British Military Biplanes - Staker, Roger

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Résumé :
Covering the period from the end of World War One to the end of World War Two, this book explores the development of the major stalwart of military aviation: biplanes. Post-World War One, the demand for military aircraft diminished. Even so, new designs emerged, and innovation took place aided by engine and materials research and development. Again, not all aircraft were successfully entered into service. Following on from British Military Biplanes: 1912-19, this book is a unique reference source for aviation historians and enthusiasts....

Biographie:
Roger Staker qualified as a professional accountant (Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy) in 1968. His public sector career highlights included Assistant County Treasurer of North Yorkshire and Assistant Director of South West Water Authority. In 1984, he joined International Computers Ltd (now part of Fujitsu) as a business consultant and delivered consultancy and trouble-shooting services in Iraq, Australia, Malaysia and Spain.

From 1991, he established himself as an independent management consultant. He wrote Marketing for Schools and numerous articles for professional financial and IT magazines, both national and international. He is a keen photographer and has a life-long interest in aviation....

Sommaire:
Following the Great War, the fledgling aircraft industry was silenced as orders from the military disappeared and the potential for innovative designs and cutting-edge development lost impetus.

Aircraft manufacturers diversified to stay in business, but as the politics of the era took on an ominous tone, it became clear that World War Two would be fought in the skies. Following on from British Military Biplanes 1912-19, this volume introduces the next phase of biplane aircraft development in Britain.

Many had origins in aircraft designed for flying clubs, with speed records and racing their main focus. As thoughts returned to war requirements, a new impetus to design and build aircraft for photo reconnaissance, maritime search and rescue, troop transport, fighting and bombing, as well as training and as tugs gathered momentum. Included in this volume are the great designs and innovations of the interwar years. Each major British manufacturer is included.

The aircraft that took on iconic status and can still be seen flying today, albeit in small numbers, are all described. Alongside are experimental and prototype aircraft produced for trials, ultimately unsuccessful, but each adding to the knowledge and experience that propelled the industry forward....