German Fighter Aircraft in World War I: Design, Construction and Innovation

by Mark Wilkins

Fighter aircraft were developed during World War I at an unprecedented rate, as nascent air forces sought to achieve and maintain air supremacy. German manufacturers innovated at top speed, while constantly scrutinizing the development of new enemy aircraft. The Germans also utilized the concept of systematic production or modular engineering during the war--Fokker capitalized on this aspect with all his aircraft built in a similar fashion--wooden...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1612006191
• ISBN13: 9781612006192
• Release Date: November 2019
• Publisher: Casemate
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 8.1" x 10.0"