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IN the preparation of this volume I have been assisted by many friends. I am especially indebted to the courtesy of Mr. W. M. Letts, the presiding genius of the destinies of Crossley Motors, Limited, for permission to it and roam over the magnificent National Aircraft Factory which he built and equipped at Heaton Chapel, Stoekport, to meet the national demand for aeroplanes, and to his technical staff {in regard to the extension of information concerning the construction and equipment of the aeroplane. My thanks are also due to Messrs. Short Brothers, Limited, for facilities to it the naval airship works at Cardington, Bedford, and to Mr. E. H. Mitchell, the General Manager of the establishment. Partiarly in connection with the construction of vessels for trans-oceanic service. I am similarly under an obligation to Messrs. Iliffe and Coatalen for permission to wander over their works to follow the construction of aircraft engines through their many stages, and also to the Handley Page Aeroplane Company, the operations of which I was enabled to study at close quarters. I have likewise received every courtesy and all desired information from the British and Colonial Aeroplane Company, Limited, of Bristol; Messrs. Vickers,' Limited.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the relatively recent history of the airplane, a machine that has only been around for a little over a century. Despite its youth, the airplane has revolutionized the way we travel and has opened up new possibilities for exploration and commerce. The author, an experienced aviation expert, provides a comprehensive overview of the airplane's development, from its humble beginnings as a curiosity at the beginning of the 20th century, to its crucial role in both world wars, and finally to its widespread use in civilian aviation today. The book explores the technical challenges involved in designing and building an airplane, from the aerodynamics of flight to the development of powerful and efficient engines. Additionally, the text examines the social and economic impact of the airplane, from its role in shaping the outcome of wars to its transformative effect on travel and trade. The book's insights into the development of the airplane and its impact on the world highlight how this invention has shaped the course of human history and continues to hold immense potential for shaping our future. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282924263_0
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