A compact but comprehensive guide to the iconic fighter planes that fought during World War II, which features fullcolorprofile artwork throughout.
World War II saw pilots from around the world battling in the skies over Europe, Asia and Africa, with victory resting upon their nerve, skill and the capabilities of some of history's most iconic aircraft. In the chaos of battle, it was vital that they could quickly identify friend from foe. But do you know your Hurricane from your Bf 109, or what the legendary P-51 Mustang looks like? Do you know the wingspan of the A6M Zero-sen, or how fast it could fly?
THE WORLD WAR II FIGHTER PLANES SPOTTER'S GUIDE answers all of these questions and more, providing essential information on over 90 legendary aircraft, from the celebrated Spitfire to the jet-powered Me 262. Featuring full-colour artwork to aid recognition, as well as all the details you need to assess their performance, this is the perfect pocket guide to the Allied and Axis fighters of World War II.
Tony Holmeshas worked as Osprey's aerospace editor since 1989, having previously served as an author/photographer for this publishing house in Australasia. He established the critically acclaimed and hugely popular Aircraft of the Aces series in 1994. Tony is based in the UK.
Avia B 534
Bell P-39 Airacobra
Bell P-63 Kingcobra
Bell P-59 Airacomet
Bloch MB.152
Boulton Paul Defiant
Brewster F2A Buffalo
Bristol Blenheim
Bristol Beaufighter
CAC Boomerang
Curtiss P-36/Hawk 75
Curtiss P-40B/C Tomahawk
Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawk/Warhawk
de Havilland Mosquito
Dewoitine D.520
Dornier Do 17/215/217
Douglas P-70/DB-7 Havoc
Fairey Fulmar
Fairey Firefly I
Fiat CR.32
Fiat CR.42 Falco
Fiat G.50 Freccia
Fiat G.55 Centauro
Focke-Wulf Fw 190A/F/G
Focke-Wulf Fw 190D-9
Focke-Wulf Ta 152
Focke-Wulf Ta 154
Fokker D.XXI
Gloster Gladiator
Gloster Meteor I/III
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