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Planes - From the Wright Brothers to the Supersonic Jet
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Dive into the captivating world of aviation with 'Planes - From the Wright Brothers to the Supersonic Jet.' This exquisitely illustrated hardback book by Jan Van Der Veken explores the incredible journey of flight, featuring stunning visuals and insightful narratives. With dimensions of 240 x 290 mm and 104 pages, this book serves as a comprehensive history of airplanes and their technological advancements.
Learn how planes move through the air and discover the science behind aerodynamics, turbulence, and lift. Uncover the intricacies of aircraft anatomy, including vital components like ailerons, propellers, and flaps. This educational journey is complemented by fascinating profiles of historic planes that illustrate the evolution of aviation.
From the daring feats of pioneering aviators to record-breaking flights across continents, this book covers it all. It also features information on runway design, GPS systems, and communications in aviation. Special sections delve into experimental aircraft, including zeppelins and the legacy of the Concorde jet.
Jan Van Der Veken’s retro illustrations not only enhance the reader’s experience but also simplify complex concepts, making this a perfect read for budding aviators and aviation enthusiasts alike. 'Planes - From the Wright Brothers to the Supersonic Jet' is a must-have for anyone interested in understanding the miracle of flight and the art of aircraft design. Celebrate the history of aviation and inspire the next generation of pilots and engineers with this remarkable book.
Author: Jan Van Der Veken Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 240 x 290 mm
Pages: 104
Publication Date: 04-03-2021
How does a plane move through the air? What is turbulence? What do those lines on the runways mean? All these questions and many more are answered in this gorgeously illustrated history of planes and flight. The book opens with a basic introduction to plane anatomy and shows how aircrafts have developed over the ages. Readers will then learn about aerodynamics, the mechanics of wing shape and lift, and how ailerons, propellers, and flaps work. There's even a section on communications systems, runway design, and GPS. Profiles of famous historic planes illustrate basic principles throughout the book. Readers will find out about record-breaking flights across continents and oceans; how "flying wings" evolved into the B-2 bomber; and where the world's most treacherous runways are located. A section on experimental aircraft looks at zeppelins, flying cars, and the fate of the Concorde jet. Jan Van Der Veken's lushly colored, retro drawings detail everything from plane design to the physics of flight and provide the perfect companion to his engaging text. Budding aviators will linger over every detail of this information-packed book that serves both to demystify and celebrate the miracle of flight.
Learn how planes move through the air and discover the science behind aerodynamics, turbulence, and lift. Uncover the intricacies of aircraft anatomy, including vital components like ailerons, propellers, and flaps. This educational journey is complemented by fascinating profiles of historic planes that illustrate the evolution of aviation.
From the daring feats of pioneering aviators to record-breaking flights across continents, this book covers it all. It also features information on runway design, GPS systems, and communications in aviation. Special sections delve into experimental aircraft, including zeppelins and the legacy of the Concorde jet.
Jan Van Der Veken’s retro illustrations not only enhance the reader’s experience but also simplify complex concepts, making this a perfect read for budding aviators and aviation enthusiasts alike. 'Planes - From the Wright Brothers to the Supersonic Jet' is a must-have for anyone interested in understanding the miracle of flight and the art of aircraft design. Celebrate the history of aviation and inspire the next generation of pilots and engineers with this remarkable book.
Author: Jan Van Der Veken Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 240 x 290 mm
Pages: 104
Publication Date: 04-03-2021
How does a plane move through the air? What is turbulence? What do those lines on the runways mean? All these questions and many more are answered in this gorgeously illustrated history of planes and flight. The book opens with a basic introduction to plane anatomy and shows how aircrafts have developed over the ages. Readers will then learn about aerodynamics, the mechanics of wing shape and lift, and how ailerons, propellers, and flaps work. There's even a section on communications systems, runway design, and GPS. Profiles of famous historic planes illustrate basic principles throughout the book. Readers will find out about record-breaking flights across continents and oceans; how "flying wings" evolved into the B-2 bomber; and where the world's most treacherous runways are located. A section on experimental aircraft looks at zeppelins, flying cars, and the fate of the Concorde jet. Jan Van Der Veken's lushly colored, retro drawings detail everything from plane design to the physics of flight and provide the perfect companion to his engaging text. Budding aviators will linger over every detail of this information-packed book that serves both to demystify and celebrate the miracle of flight.
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