Gloster Meteor
Jones, Barry
Crowood Aviation Series
First Edition
The Gloster Meteor typifies the advance of technology during World War Two more than any other type. Not only was it the first turbojet-powered aeroplane to enter service with the RAF, but it came from the Company that produced the Gladiator biplane fighter which was still in front-line service during the early war years.
The Meteor went on to enjoy a service career that spanned five decades. Built as a fighter, nightfighter, photo-reconnaissance aeroplane and trainer, it was also widely used as a trials aircraft and one example is still used for live-firing tests of ejector seats.
Barry Jones tells the full story of the design, development and
operational career of this extraordinary aeroplane. He also covers the export versions and trials aircraft in this well researched and illustrated book.
Hardcover with dust jacket, large format
191 Seiten / pages
many photos
very good condition
Wiltshire, England - 1988 - The Crowood Press
Art.Nr. 23758
