Gloster Meteor,

Jones, Barry

Published by The Crowood Press, Wiltshire, England, 1988

About this Item

Crowood Aviation Series - - First Edition - - The Gloster Meteor typifies the advance of technology during World War Two more than any other type. Not only was it the first turbojet-powered aeroplane to enter service with the RAF, but it came from the Company that produced the Gladiator biplane fighter which was still in front-line service during the early war years. - The Meteor went on to enjoy a service career that spanned five decades. Built as a fighter, nightfighter, photo-reconnaissance aeroplane and trainer, it was also widely used as a trials aircraft and one example is still used for live-firing tests of ejector seats. - Barry Jones tells the full story of the design, development and - operational career of this extraordinary aeroplane. He also covers the export versions and trials aircraft in this well researched and illustrated book. 191 p. many photos Hardcover with dust jacket, large format. Seller Inventory # 23758

Bibliographic Details

Title: Gloster Meteor,

Publisher: The Crowood Press, Wiltshire, England

Publication Date: 1988

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: very good condition

Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

Edition: 1st Edition