The History of Black Country Aviation
By Alec Brew.
Description
The Black Country's place in aviation history is indisputable, ranging from the balloon that took off from Wolverhampton Gas Works in 1862, setting a world altitude record, to the powered flight controls for the European fighter aircraft, destined to serve well into the next century. In a wide-ranging and fascinating account, the achievements of numerous Black Country firms are brought to life, including Sunbeam, the premier aero-engine supplier at the beginning of the First World War, and Boulton Paul, the makers of one of the Battle of Britain fighters, the Defiant. As well as descri...
ISBN(s)
0750904046, 9780750904049
