The Encyclopedia of Aircraft [544pp]

From the earliest single-engined biplanes and triplanes to today’s wide-bodied airliners and superfighters, this lavishly illustrated and comprehensively researched encyclopedia is the essential aviation reference work. It features over 3000 aircraft, including every military and civil fixed-wing type, as well as helicopters and convertiplanes, from over 1000 manufacturers. Charting the development and evolution of more than a century of aerospace technology, the book is laid out in an easy-to-follow A-Z format by manufacturer, allowing information to be reached quickly and efficiently.

Over 1000 aircraft are illustrated with a photograph or artwork, with key types treated in detail over a full page. The development and capabilities of each of these 1000 aircraft is described in detail, with full specifications including dimensions, performance and payload. The remaining aircraft are listed in sidebars along with a brief description.

Unique in its scope and unmatched in its detail, The Encyclopedia of Aircraft is required reference material for any aviation enthusiast.