Martin Mariner: Martin Mariner (Lanasta - Warplane) - Softcover

Book 13 of 15: Lanasta - Warplane

Braas, Nico; Bradic, Srecko

 
9789086161614: Martin Mariner: Martin Mariner (Lanasta - Warplane)

Synopsis

In 1937 The Glen Martin company started with the design of the model I62. This was a design for a twin engine high-wing monoplane flying boat with an inverted gull wing. As power plant one of the most powerful air-cooled radial engines then available was selected: the Wright R-200-6 Cyclone of 1600 hp maximum take-off power. This book presents an overview of the development and operational use of the Martin Mariner from XPBM-1 to PBM-5, with many photos and illustrations.

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About the Author

Nico Braas (1946-2022) was an author of books on aviation, known for, among others, Convair B-58 Hustler (2013), Boeing B-47 stratojet (2015) and Brewster Buffalo (2013).

In 1966, Srecko Bradic was born in Serbia. Since his childhood he had a wide interest in aviation. He had some flying experience on a Blanik glider, but his real passion is building aircraft models. In the last twenty years he was a regular contributor in magazines and books. His interest is in the field of historical research, modeling and art. In recent years his main focus is on digital aviation artwork

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