Taylor, Michael John Haddrick

Summarizes the more unusual developments in flight since 1945, including flying wings, VTOL's, rocket and jet belts for individuals, flying platforms, and the Edgley EA7 Optica, a slow-flying observation airplane less costly than a helicopter.

An illustrated chronology of the important dates in the history of flight and aircraft, from 1940 to the present.

An illustrated chronology of the important dates in the history of flight and aircraft, from ancient times to the middle of the twentieth century.

Presents the unusual and outstanding facts and feats of heavier-than-air flight, and also covers lighter-than-air craft and space flight.