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Lockheed Constellation : Pictorial History by Peter M. Bowers and Curtis K. Stringfellow (1992, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherMBI Publishing Company LLC
ISBN-100879383798
ISBN-139780879383794
eBay Product ID (ePID)282488
Product Key Features
Number of Pages144 Pages
Publication NameLockheed Constellation : Pictorial History
LanguageEnglish
SubjectAviation / General, Aviation / Piloting & Flight Instruction, Aeronautics & Astronautics
Publication Year1992
TypeTextbook
Subject AreaTransportation, Technology & Engineering
AuthorPeter M. Bowers, Curtis K. Stringfellow
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight22.4 Oz
Item Length10.5 in
Item Width9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN89-012809
Dewey Edition20
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal387.7/3343
SynopsisThe first volume in an exciting new series about piston-engined civil airliners of the 1940s and '50s, this book uses the best archival material available from Lockheed and several U.S. airlines to illustrate the complexity of building what was arguably the most stylish piston-engined airliner ever -- the majestic Constellation. Created in response to a requirement issued by the flamboyant owner of TWA, Howard Hughes, in late 1939, the Constellation was soon ordered by other airlines due to its unmatched ability to fly non-stop from the East Coast to the West Coast at a constant 300 miles per hour. All the major prototype, pre-production, and civil service variants are shown in production ar the Lockheed plant in California, and in service with various operators around the globe. Period color photography is also included, featuring Lockheed and airline advertisements. Detailed captions and a concise narrative outline the manufacturing procedures, while appendices includes comprehensive production batch lists, performance data, and a double-page cutaway.
LC Classification NumberTL686.L6S77 1992
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- 28 Jun, 2016
Lockheed Constellation by Curtis Stringfellow and Peter Bowers
Well-written history of the evolutionary design, development and service history of the iconic Lockheed airliner and military airplane. Well-illustrated. Good description of the many military models used by the Navy, Air Force and Army up through the 1970's. An interesting chapter ("Accidents and Incidents") covers several unusual or remarkable stories involving civilian and military Constellations. This reader is puzzled, however, by the authors' omission of any mention of the 1969 downing of a U.S. Navy EC-121 Super Constellation over the Sea of Japan by North Korean MiGs, killing all 34 members of its crew. This remains one of the most significant international incidents involving the design and any history of the type falls short of being comprehensive without it. A good read and reference work, nevertheless.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 01 May, 2024
Spent almost 7 yrs fm late '56 til early '64 w/about 4K total hrs in a Navy Airborne Early squadron as a Radar/Radio/ECM/Operator and loved every min
Spent almost 7 yrs fm late '56 til early '64 w/about 4K total hrs in a Navy Airborne Early squadron as a Radar/Radio/ECM/Operator and loved every minute. Loved this bird and my job. This book will add to my extensive collection and hopefully my children will also get some idea of what I did before they came along. AAAAA Excellent transaction in every way. Thanks Haul Carnes ACC USN/FAA Retired and Blessed.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 06 Jun, 2024
very good book, great photos, thanks.
very good book, great photos, thanks.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 17 Feb, 2021
Excellent source of information on one of the most beautiful aircraft ever designed.
Excellent source of information on one of the most beautiful aircraft ever designed. Very thorough and readable.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
