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Author: Peter C. Brown
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2018-07-15
Total Pages: 163
ISBN-13: 1445677709
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPeter C. Brown explores the fascinating history of Prestwick Airport with a selection of old and new photographs.
Author: Peter C. Brown
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2013-10-15
Total Pages: 147
ISBN-13: 1445615606
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Edinburgh Airport has changed and developed over the last century.
Author: Rob Bowater
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2015-02-15
Total Pages: 155
ISBN-13: 1445622998
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Glasgow Airport has changed and developed over the last century.
Author: Charles Woodley
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2011-11-15
Total Pages: 128
ISBN-13: 1445611066
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Stansted Airport has changed and developed over the last 70 years.
Author: Peter C. Brown
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Published: 2012-09-15
Total Pages: 152
ISBN-13: 1445624052
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis fascinating selection of photographs traces some of the many ways in which Southend Airport has changed and developed over the last century
Author: Dougal McIntyre
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Published: 2004-01-01
Total Pages: 146
ISBN-13: 9781903953594
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Great Britain. Department for Transport
Publisher: The Stationery Office
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 184
ISBN-13: 9780101604628
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis White Paper sets out a strategic policy framework for the development of airport capacity in the UK over the next 30 years. Chapters focus on the following: the strategic framework; the environmental impacts; the air transport sector. It also looks at individual regions and the impact for them, including: Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, also the North of England, the Midlands, the South West and finally the South East. The framework itself can be used by public bodies, air operators and airlines for future planning applications. It also sets out the Government and devolved administrations' conclusions on the case for future airport expansion, taking into account the large consultation exercise of over half million respondents. This paper provides reasons why airport capacity should be expanded, but recommends a balanced approach to the issue. Among the reasons are: the economic importance of air travel for the country’s economy and the increased desire amongst the population for foreign travel, which should be balanced against minimizing, where possible the environmental effects to an area where airports are situated. These are some of the main cases for future development following a full environmental assessment: for Scotland: an additional runway at Edinburgh Airport; substantial terminal development at Glasgow Airport. For Wales: further terminal development needed at Cardiff airport. For Northern Ireland: development of increased capacity at Belfast. For the North of England: additional terminal capacity provided at Manchester Airport and development of increased capacity at Liverpool John Lennon Airport. For the Midlands: additional runway for Birmingham. For South West England: expansion of Bristol Airport. For South East England: a new runway at Stansted; further development of Heathrow supported, including a further runway and additional terminal capacity. Some options though are not to be followed through, including: two new runways at Gatwick, a development of a second runway at Luton, and a new airport at Cliffe, a new airport of central Scotland, and a new airport at Rugby.
Author: Norman Ferguson
Publisher: The History Press
Published: 2011-11-30
Total Pages: 178
ISBN-13: 0752478737
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA quirky and original reference book containing 24 hours of history that have changed the worldAt what time was Guy Fawkes discovered underneath the Palace of Westminster? When was Captain Bligh ordered off the Bounty? At what time was Einstein's Theory of Relativity proved? What time was on the clock when Titanic sunk? All these questions and 400 more are answered here, giving a unique twist on how history is presented. Events are arranged not in order of place, theme, or date, but by the time of day they took place. There are 24 chapters, one for each hour of the day, with each chapter including major battles, assassinations, crimes, deaths, and disasters, all presented by the hour and minute they took place.
Author: Frederick Warren Merriam
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
Published: 2018-11-30
Total Pages: 202
ISBN-13: 1526726173
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe early years of aviation were marked by flimsy, unreliable machines and daring adventurous young men. One of the pioneer aviators leading the way in Britain was F. Warren Merriam who, following Louis Blriots first flight across the Channel in 1809, joined the Bristol and Colonial Aeroplane Company through which he obtained a Royal Aero Clubs aviators certificate.Much of the flying training in those early days was a case of the blind leading the blind and, as Merriam wrote, Flying was a dangerous business then. Airplanes were constantly breaking up in the air let alone on takeoff and landing; there were no parachutes and the pilots were ever expectant of mishaps. This was hardly the career for a decent young man and for a long time he had to keep his flying a secret from his parents.Aviation did indeed develop into a career, with Merriam becoming a certified instructor at Brooklands aerodrome. There he taught many of the men who became pioneers in aviation and others who joined the Royal Flying Corps that crossed to France in the early months of the First World War.The term pioneer could also be ascribed to Merriam for he was the first person in Britain to fly through the clouds. Until that day in 1912, it had been assumed that pilots would always stay within sight of the ground. Why would anyone want to go so high?This entertaining autobiography takes the reader on a journey through Merriams early flying career, from how it started through his first shaky solo, through a series of crashes into his First World War service. His account is the story of the early history of aviation, the development of aircraft and the personalities that led the way in those exciting, if risk-strewn days of yore.
Author: Christopher Winn
Publisher: Random House
Published: 2012-03-31
Total Pages: 292
ISBN-13: 1448146089
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe inspiration for the primetime ITV series on Great Britain, this is the ultimate journey around Scotland from bestselling author Christopher Winn. Travelling county by county, this irresistible miscellany unearths the enthralling stories, firsts, birthplaces, legends and inventions that shape the country's rich and majestic history. To uncover the spellbinding tales that lie hidden within Scotland's wild and romantic shores, to experience what inspired the country's powerful literature and towering castles, and to tread in the footsteps of her villains and victors, is to capture the spirit of this fascinating country and bring every place you visit to life. You will discover the story of the original 'sweetheart', John Balliol, whose embalmed heart is buried beside his devoted wife Devorgilla at Sweetheart Abbey in Kirkcudbrightshire. In Aberdeen you will find the only granite cathedral in the world. And you will hear the haunting echo of the Bear Gates of Traquair House in Peeblesshire were slammed shut when Bonnie Prince Charlie left Scotland in 1746 - legend has it that they will never be re-opened until a Stuart King once more sits on the throne. This beautifully illustrated treasure trove of interesting facts about the history of Scotland is the perfect gift, and will act as an eye-opening guide to this thrilling, alluring and ever-bewitching country.
