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Handley Page Victor: The History and Development of a Classic Jet (Pen and Sword Large Format Aviation Books) - Hardcover
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The Handley Page Victor was the longest serving V-Bomber to serve with the RAF. It was conceived in 1945 and after much research and development the Mk 1 entered service in the 1950s to become part of the UK’s deterrent force. Its claim was that it could fly faster, higher and further than any comparable aircraft of that era. It boasted a unique crescent wing shape and was the most handsome of the three types of V bomber. It was later extensively modified to become the RAF’s main tanker aircraft for in-flight refueling purposes and served in that role until 1993.
Commencing with the first design trials and test flights, each chapter includes personnel recollections from pilots and design staff, and is solidly based on official government and company reports, many of which are included. The text explains the introduction and operation once it was in RAF service and explains the nuclear weapons role and the many experiments that took place to perfect the weapon systems. The Mk 2 was a much improved model and many were adapted for tanker duties.
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Roger Brooks is an author and historian.
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"... A first class reference for serious aircraft and aviation history buffs." (Midwest Book Review)
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- PublisherPen and Sword Aviation
- Publication date2007
- ISBN 10 1844154114
- ISBN 13 9781844154111
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages256
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The Handley Page Victor: The History and Development of a Classic Jet - Volume One - The HP80 Prototype & The Mark 1
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The Handley Page Victor: The History & Development of a Classic Jet : Volume I - The HP 80 Protype and the Mark I Series
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Volume 1 only. Black cloth boards with gilt lettering to spine. Boards are generally in very good order save for a small white spot to the rear. No particular bumping or wear to corners or edges. Spine is intact and bright. Textblock is tight, bright and clean. 240 pp. Pictoral finished paper dust jacket with blue lettering to spine and front. Dj is in a good condition albeit with some very mild creasing to the edges. Additional photos are available upon request. When securely packed this item will weigh in the region of 1006g. Unless specifically mentioned, all our books are photographed so you can see what you are buying. ABE may, however, display a stock image whilst processing ours. (YBP Ref: 033710:13f) Size: 8vo - over 73/4" - 93/4" Tall Language: ENG 1006 G. Book. Seller Inventory # 033710
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The Handley Page Victor: The History and Development of a Classic Jet
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