The Boeing aircraft corporation has been at the forefront of innovation and experimentation in the design of airplanes. From the beginning its designers overcame great technical problems to develop such legendary aircraft as the B-17 and B-29 bombers of WWII, the B-47 Stratojet and B-52 Stratofortress strategic bombers, and record breaking civil types including the B.707 and B.747 Jumbo Jet. This book tells the story of Boeing - the men, the prototypes, and the individual planes that made the name famous.

2004, Galago Books, , 0946995710,< M-01>,A4 format, 33pp, 19 b/w and 3 colour photos & illustrations, New in card cover, , CARD
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 35017-01..............................£6.00 

Osprey Colour series. The book captures the art and technology of private flying over five decades from the twilight of the Edwardian era. Featuring Stearmans, Tiger Moths, Monocoupes and many more, all active at the time of publication and kept in airworthy condition.

1985, Osprey Publishing, , 0850456401,< M-01>,128pp. profusely illustrated in colour., Good in card covers, , CARD
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 37769-01..............................£6.00 

This book chronicles the history of Pan American World Airways, believed by many to be the world's greatest airline. From its modest beginnings in 1927 Pan Am grew to encompass the entire globe, always pioneering new routes, experimenting with the newest and best available aircraft, accumulating valuable experience in long-distance navigation. The author presents the story in sections, each organized around the acquisition of a new aircraft or the expansion of its air routes. The book recreates the step-by-step growth of commercial aviation technology, from the early Fokkers and Ford Tri-Motors to today's giant Boeing, Douglas, and Lockheed turbojets. The book predates the Lockerbie tragedy and Pan Am's subsequent demise in 1991.

1987, Hamlyn, , 0600556719,< M-01>,landscape format, 90pp, c150 b/w & colour illustrations, good in d/w, ,
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 37225-01..............................£10.00 

An Illustrated History of the Deployment of Dogs by the Royal Air Force Police since 1942. This informative book traces the colourful history of the RAF Police Dog Section over the last 60 years. During this time the branch has earned a glowing reputation at home and abroad for the high standard of training exhibited by its dog teams, and for its highly professional use of dogs for patrols and specialist duties. Illustrated with many photographs, and enlivened by first-hand accounts from former dog handlers, it is will be invaluable to those interested the use of dogs for security purposes.

2005, Woodfield Publishing, , 9781846830006,< M-01>,285pp, 47 b/w photos, New in card cover, , CARD
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 35279-01..............................£18.00 

Part.1. Historical Survey. A brief outline of the history and development of mechanical flight with reference to the National Aeronautical Collection. Part II Their History and development as illustrated by the National Aeronautical Collection in the Science Museum, with descriptive notes. Both books have rubbed covers and light foxing on the endpapers. Small tear to top of spine on Part II.

1949, Science Museum, , ,< M-01>,75pp + 108pp, , , CARD
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 37514-01..............................£10.00 

The history and future of aviation as perceived in the late 1950s. The author looks at developments in aviation from balloons, gliders, and Zeppelins through airplanes, international airlines, jet propulsion, and space vehicles.

1960, Vantage Press, , ,< M-01>,300pp, 43 illustrations, Good in worn d/w, ,
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 17845-01..............................£8.00 

An illustrated record of the airship's failure. Deighton discusses the dauntless task faced by the airship designer to make a rigid airship light enough to lift into the sky, yet strong enough to endure the forces of nature it would encounter.

1978, Book Club Associates, , ,< M-01>,73pp, over 80 ills, landscape format, Previous owner name on endpaper. vg in dw, ,
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 29850-01..............................£8.00 

A vivid account of the Battle of Britain. The author carried out extensive research and explains the strategic position, Dowding and Fighter Command that he had developed and readied, the weapons and electronics that played such a vital role, and the tactics that were used in the battle.

1979, Triad/Panther, , 0586046119,< M-01>,335pp illustrations, very good in card covers, , CARD
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 17995-04..............................£3.00 

An account of the development of military night flying. Looks at the formative years; the inter-war period; WWII; airborne radar; technological developments; the peak of Luftwaffe nightfighter efficiency; the Jet Age. Appendices cover German Night Raids First World War: Night Ops Log of 1 Jagdkorps, Sept 1943-May 1944: Luftwaffe Night Intruder Ops: Orders of Battle of Nightfighter Units in the Second World War

1995, Cassell, , 9780304354450,< M-01>,256pp, photos, appendices, index, Good in creased card covers, , CARD
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 28054-01..............................£3.00 

Each book in this series is an attempt to recreate a window on the past. The original photographs of this aircraft in wartime are supplemented by modern photographs of them in restoration. Accompanied by detailed text on wartime operations and on the construction.

2000, Airlife Publishing, , 18403670491,< M-01>,Large Format. 64pp profusely illustrated, Good in card covers, , CARD
Subject...Aviation - General
Web No. 7606-01..............................£4.00