Citation
(2007), "World Encyclopedia of Aero Engines", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 79 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/aeat.2007.12779cae.003
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2007, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
World Encyclopedia of Aero Engines
World Encyclopedia of Aero Engines
Bill GunstonFrom the Pioneers to the Present Day5th EditionSutton PublishingUK
Featuring new entries and updated throughout, this fifth edition of Bill Gunston's highly successful reference work describes and lists every major aeroplane engine produced. From the earliest piston engines of the Wright brothers from Dayton, Ohio, in 1903 to the latest multinational collaborative projects, every significant engine manufacturer in the world is included, conveniently arranged in alphabetical order.
Engine development has been critical to the evolution of aircraft and each engine is placed in its historical context. The author discusses all the important design features, incorporating the latest research into engines developed across the world over the last 100 years.
Behind every complex engine is a story of wealth, drama, arguments, triumphs and tragedies. This new book includes the key figures in engine development and their personal struggles that resulted in world-beating power plants such as the Rolls-Royce Merlin and the Pratt-Whitney PT6
Incorporates an informative glossary and illustrated with diagrams, charts and photographs, many of which are previously unpublished. This comprehensive guide will be of interest to all aviation enthusiasts, both amateur and professional alike.
Bill Gunston, a former RAF Pilot and Flying Instructor, is perhaps the best- known aviation writer in Britain today, with some 380 books published in a 50- year writing career. His recent books include Night Fighters: A Development and Combat History (2nd edition, 2003) and World Encyclopedia of Aircraft Manufacturers: From the Pioneers to the Present Day (2nd edition, 2005).
Details available from: Sutton Publishing, Tel: +44 01453 732 423; web site: www.suttonpublishing.co.uk