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RAF in 100 Pictures

RAF in 100 Pictures


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About the Book

On 1 April 1918, the Royal Air Force came into being. It celebrated its first 100 years on 1 April 2018. The aim of this book is to offer an alternative insight into what has really impacted on the RAF during its first century. Many people will recall Hurricanes and Spitfires standing firm against the invading Luftwaffe but how many will remember the Chain Home radar system or the key role played by the Fighter Controllers? The parachute and ejector seat saved many lives, permitting pilots to return to the battle. The Lewis Gun had a major part to play in arming numerous RAF aircraft. Then there was the invention of the interrupter mechanism, allowing machine-gun bullets to pass safely through the propeller arc without destroying it. Take a look at the Grand Slam and Upkeep weapons, each designed to solve a particular problem. Consider too the time when some thought that all aircraft would eventually be pilotless, and missiles would replace them. This book is profusely illustrated with images from the Air Historical Branch - many of which have never previously been published - supported with a concise but thorough text.
About the Author: Keith Wilson has been involved in aviation publishing for more than 30 years and is probably best known for his striking air-to-air images in Pilot magazine. He has more than 1,500 air-to-air sorties under his belt, shooting almost 2,000 different aircraft in the process. He has photographed a very broad range of subjects, from gliders, vintage and veteran, aerobatics and general aviation right through high-altitude research aircraft, biz jets, commercial jets and military fast jets. During this time he has amassed a photographic library of around 300,000 images. He has worked for a number of well-known aviation companies across Europe and flying is also his hobby. He obtained a Private Pilots Licence back in 1981 and continues to fly at every opportunity.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781445666020
  • Publisher: Amberley Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Amberley Publishing
  • Depth: 8
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Sub Title: A Pictorial History
  • Width: 163 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1445666022
  • Publisher Date: 15 Jul 2018
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 231 mm
  • No of Pages: 96
  • Spine Width: 10 mm
  • Weight: 1137 gr

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