This encyclopedia provides a complete guide to the world''s air arms, ranging from the might of the United States Air Force and Russian air force, to the smallest air arms in the developing world.'
More than 650 of the world's greatest military aircraft, with full specifications, development history, and service details. Contains over 700 photographs and full-color artworks. Featured aircraft include: Avro Lancaster, Boeing B-52, Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawk, DeHavilland Mosquito, Douglas SBD Dauntless, English Electric Lightning, Focke-Wulf FW 190, Gloster Meteor, Junker JU-87 Stuka, Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor, McDonnel Douglas F-18 Hornet, MiG-29 Fulcrum, North American P-51 Mustang, Republic F-84 Thunderjet, Supermarine Spitfire. -- publisher.