Gordon Wilson (Editor)
The Lancaster Manual 1943
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445614427
- author:
- Gordon Wilson (Editor)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 313
- Dimensions:
- 2.5 x 12.7 x 19.7 cm
- Genre:
- History, Military History, Armed Forces
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Lancaster Manual 1943 This comprehensive guide to flying, navigating, and operating the Lancaster bomber has been compiled from original manuals and instructions issued by the RAF during World War II. For the first time, these documents are brought together in a single volume, providing a unique insight into the inner workings of this iconic aircraft. The book includes expert commentary from Gordon Wilson, an aviation historian and former military pilot, as well as detailed information on the Lancaster's engineering, crew roles, navigation, and bomb-aiming techniques. This collection of documents offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of those who flew the Lancaster, and is a valuable resource for historians and enthusiasts alike.