Description: Lockheed Constellation by Wolfgang Borgmann A concise illustrated history of the Lockheed Constellation, Super Constellation and Starliner FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A concise illustrated history of the Lockheed Constellation, Super Constellation and Starliner The Lockheed Constellation is the definitive postwar prop airliner. The type was developed during the Second World War by a talented and famous development team, which included Howard Hughes and Kelly Johnson. This book provides a colorful illustrated history of the type. Readers will enjoy several hundred vintage photographs featuring aircraft and airlines from all over the world. There is ample coverage for all three major commercial variants of the aircraft: the Constellation, the Super Constellation, and the Starliner. Wartime service by military versions is also described. She was affectionally named "Mona Lisa of the Skies" by her fans, and the Constellations graceful lines were the epitome of elegance and beauty in the "golden age" of air transport. One chapter is dedicated to the special features and extra comforts provided by luxury carriers. Even freighter models and conversions are detailed in their own chapter as well. AUTHOR: Wolfgang Borgmanns enthusiasm for aviation was passed on to him by his parents, who were active in the aviation field. In his early years, he began building up an aviation historical collection that provides numerous rare photos and documents, as well as exciting background information, for his books. Since April 2000, Borgmann has been active as an author and freelance aviation journalist. He lives in Oerlinghausen, Germany. His website is SELLING POINTS: . The Constellation was the product of an incredibly talented and famous development team, which included Howard Hughes and Kelly Johnson . This work includes all three major commercial variants of the aircraft: the Constellation, the Super Constellation, and the Starliner . Readers will enjoy hundreds of wonderful images of the "Connie," an aircraft particularly known for its elegance and speed 260 colour and b/w photos Author Biography Wolfgang Borgmanns enthusiasm for aviation was passed on to him by his parents, who were active in the aviation field. In his early years, he began building up an aviation historical collection that provides numerous rare photos and documents, as well as exciting background information, for his books. Since April 2000, Borgmann has been active as an author and freelance aviation journalist. He lives in Oerlinghausen, Germany. His website is Details ISBN0764368222 Author Wolfgang Borgmann Pages 144 Publisher Schiffer Publishing Ltd Series Legends of Flight Year 2024 ISBN-13 9780764368226 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2024-11-28 Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd Subtitle A Legends of Flight Illustrated History Place of Publication Atglen Country of Publication United States Illustrations 260 color and b/w photos Audience General US Release Date 2024-11-28 ISBN-10 0764368222 UK Release Date 2024-11-28 DEWEY 629.133343 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161429060;
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