The Illustrated Encyclopedia Of Aircraft In Australia And New Zealand
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the pioneering flights of the early twentieth century to the sophisticated machines of the modern era, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Aircraft in Australia and New Zealand is the definitive reference work chronicling the full sweep of aviation history across the Antipodes. David Eyre presents a comprehensive catalogue of aircraft that have graced the skies of Australia and New Zealand, detailing the military workhorses, commercial airliners, and private craft that shaped two nations' relationships with flight — all richly supported by illustrations that bring each entry vividly to life. Eyre's meticulous research and authoritative voice make this volume an indispensable resource for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and collectors alike. The work situates each aircraft within its broader historical and technological context, illustrating how the tyranny of distance that defines the Australasian region drove extraordinary innovation in aviation. Whether you are a seasoned aeronautical scholar or a curious newcomer to the subject, this encyclopedia leaves one question irresistible: just how many remarkable stories are still waiting to be discovered in these pages?
Author: David Eyre
Format: Hardback
Genre: Transport & automotive
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the pioneering flights of the early twentieth century to the sophisticated machines of the modern era, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Aircraft in Australia and New Zealand is the definitive reference work chronicling the full sweep of aviation history across the Antipodes. David Eyre presents a comprehensive catalogue of aircraft that have graced the skies of Australia and New Zealand, detailing the military workhorses, commercial airliners, and private craft that shaped two nations' relationships with flight — all richly supported by illustrations that bring each entry vividly to life. Eyre's meticulous research and authoritative voice make this volume an indispensable resource for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and collectors alike. The work situates each aircraft within its broader historical and technological context, illustrating how the tyranny of distance that defines the Australasian region drove extraordinary innovation in aviation. Whether you are a seasoned aeronautical scholar or a curious newcomer to the subject, this encyclopedia leaves one question irresistible: just how many remarkable stories are still waiting to be discovered in these pages?