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# Ranked #29 in Aviation & #30 in Aerospace Engineering 315+ reviews with 4.7/5 star rating Comprehensive coverage from WWI to supersonic jets Fighter Aircraft, The World Encyclopedia of: An illustrated history from the early planes of World War I to the supersonic jets of today

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## Summary

> ✈️ Own the skies of history and innovation with every page turned!

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- **What is this?** Fighter Aircraft, The World Encyclopedia of: An illustrated history from the early planes of World War I to the supersonic jets of today
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## Why This Product

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## Key Features

- • **Visual Masterclass:** Richly illustrated pages bring historic and modern jets to life.
- • **Collector’s Pride:** A 2.5-pound hardcover treasure for your professional library or coffee table.
- • **Top-Ranked Authority:** Trusted by enthusiasts and professionals alike, ranked in top aviation books.
- • **Epic Aviation Timeline:** Explore fighter aircraft evolution from biplanes to hypersonic marvels.
- • **Expertly Curated Content:** Written by Francis Crosby, a renowned aviation historian.

## Overview

Fighter Aircraft, The World Encyclopedia of is a definitive illustrated history book by Francis Crosby, covering fighter planes from World War I’s earliest models to today’s supersonic jets. Weighing 2.5 pounds, this highly rated (4.7/5) and top-ranked aviation reference (#29 in Aviation) offers detailed visuals and expert insights, making it a must-have for aviation professionals and enthusiasts eager to stay ahead in aerospace knowledge.

## Description

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Review: Great book, good information
Review: This is an excellent book for those of us interested in aviation.. Highly recommended

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | 0754834743 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #40,447 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #28 in Aviation #30 in Aerospace Engineering #184 in Astronomy & Space Science |
| Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (315) |
| Dimensions  | 22.58 x 2.29 x 29.13 cm |
| Edition  | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10  | 0754833518 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0754834748 |
| Item weight  | 1.05 Kilograms |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 256 pages |
| Publication date  | 13 March 2020 |
| Publisher  | Lorenz Books |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***K on 31 December 2025*

Great book, good information

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***T on 24 April 2025*

This is an excellent book for those of us interested in aviation.. Highly recommended

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***L on 20 August 2025*

Great illustrations. Good synopsis about aircraft.

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