midland hinkley (13 risultati)

Soft cover. Condizione: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Clean, crisp softcover in near fine condition; faintest edge wear.

Paperback. Condizione: Very good. Paperback. 11" X 8 1/2". 157pp. Very mild shelf wear to covers, corners, and edges of paper wraps. Pages are clean and unmarked. Binding is sound. ABOUT THIS BOOK: This unusual and interesting title explores a fascinating area of contemporary military aviation. The US military is constantly testing and evaluating some of the most advanced aviation systems in the world to prepare them for front-line service. At test bases such as Edwards and Eglin, a host of interesting aircraft types are flown and tested to the limit. The US Navy test bases at Patuxent River, China Lake, and Point Mugu have similar functions. The units based at these locations undertake some of the most taxing flying in the world. Their aircraft carry a fascinating array of ordnance, equipment, and color schemes. These squadrons boast some unique aircraft and rich histories. Testing Top Guns examines the background and history of flight testing in the United States and then portrays some of the incredible aircraft that have been used in these programs in recent times and the famous test pilots who flew them who have helped shape aviation history. The book is heavily illustrated with high-quality images, including air-to-air views. This title will appeal to all those with an interest in the cutting edge of military aviation. Its many superb color images will be a source of inspiration for aviation modelers.(Publisher).

Paperback. Condizione: As New. First Edition. Pictorial softcover. First edition. Book is in fine, As New, gift-giving condition, crisp and clean, with tight binding and sharp corners. Historic photos of the planes and crews as well as detailed technical diagrams and color illustrations throughout. 4to. 291 pp. Including index.

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. Revised Edition. Slight edge wear to spine ends. Contains black & white illustrations. Seller REf: M12386.

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Contains a few black & white illustrations and maps at the rear.Seller Ref: M13153.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good ++. Condizione sovraccoperta: No Dustjacket. 320 pages. Shiny illustrated covers, 1cm split to bottom rear outer hinge, light knock to top rear outer hinge, little wear. Pages very clean. Nice condition.

Paperback. Condizione: Near Fine. First Edition. Pictorial softcover. First edition. Book is in near-fine condition, crisp and clean. Rear corner has a small crease. Historic photos of the planes and crews as well as detailed technical diagrams and color illustrations throughout. 4to. 128 pp.

Paperback. Condizione: Fine. First Edition. Pictorial softcover. First edition. Book is in As New, gift-giving condition, crisp and clean. Historic photos of the planes and crews as well as detailed technical diagrams and color illustrations throughout. 4to. 128 pp.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good+. Slight edge rubbing, with light age toning of white cover. Clean text and a tight copy. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 256 pages.

Hb in Dw 4to, 248pp illustrations and maps in mono and colour Extra illustrations affixed to half title page o/w A Vg/Vg copy indeed.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. Contains colour and some black & white illustrations. The pages of 2 & 3 plus 4 & 5 have at some point been stuck together . They are now apart and ok, but it has left some markings. All other pages are fine. This is a very heavy book so additional shipping will be required. Over 2 kilo's. Seller Ref: M22092.

First Edition. First Edition. large octavo, pictorial boards in dust jacket. vi, 178 pp. Midland, E.M. "Matty" Laird was an American success story - born to a working class Chicago family, he turned his innate mechanical abilities and fascination with flight into a career that put him at the top of aviation's pioneers. As early as 1915, he was flying a home-made biplane in exhibitions; and in 1919 he set-up shop in Wichita, building the Laird Swallow, America's first commercial aircraft. After moving to Chicago, he designed and manufactured the LC-R Speedwing series of planes. Laird's airplanes were high-quality machines, and they were known for their speed. In 1930 and 1931, he built the Solution and Super Solution race planes, flown by Charles "Speed" Holman and Jimmy Doolittle, respectively. Solution won the Thompson Trophy in 1930, and Super Solution won the first Bendix cross-country race in a record-setting time of less than 12 hours. A fascinating look at the early days of commercial aviation and air racing in the United States. Short tear to front flap, else fine. large octavo, pictorial boards in dust jacket.

Hb in Dw 4to, 176pp 400 photographs and colour profiles A FINE/FINE Copy and Uncommon.