreviations.