Ｙ．Ａ - Aviation 1

"This memoir is a tribute to the author's service in World War II. It is a realistic look at the life of a carrier pilot, eschewing any attempt at glory-seeking, instead delving into their concerns,……続きを見る

The most produced Japanese bomber of the war, the G4M saw action on every front from the first day of the Pacific conflict through to VJ-Day. The 'Betty's' very long range made it a key weapon durin……続きを見る

The most eagerly anticipated book in the Combat Aircraft series, this volume tells the complete combat history of Japan's most deadly ship-killing aircraft. The Aichi Type 99 Carrier Bomber (D3A) – ……続きを見る

An illustrated volume on the Raiden and Shiden, which both proved to be more than a match for Allied Fighters over the Pacific, ideal for those with interest in Japanese aviation during World War 2.……続きを見る

L'histoire poignante de ces pilotes japonais sacrifiés pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale A l’heure actuelle, il existe encore des hommes et des femmes qui apprennent, jour après jour, les moindres ……続きを見る

As its title implies, F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Fighter – An Illustrated Developmental History covers the design and testing of the Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Fighter, one of the most revolution……続きを見る

Kathy traded her childhood for a wedding gown to be with the only man to challenge her. Three years later, Johnny traded his stagnant future for an Army uniform to fulfill his lifelong dream of flyi……続きを見る

As the first cultural history of Palestinian aviation, Palestine in the Air reveals civil aviation's role in the 'question of Palestine' over the past century. How do Palestinians-as individuals, co……続きを見る

"Lively and entertaining . . . Those fearlessly determined female pilots are the professional forebears of the women who would slowly break down barriers in the U.S. military in the decades that fol……続きを見る

The Lightning Warfare that changed history forever If Hitler had failed in his invasion of Western Europe in 1940 he could well have been assassinated by a group of his senior officers. But he decis……続きを見る

David Greville-Heygate was one of the few men who served in both the army and the Royal Air Force during the Second World War, but it was in the sky that he really earned his stripes. Stalking the s……続きを見る

The most produced Japanese bomber of the war, the G4M saw action on every front from the first day of the Pacific conflict through to VJ-Day. The 'Betty's' very long range made it a key weapon durin……続きを見る

The fascinating story of the Germans' and Italians' great aerial siege of the British colony of Malta, one of the longest air campaigns of World War II, alongside superb, specially commissioned artw……続きを見る

The history of how the Luftwaffe planned to knock out Holland, but instead suffered wounds against the Dutch that would come to haunt them in the Battle of Britain. The German invasion of the Nether……続きを見る

This book examines public perceptions of the legitimacy of drones, and how this affects countries’ policies on and the global governance of drone warfare. Scholars recognize that legitimacy is centr……続きを見る

A fascinating analysis of the World War II battle between Great Britain and France to ensure French ships were kept out of German hands during World War II. Following France's armistice with the Axi……続きを見る

In "Angel Agnes," Charles Wesley Alexander weaves a poignant narrative that explores themes of spirituality, redemption, and the profound connections between the human and the divine. Through a rich……続きを見る

A comprehensive account of the World War II Allied bombing campaign to destroy pivotal Romanian oil refineriesーby the retired Marine Corps fighter pilot. Unlike previous books on Ploesti, Jay Stout……続きを見る

The true story of the B-25 pilot who "fought a personal aerial war to retrieve his family from Japanese captivity in the Philippines . . . stirring" (Barrett Tillman, author of Whirlwind: The Air Wa……続きを見る

Global Mission is General “Hap” Arnold’s personal story of his life and military career and a history of American military aviation with particular emphasis on World War II. “For twenty years prior ……続きを見る

An extensive guide to Japan's Naval Air Force Fighter Units and their ace pilots during conflicts in the 1930s and '40s, now in English. The book begins by looking at the land- and aircraft carrier-……続きを見る

From a historian, retired fighter pilot, and combat aviation specialist, "the finest book yet written about the air war over Europe during World War II." ( Air & Space, Smithsonian magazine ) As des……続きを見る

An extensive guide to Japan's Army Air Force Units and their ace pilots during conflicts in the 1930s and '40s, now in English. Commencing with a detailed study of the development, equipment, and op……続きを見る

From the author of Da Nang Diary: A military history of the Battle of Hamburger Hill and other fights between the NVA and the US and its Vietnamese allies. Throughout the Vietnam War, one focal poin……続きを見る

A look at the transformation of aerial combat during World War I and the pilots of every country who were celebrated for shooting down enemy aircraft. By the time of the outbreak of the First World ……続きを見る

San Diego Book Award Winner: "An excellent overview of the U.S. Army Air Forces' war against Nazi Germany." ーBarrett Tillman, author of Whirlwind: The Air War Against Japan 1942–1945 Bronze medalis……続きを見る

This manual is the text for training as a B-25 pilot and airplane commander. The manual serves the dual purpose of a training checklist and working handbook. HISTORY OF THE MITCHELL BOMBER B-25 Firs……続きを見る

The most eagerly anticipated book in the Combat Aircraft series, this volume tells the complete combat history of Japan's most deadly ship-killing aircraft. The Aichi Type 99 Carrier Bomber (D3A) – ……続きを見る

For anyone with the will to become a U.S. naval aviator, the future begins now. Marine fighter pilot and combat veteran Jay Stout shows us just what it takes to be a U.S. naval aviator in the twenty……続きを見る

Britain’s first-ever wartime fighter plane, the Hawker Hurricane, shot down more enemy planes than any other fighter. It was the true aviation hero of the Battle of Britain. Often eclipsed by the le……続きを見る