Advances in aerodynamics and jet engine technology after World War Two led to the RAF requesting a bomber that could use these new technologies. To meet this, the Avro team adopted a Delta wing design. The design of the Delta wing Vulcan was a major gamble. However, it proved an incredibly valuable asset. After serving over three decades with the RAF, it was retired in 1984, but continued to display fly until 2015. With over 150 images, this book explores the history of the Vulcan, from concept to manufacture to service, providing insight from those who developed, designed and flew it.
After serving with the RAF for over three decades, it was retired in 1984 but continued to appear at various air shows until 2015. Illustrated with over 150 images, this book examines the history of the Avro "Vulcan" from its conception and manufacture through to its service and offers insights from the people who designed, built and flew the "Vulcan".
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Fildes, David W.
Title
Avro Vulcan. The Early Years, 1947-64
Details
English text, paperback, more than 150 illustrations. 96 pages.
