Northrop P-61 Black Widow - Warbirdtech Volume 15

by Warren Thompson

One of a series of layman's guides to military aircraft, this text on the Northrop P-61 Black Widow includes de-classified military schematics, detailed technical specifications, original military... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0933424809
• ISBN13: 9780933424807
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Specialty Press (MN)
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.4" x 10.9"

Customer Reviews

An overview of the P-61 with an empasis on its construction.

Here is a book that suceeds in accomplishing the feat of giving an overview of a fascinating aircraft with a slant toward the technical aspects. The book opens with a brief explanation of the need for the P-61. Then moves to testing and evaluations--includilng suggested modifications. Next comes the longest section, one on the aircraft's construction (a word of caution--if you're only casually interested in the Black Widow you may find this chapter somewhat tedious). Mr. Thompson concentrates primarily on the airframe with lesser detail on control systems and engines. Following are chapters on flight training (including pre-flight checks), radar/armmament, lesser produced variants, and service after the war. Also included are many informative cutaway diagrams, cockpit photos, and a section of color photos. If you are looking for a good overview of the P-61 and don't mind an emphasis on technical over operational details this book is an excellent choice.