Самые известные самолеты мира

This wonderful illustrated encyclopedia is dedicated to man's dream come true - the machines that gave him wings. After reading it, you will be able to learn about the most famous aircraft: from the "dinosaurs" of aircraft construction - the "flying boat" of Mozhaisky and the "winged whatnot" of the Wright brothers to the conquerors of the formidable skies of the First World War - the elegant "Nieuports" and "Albatrosses", as well as the Second World War - deadly Yaks and Messerschmitts. The book tells about the first flights and records of "steel birds", the achievements of famous pilots. Winged helpers for peaceful days were not forgotten either: the hard-working Tu-104, the roomy Concorde, the mighty Antey, and the trouble-free U-2. For each aircraft, its tactical and technical characteristics, history of creation and design features are given. The most interesting facts and exciting stories about famous aircraft, accompanied by visual diagrams and photographs on the pages of this illustrated encyclopedia, will not leave indifferent even the most sophisticated readers.