Boeing: Planemaker To The World
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Hardcover - dust jacket
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A landmark work in aviation history, Boeing: Planemaker to the World chronicles the extraordinary rise of the Boeing Company from its humble Pacific Northwest origins to its status as the dominant force in commercial and military aviation. Robert Redding and Bill Yenne present a sweeping narrative that details the engineering milestones, corporate ambitions, and legendary aircraft — from the iconic B-17 Flying Fortress to the revolutionary 747 jumbo jet — that reshaped global air travel. Written with authority and enthusiasm, the book illustrates how Boeing's relentless innovation drove the entire aerospace industry forward throughout the twentieth century. Richly informative and meticulously researched, it stands as an essential reference for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and anyone fascinated by the machines that conquered the skies.
Author: Robert Redding & Bill Yenne
Format: Hardback
Published: 1990, Bison Books
Genre: Transport & automotive
Condition remarks:
Hardcover - dust jacket
Secondhand book: generally 'Very Good' to 'Excellent'. These are books which may have some slight wear and tear or sun fading on the edges. There may be an inscription at the front.
A landmark work in aviation history, Boeing: Planemaker to the World chronicles the extraordinary rise of the Boeing Company from its humble Pacific Northwest origins to its status as the dominant force in commercial and military aviation. Robert Redding and Bill Yenne present a sweeping narrative that details the engineering milestones, corporate ambitions, and legendary aircraft — from the iconic B-17 Flying Fortress to the revolutionary 747 jumbo jet — that reshaped global air travel. Written with authority and enthusiasm, the book illustrates how Boeing's relentless innovation drove the entire aerospace industry forward throughout the twentieth century. Richly informative and meticulously researched, it stands as an essential reference for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and anyone fascinated by the machines that conquered the skies.