Gillett, Steph

Bristol and Gloucestershire Aerospace Industry

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ISBN 13:: 9781445663326
author:: Gillett, Steph
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Amberley Publishing
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 128
Dimensions:: 23.4 x 16.5 centimetres (0.30 kg
Genre:: Nonfiction, Transport, Aviation
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 10 working days

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The Bristol and Gloucestershire Aerospace Industry explores the history and significance of the region's aviation heritage. From its early beginnings with the British & Colonial Aeroplane Company in 1910, to the development of iconic aircraft such as the Concorde, this book delves into the industrial, social, and technological aspects of the aerospace industry. The author utilises a range of archives to create a unique and well-illustrated view of aviation around Bristol and Gloucestershire. The story includes notable companies like BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Dowty, Parnall, and Gloster Aircraft, which played significant roles in shaping the region's aerospace industry. This book provides a comprehensive look at the aerospace industry in Bristol and Gloucestershire, shedding light on its enduring impact on the region.

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