It covers a longer timespan, not just the Mitchell years, includes new material and is not a cut-and-paste from the earlier book, although, obviously, it does cover many of the same projects. The larger page format has allowed me to produce GA drawings at a larger scale too. Volume 2, which should be out this summer, covers bombers and fighters, and that runs right from 1914 through to 1958.
Thanks for sharing!
Very expressive illustration!
Just an illusion from the lighting angle and the curvature is readily apparent from the panel lines. The aerofoil was taken straight from the Supermarine blueprint so it is as intended for the project and not a matter of opinion or interpretation. Yes, there are outboard leading edge slats but they are not extended in this rendering, as you can see.
The publisher would have to answer that, but as it is only going to be around 7mm thick I'm sure that you can find a suitable gap in your library somewhere.
You would be surprised.
Thanks for sharing!
Many thanks!
Thank you! This biplane layout, IMHO, represent synthesis of proven and advanced solutions.
Yes, you are right. Both of the monoplane concepts used the variable incidence wing as designed for the Type 322 'Dumbo', and that had yet to be proven as the aircraft would not fly for another couple of years, so the biplane was the safe option The aircraft the amphibian was intended to replace, the Type 309 Sea Otter, also had no wing folding in its military form but would have when it was adapted later for civil use as the Type 503.
Volume 2, which should be out this summer, covers bombers and fighters, and that runs right from 1914 through to 1958.
Go on, treat yourself, its good value for money
Three weeks? It would have been quicker for me to bring a copy over by hand
. I guess Easter, King's birthday over there and all the fun and games with the tail back of lorries at Dover plus P&O ferries being on the naughty step all adds to the fun. I'm glad you enjoy the book
No, it isn't but I just checked with the publishers and the July publication date is still their plan. I'll let people know when it is listed
Thanks. I hope it comes up to your expectations
Agreed.
Its a subject that I discussed with the publisher and also a fellow author before the book was prepared. Opinion was divided as to what was preferable provided that the paper quality and printing could handle fine lines. Personally I prefer the lighter look, but I accept that others do not. Not too late (although we are talking days) to change things for Vol2 if there is strong feeling against the way Vol1 looks.
