1987 Wings of the Navy – Capt. Eric Brown – Allied WWII Aircraft

A vintage hardcover book titled "Wings of the Navy" by Capt. Eric Brown. The dust jacket features a painting of two Allied fighter planes flying over a sunset-tinted ocean during World War II.
1987 Wings of the Navy – Capt. Eric Brown – Allied WWII Aircraft
1987 Wings of the Navy – Capt. Eric Brown – Allied WWII Aircraft
1987 Wings of the Navy – Capt. Eric Brown – Allied WWII Aircraft
A vintage hardcover book titled "Wings of the Navy" by Capt. Eric Brown. The dust jacket features a painting of two Allied fighter planes flying over a sunset-tinted ocean during World War II. 1987 Wings of the Navy – Capt. Eric Brown – Allied WWII Aircraft 1987 Wings of the Navy – Capt. Eric Brown – Allied WWII Aircraft 1987 Wings of the Navy – Capt. Eric Brown – Allied WWII Aircraft
1987 Wings of the Navy – Capt. Eric Brown – Allied WWII Aircraft
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This hardcover book features a substantial rectangular silhouette and a smooth glazed texture, offering a grounded aesthetic for curated study displays.

A definitive technical history of the Second World War’s naval air power, this 1987 edition of Wings of the Navy provides a pilot’s-eye view of the Allied carrier fleet. Authored by the storied Capt. Eric Brown, the volume is a masterclass in aviation journalism, combining rigorous technical specifications with the firsthand flight impressions of the world’s most experienced test pilot. The evocative dust jacket art, depicting Allied aircraft in a twilight sortie, provides a somber and dignified presence that anchors any collection of military history or archival media.

The book is a treasure trove for the serious historian, filled with detailed cutaway drawings, rare photographs, and the nuanced pilot commentary that only "Winkle" Brown could provide. Its presence on a mahogany shelf or in a "dark academia" study brings a layer of tactical history and engineering reverence to the space. While the dust jacket carries the authentic patina of nearly four decades, the volume remains a resilient and essential resource for understanding the evolution of carrier-based flight.

This item is vintage, over 35 years old. All measurements are close but approximate. I measure in quarter inches.

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    • Origin: USA/UK

    • Era: 1980s

    • Material: Paper, Cloth, Dust Jacket

    • Dimensions: Approx. 11" H x 8.75" W

    • Condition: Good

    • Special Feature: Detailed technical flight impressions by Eric Brown

    • Note: ISBN 0-87021-995-2