Aircraft / Graham, Ian

Describes the development of airplanes over the years and provides information about various models while focusing on those characteristics which promote speed in flight.

Explains how airplanes fly, provides background on the beginnings of aviation, and describes several kinds of aircraft, including big airliners, business jets, fighters, and stealth planes, covering their lengths, wingspans, speeds, and unique capabilities and characteristics.

Describes how engines, wings, and controls of airplanes and helicopters work.