Supermarine Seafire
Darling, Kev
Crowood Aviation Series
First Edition
From the very beginning of World War Two the Supermarine Spitfire was one of the deadliest weapons in the RAF's armoury. Its high speed and manoeuvrability made it both effective and highly popular, and it is on the face of it hardly surprising that it was quickly decided to produce a version for the Fleet Air Arm for Operation from the Royal Navy's growing carrier fleet.
Adapted for carrier operation by the addition of an arrestor hook and folding wings, the Seafire performed well in the air but was notoriously difficult to land on a ship, and as a result Seafire casualties were very high. But it was nonethless an interesting aeroplane that saw service throughout the war and played a vital part in the Pacific war, including defence of the Iwo Jima landings. This highly illustrated book tells the whole story of an aircraft which, despite its impeccable pedigree, has often been overlooked.
Hardcover with dust jacket, large format
174 Seiten / pages
many photos
very good condition
Wiltshire, England - 2008 - The Crowood Press
Art.Nr. 23766
