Baker, David

Convair B-36 Peacemaker: 1949-59 (Owners' Workshop Manual)

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ISBN 13:
9781785211935
author:
Baker, David
format:
Hardback
publisher:
J H Haynes & Co Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2020
Pages:
224
Dimensions:
27 x 21 centimeters
Genre:
Nonfiction, Transport, Aviation,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 4 working days
£20.58

Description

The Convair B-36 Peacemaker Owners' Workshop Manual offers a detailed look at one of the most iconic aircraft of the Cold War era. This comprehensive guide covers the design, technical and engineering aspects of the ten-engine bomber, including its various variants deployed by the US Air Force Strategic Air Command. With its powerful 2,500hp Pratt & Whitney radial engines and longest wingspan ever recorded, the B-36 was a formidable force in the skies during the 1950s. The aircraft's capabilities made it an ideal tool for nuclear retaliation and photographic reconnaissance missions, playing a significant role in the US military's arsenal. This manual provides a highly detailed description of the B-36's structure and systems, making it an invaluable resource for enthusiasts and historians alike.

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