The Pocket Guide to Military Aircraft and World Air Forces offers a concise yet comprehensive overview of every major combat and support aircraft in service today. Extensively illustrated in full color, each entry includes multi-angle diagrams along with detailed specifications on armaments, power plants, performance, weights, and dimensions.
Organized alphabetically, this handbook covers fighters, fighter-bombers, helicopters, transports, and trainers, tracing the evolution of models such as the B-52H Stratofortress, the Antonov AN-12 Cub, and the Aermacchi MB.339. Brief historical summaries provide context on each aircraft’s development and operational history. The clear, concise layout makes it easy to compare specifications and identify aircraft at a glance.
Key Features:
- Full-color photographs and technical diagrams
- Comprehensive specs: speed, range, armament, and dimensions
- Historical overviews highlighting each model’s impact
Ideal for air show visitors, scale modelers, and military aviation enthusiasts, this reference guide serves as a handy tool for identification and study of aircraft from around the globe.
