Clear photographs, colorful artwork, and text show the world of flying machines, from the Wright Brothers to the technological marvels of the future, explaining engines and other aspects of flight on the way.
Richard Platt has written more than 60 books for children. His best-known works are DK's Cross-Section titles which have sold more than 2 million copies and the prize-winning Pirate Diary and Castle Diary.
Consultant - Ian Graham specialises in aeronautical engineering for a wide-ranging readership. Previous books for children include How to Fly a 747 and Space Travel in DK's e.explore series.