Military Aircraft Insignia of the World

Author: John Cochrane
Publisher: Flight Recorder Publications
ISBN: 9780955426872
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Once the flying machine was a practical proposition, its military use became evident and governments needed to develop a way of marking their property. Flying a flag was an obvious but ineffective and dangerous solution so painting the representation of the flag was the natural alternative. The first known markings to identify nationality were used in the 1910 Bombing Competition in Vienna where each competing machine carried its national colors. Formalized in 1912, precise shapes and colors of military markings were initially introduced by France closely followed by Romania. Organized by country in 2 volumes, Military Aircraft Insignia of the Worldbrings together global markings from such countries as Abkhazia, Afghanistan, Chad and Iran through to Kenya and Kuwait. Over 500 insignia combine with contemporary photographs and a brief history of the military air activity of that country to provide a wealth of information for the aviation historian and modeller alike.

Boneyard Nose Art

Author: Nicholas A. Veronico
Publisher: Stackpole Books
ISBN: 0811713083
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 210

Book Description
Another volume in the Stackpole Military Photo Series, Boneyard Nose Art gives readers a first-hand look at retired American military aircraft, emphasizing their nose art. Featuring aircraft from World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the Gulf Wars, over 300 color photos detail fighters, bombers, tankers, and transports, such as the B-2, B-17, F-16, C-130, and more. An ideal reference for modelers, military history enthusiasts, and art buffs, this title is also a perfect complement to the narrative accounts in the Stackpole Military History Series, including Airborne Combat, Coast Watching in WWII, and Flying American Combat Aircraft.

Tail Code

Author: Patrick Martin
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
ISBN: 9780887405136
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 240

Book Description
This full color book is a fully comprehensive reference work on USAF tail code markings, and covers all major command untis; Pacific Air Forces, Alaskan Air Command, TAC, Air Force Reserve, Air National Guard, USAFE, Air Training Command, Air Forces Logistics Command, and Air Force Systems Command. The tail codes are listed alphabetically and are cross-referenced in a tail code summary for ease of use. The 300 photographs show the variety of aircraft in the USAF arsenal.

Aircraft Camouflage and Markings, 1907-1954

Author: Bruce Robertson
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Airplanes
Languages : en
Pages : 244

Book Description

Aircraft of WWI

Author: Jack Herris
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
ISBN: 9781906626662
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Illustrated with detailed artworks of combat aircraft and their markings, 'The Essential Aircraft Identification Guide: Aircraft of WWI' is a comprehensive study of the aircraft that fought in the Great War of 1914–18. Arranged chronologically by theater of war and campaign, this book offers a complete organizational breakdown of the units on all the fronts, including the Eastern and Italian Fronts. Each campaign includes a compact history of the role and impact of aircraft on the course of the conflict, as well as orders of battle, lists of commanders and campaign aces such as Manfred von Richtofen, Eddie Rickenbacker, Albert Ball and many more.

Military Aircraft Markings 2015-Op/HS

Author: Howard J. Curtis
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781857803693
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
First published in the 1970s, Military Aircraft Markings has become an indispensable annual publication for any aircraft enthusiast, historian or student of military aviation. At the heart of Military Aircraft Markings 2015 is the most complete listing of all aircraft of the UK Armed Forces: Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, Royal Army, and associated units. For each entry the military serial, aircraft type, unit/operator and usual base is given. Further listings cover Ireland's military aircraft and historic aircraft in military markings. Other sections of MAM list American military aircraft based in Europe, overseas military aircraft which may be seen in the UK, unit markings and a unit serial number/letter de-code. Basic details of the UK's main military air bases, a maintenance unit cross-reference and detailed RAF Squadron markings help make up this essential guide to contemporary military aviation in the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. Previously published by Ian Allan Publishing, Military Aircraft Markings 2015 is fully revised and updated and now features a new, clearer layout and full color photo sections.

American Volunteer Group ‘Flying Tigers’ Aces

Author: Terrill J Clements
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472800591
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 229

Book Description
The American Volunteer Group, or 'Flying Tigers', have remained the most famous outfit to see action in World War II. Manned by volunteers flying American aircraft acquired from the British, the AVG fought bravely in the face of overwhelming odds in China and Burma prior to the US entry into World War II. Pilots such as 'Pappy' Boyington, R T Smith and John Petach became household names due to their exploits against the Japanese Army Air Force. The AVG legend was created flying the Curtis P-40 Tomahawk and Kittyhawk. This volume dispels the myths surrounding the colours and markings worn by these famous fighters.

Modern Military Airpower

Author: Thomas Newdick
Publisher: Amber Books
ISBN: 9781907446214
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
Illustrated with detailed artworks of modern military aircraft and their markings with exhaustive captions and specifications, this book is an extensively researched review of the equipment and organization of the world's air forces and their deployment in recent conflicts in Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere.

Modern Military Aircraft

Author: Thomas Newdick
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781782740667
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Illustrated with hundreds of detailed artworks of aircraft and their markings, Modern Military Aircraft is a comprehensive study of the fighting aircraft of every nationality from the beginning of the Cold War to the present. The book is split into two volumes, the first detailing aircraft in the Cold War era, and the second outlining aircraft from 1990 to the present day. Chapters are divided by theatre, then further subdivided by conflict and nationality. The first volume provides a comprehensive study of the airplanes in service with NATO and the Warsaw Pact from the end of World War II until the reunification of Germany in 1989. Famous aircraft employed in various Cold War conflicts are included, such as the Gloster Meteor, MiG-17, and Republic F-84 Thunderstreak, as well as lesser-known models, such as the Yak 23 and Shenyang F-6. The second volume provides a detailed analysis of aircraft since 1990, including ubiquitous workhorses such as the F-16 Fighting Falcon, Dassault Rafale, and MiG-21, as well as the latest in aviation technology, such as the Eurofighter EF2000, Sukhoi Su-30, and F-22A Raptor. Every type of aircraft is included, from frontline fighters, through transports, attack helicopters, reconnaissance aircraft, long-range bombers, and stealth fighters. Packed with more than 500 color artworks and photographs with exhaustive specifications, Modern Military Aircraft is a key reference for modelers and enthusiasts of modern military aviation.

Flying Colours

Author: William Green
Publisher: Salamander Books
ISBN: 9780861019441
Category : Airplanes, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 207

Book Description
Military aircraft have been variously daubed, cunningly camouflaged, boastfully personalized or otherwise extravagantly coloured since they first took to the air over 80 years ago. Flying Colours is a survey of this fascinating scene.