Griffon Spitfire Aces

Griffon Spitfire Aces
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 97
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ISBN-10 : 9781472802415
ISBN-13 : 1472802411
Rating : 4/5 (15 Downloads)

Synopsis Griffon Spitfire Aces by : Andrew Thomas

A unique account of the fastest British fighter plane of World War 2. Modified for low-level operations to counter Luftwaffe attacks on the south coast, the Griffon-powered Spitfire XIV became the best low-level fighter of World War II. Squadrons moved to south-eastern England to counter the V1 flying bomb offensive, where daring pilots pioneered the technique of tipping the V1 over with the aircraft's wingtip to disorientate the bomb. Andrew Thomas also investigates the role played by the modified Spitfire squadrons after the V1 offensive, both in the attack on Germany and after the war in Malaya and Palestine. First-hand stories, photographs and colour profiles complete this account of the aces who flew the most powerful Spitfire variant ever built.

Griffon Spitfire Aces

Griffon Spitfire Aces
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 148
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781472801876
ISBN-13 : 1472801873
Rating : 4/5 (76 Downloads)

Synopsis Griffon Spitfire Aces by : Andrew Thomas

A unique account of the fastest British fighter plane of World War 2. Modified for low-level operations to counter Luftwaffe attacks on the south coast, the Griffon-powered Spitfire XIV became the best low-level fighter of World War II. Squadrons moved to south-eastern England to counter the V1 flying bomb offensive, where daring pilots pioneered the technique of tipping the V1 over with the aircraft's wingtip to disorientate the bomb. Andrew Thomas also investigates the role played by the modified Spitfire squadrons after the V1 offensive, both in the attack on Germany and after the war in Malaya and Palestine. First-hand stories, photographs and colour profiles complete this account of the aces who flew the most powerful Spitfire variant ever built.

Spitfire Aces of North Africa and Italy

Spitfire Aces of North Africa and Italy
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 160
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ISBN-10 : 9781472801913
ISBN-13 : 1472801911
Rating : 4/5 (13 Downloads)

Synopsis Spitfire Aces of North Africa and Italy by : Andrew Thomas

Essential coverage of the key part played by the iconic Spitfire in the desert campaign during 1942-43, and in the destruction of the Luftwaffe in Sicily, Italy and the Balkans from mid-1943 through to VE Day. Although most famous for their role in the Battle of Britain, many Spitfire squadrons also served in the Mediterranean theatre, aiding the Allied victories in North Africa and later in the invasion of Italy. Numerous pilots, both Royal Air Force and South African Spitfire squadrons, made ace during these engagements. This book tells their story.

V1 Flying Bomb Aces

V1 Flying Bomb Aces
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 154
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ISBN-10 : 9781780962948
ISBN-13 : 1780962940
Rating : 4/5 (48 Downloads)

Synopsis V1 Flying Bomb Aces by : Andrew Thomas

Shortly after the Allied landings in France the Germans unleashed the first of their so-called 'revenge weapons', the V1 flying bomb. Launched from specially constructed sites in northern France, the fast, small, pulse-jet powered pilotless aircraft were aimed at London with the sole intent of destroying civilian morale to the point where the British government would be forced to sue for peace. This dangerous new threat drew an immediate response, and the Air Defence of Great Britain (as Fighter Command had been temporarily renamed) established layers of defence that included a gun line and balloon barrage. The main element, however, were standing patrols by the fastest piston-engined fighters available to the RAF – the new Tempest V and Griffon-powered Spitfire XIV. Other types were allocated too, most notably the Polish Mustang wing, while night defence was left in the capable hands of several dedicated Mosquito squadrons. Although pilotless, the V1 was no easy foe thanks to its speed, powerful warhead and sheer unpredictability. Nevertheless, 154 pilots became V1 aces, 25 of whom were also aces against manned aircraft.

Spitfire Aces of Northwest Europe 1944-45

Spitfire Aces of Northwest Europe 1944-45
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 96
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781782003397
ISBN-13 : 1782003398
Rating : 4/5 (97 Downloads)

Synopsis Spitfire Aces of Northwest Europe 1944-45 by : Andrew Thomas

In the bitter air fighting over Western Europe during the last year of the war, no fewer than 37 pilots became aces flying Merlin-engined Spitfires, whilst 72 other aces increased their scores flying them. This book traces the achievements of the pilots flying the iconic Spitfire in Northwest Europe, and examines how the steady technological improvements that were made throughout the Spitfire's service life improved its capabilities in the air. Based at airfields throughout southern England, Merlin engine Spitfires provided the bulk of the air cover for the D-Day landings and it was an RCAF Spitfire which claimed the first ever ME 262 jet kill. 36 colour profiles covering a broad spectrum of nationalities, units, pilots, theatres and markings complement thorough research throughout this comprehensive account of these crucial fighter aircraft.

Bob Doe - Fighter Pilot

Bob Doe - Fighter Pilot
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Total Pages :
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ISBN-10 : 1902074092
ISBN-13 : 9781902074092
Rating : 4/5 (92 Downloads)

Synopsis Bob Doe - Fighter Pilot by : Bob Doe

World War II Fighter Planes Spotter's Guide

World War II Fighter Planes Spotter's Guide
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 289
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781472848529
ISBN-13 : 1472848527
Rating : 4/5 (29 Downloads)

Synopsis World War II Fighter Planes Spotter's Guide by : Tony Holmes

World War II saw pilots from around the world battling in the skies over Europe, Asia and Africa, with victory resting upon their nerve, skill and the capabilities of some of history's most iconic aircraft. In the chaos of battle, it was vital that they could quickly identify friend from foe. But do you know your Hurricane from your Bf 109, or what the legendary P-51 Mustang looks like? Do you know the wingspan of the A6M Zero-sen, or how fast it could fly? THE WORLD WAR II FIGHTER PLANES SPOTTER'S GUIDE answers all of these questions and more, providing essential information on over 90 legendary aircraft, from the celebrated Spitfire to the jet-powered Me 262. Featuring full-colour artwork to aid recognition, as well as all the details you need to assess their performance, this is the perfect pocket guide to the Allied and Axis fighters of World War II.

Spitfire Aces of the Channel Front 1941-43

Spitfire Aces of the Channel Front 1941-43
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Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages : 99
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781472812599
ISBN-13 : 147281259X
Rating : 4/5 (99 Downloads)

Synopsis Spitfire Aces of the Channel Front 1941-43 by : Andrew Thomas

80 years after the Spitfire was first developed it remains an icon of military aviation. Though many associate its victory during the Battle of Britain as the high point in the history of the Spitfire, the years following were of equal importance. Having weathered the initial storm, at the start of 1941 Fighter Command took the fight to the Germans with offensive missions over the Channel. This book reveals how first using the Spitfire I and II, and then following the introduction of the Bf 109 the cannon-armed Spitfire V, RAF squadrons embarked on a range of missions which included one of the most important air battles of the war, over Dieppe on 19 August 1942. Alongside British pilots were squadrons manned by exiled Europeans and pilots from the RAAF, RCAF and RNZAF. In just three years over 100 of these pilots were to rack up ace status in the Spitfire.

Spitfire Ace of Aces

Spitfire Ace of Aces
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Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
Total Pages : 362
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781445609393
ISBN-13 : 1445609398
Rating : 4/5 (93 Downloads)

Synopsis Spitfire Ace of Aces by : Dilip Sarkar

The biography of the RAF's top fighter pilot, Johnnie Johnson, who shot down more enemy aircraft than any other pilot during the Second World War.

Supermarine Spitfire

Supermarine Spitfire
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Publisher : Histoire & Collections
Total Pages : 0
Release :
ISBN-10 : 2352503663
ISBN-13 : 9782352503668
Rating : 4/5 (63 Downloads)

Synopsis Supermarine Spitfire by : Philippe Listemann

By 1941, the career of the Spitfire is well underway and the RAF has a powerful aircraft with the Mark V that exceeds all expectations. But it is the Mk IX, commissioned urgently in the summer of 1942, which becomes the most famous Spitfire. The latest version of the Spitfire, the Mark XVI, fitted with a Rolls Royce Merlin engine, is actually a Mk.