Author: | Chris Oxlade | ISBN: | 9781512471137 |
Publisher: | Lerner Publishing Group | Publication: | August 1, 2017 |
Imprint: | Hungry Tomato ® | Language: | English |
Author: | Chris Oxlade |
ISBN: | 9781512471137 |
Publisher: | Lerner Publishing Group |
Publication: | August 1, 2017 |
Imprint: | Hungry Tomato ® |
Language: | English |
Follow the powerful story of fighter aircraft—from the earliest six-winged inventions used during World War I right up to modern supersonic stealth fighters. Along the way, explore inside the cockpit of a Supermarine Spitfire, the engine of the jet-powered Messerschmitt Me 262, and the inner workings of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning. From dogfight tricks to ejector seats, learn how fighter plane technology and strategy have developed throughout military history, and see life through the eyes of a fighter pilot.
Follow the powerful story of fighter aircraft—from the earliest six-winged inventions used during World War I right up to modern supersonic stealth fighters. Along the way, explore inside the cockpit of a Supermarine Spitfire, the engine of the jet-powered Messerschmitt Me 262, and the inner workings of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning. From dogfight tricks to ejector seats, learn how fighter plane technology and strategy have developed throughout military history, and see life through the eyes of a fighter pilot.