Berliner Zinnfiguren/Books & Media/Books/Air Forces/Poland products

Belcarz, Bartlomiej/Gretzyngier, Robert/Matusiak, Wojtek u.a.: Polish Fighter Colours 1939-1947. Volume 2 37,07 €

Wed, 20 May 2026 06:35:08 +0200

This book describes in detail the camouflage and markings of the day fighters used by the Polish Air Force from 1939 to 1947. Aircraft of Polish, French, British, American, Soviet, and German origin are shown. The writing team includes the well-known quartet of distinguished Polish aviation historians: Kopanski, Belcarz, Gretzyngier, and Matusiak. The illustrators are Artur Juszczak, Karolina Holda, Robert Gretzyngier, and Robert Grudzien. This profusely illustrated book includes many historical photographs and color profiles showing the colors and markings carried by the aircraft. Detailed color notes and precise description and illustration of national markings over the period complete a book that will be invaluable to aircraft enthusiasts, historians, and modellers.

Grudzien, Robert: Polish Wings. Volume 35: Supermarine Spitfire V. Polish Squadrons over Dieppe 18,17 €

Wed, 13 May 2026 07:03:00 +0200

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the Allied landing at Dieppe, France, on 19 August 1942. That was one of the most controversial battles of the Second World War, which also involved extensive air operations to provide direct support for the amphibious assault and to defend the troops and the fleet against the Luftwaffe.
This book is a tribute to the 1st Polish Wing, Fighter Commands most successful wing during the operation. The wing provided 10% of the Spitfire squadrons engaged in the battle, suffered 3.5% of losses and was credited by Fighter Command with 17% of all enemy aircraft destroyed. Nos. 303 and 317 Polish Squadrons were the top-scoring units that day. Notably, they achieved this while still flying the Spitfire V variant, while some Fighter Command squadrons already had the much improved Mk IX.
Several hundred of carefully selected and extensively captioned images depict Spitfires of the five Polish squadrons, as well as the men who maintained and flew them in support of the Dieppe landings.

The squadron accounted for 10% of the Spitfire squadrons involved in the battle, suffered 3.5% of the losses and was credited by Fighter Command with 17% of all enemy aircraft destroyed. The Polish squadrons No. 303 and 317 were the most successful units on this day. Remarkably, they achieved this while still flying the Spitfire Mk. V, while some Fighter Command squadrons already had the much improved Mk. IX.
Several hundred carefully selected photographs with detailed captions show the Spitfires of the five Polish squadrons and the men who waited and flew them in support of the landing at Dieppe.

Juszczak, Artur: P-47 Razorbacks of 8th AF Colours 24,95 €

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:20:28 +0200

40 color profiles of the P-47 "Razorback" versions of the 8th US Air Force. Specially commissioned profiles with high level details.

Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-21MF 21,95 €

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:15:28 +0200

This new book in the popular "Polish Wings" series describes and illustrates in unparalleled detail the supersonic MiG-21MF jet fighter in service with the Polish Air Force. Nearly 60 countries in four continents have flown the MiG-21 since 1959, and it still serves many nations six decades after its maiden flight. It made aviation records and became the most-produced supersonic jet aircraft in aviation history. The MF was the export version of the Soviet-deployed SM, labelled M for "modernised" and F for "uprated engine".

The MF was the export version of the SM used by the Soviet Union, with the designation M for "modernised" and F for "improved engine".

Luftwaffen Profile. Issue 18: Polnische Luftwaffe. Teil 1 13,80 €

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:10:07 +0200

The Polish Air Force can look back on a very eventful past. This booklet describes the history and equipment of the Polish Air Force from its beginnings in 1918, through its deployment in the defence of Poland, the combat of Polish squadrons in the Royal Air Force and its integration into the structures of the Warsaw Pact up to the 1970s.

Glass, Andrzej/Karnas, Dariusz (Illustr.): Samolot Wielozadaniowy PZL-104 Wilga 25,95 €

Sat, 23 May 2026 07:30:10 +0200

This comprehensive book that delves into the creation and development of the PZL-104 Wilga aircraft, a renowned Polish short-takeoff-and-landing (STOL) civil aviation plane.
This book presents descriptions and technical data for all versions of the PZL-104 Wilga. The publication is enriched with a vast number of photographs, many of which are being published for the first time, providing readers with an in-depth visual experience.

In addition to the detailed information and images, the book includes a complete list of all manufactured PZL-104 aircraft. Scale plans for all versions in 1:72 scale are also provided, giving enthusiasts a closer look at the aircraft's design and structure.
Moreover, the book features colour profiles, including 4-views, allowing readers to appreciate the various paint schemes and markings applied to the PZL-104 Wilga throughout its history.

Luftwaffen Profile. Issue 19: Polnische Luftwaffe. Teil 2 13,80 €

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:00:13 +0200

The Polish Air Force has a very colourful past. Part 2 describes the history and equipment of the Polish Air Force from the 1970s to the present day.

Karnes, Dariusz/Juszczak, Artur: Single. Issue 38: Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-21MF 11,95 €

Sat, 23 May 2026 07:25:08 +0200

This book compiles 4-view color profiles, scale plans and photo details of the single variant of the Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-21MF. Scale plans in 1:72 and 1:48 scales plus drawings from wartime technical manuals. Also includes photos of the details in bw and color and 4-view color profiles of the Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-21MF in Polish Service.

Karnas, Dariusz: Samolot wielozadaniowy Lisunow Li-2 24,95 €

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:55:10 +0200

In 1938, the USSR purchased a license to produce the Douglas DC-3 communication aircraft. Its design, however, did not fully meet the users' requirements. For this reason, the constructor Borys Pavlovich Lisunov adapted the structure to the requirements and production possibilities in the USSR.
The plane was designated PS-84 and at the end of 1939 its production was launched at the Aviation Works No. 84 in Khimki. In early 1941, the designation of the aircraft was changed to Li-2. About 5,000 were produced in total..
The book presents the history of the use of Li-2 aircraft in military and civil aviation.
Over 300 historical photos and contemporary details. Additionally, drawings from the technical manuals of the aircraft. 25 colour profiles prepared especially for this book, showing the plane in the colours of the Military Aviation and LOT Polish Airlines.

The book presents the history of the use of Li-2 aircraft in military and civil aviation.
Over 300 historical photos and contemporary details. Additional drawings from the aircraft's technical manuals. 25 colour profiles specially created for this book, showing the aircraft in the colours of military aviation and the Polish airline LOT.

Wawrzynkowski, Marcin/Karans, Dariusz (Illustr.): Samolot turystyczny RWD-6 20,95 €

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:20:30 +0200

This book is dedicated to one of the most significant aircraft in the history of Polish aviation. This publication offers an in-depth look into the development and usage history of the tourist airplane RWD-6. It features a detailed technical description, bringing the reader closer to the construction and operation of the aircraft. The book is richly illustrated with period photographs, allowing readers to visually trace the history of the RWD-6.

An added bonus are the included scale plans and colorful profiles, which will help aviation enthusiasts and modelers to thoroughly understand this remarkable aircraft. This is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of Polish aviation and for fans of aircraft design.

Ledwoch, Janusz: PZL.37 Los 17,95 €

Sat, 23 May 2026 07:30:10 +0200

Development history, technology, variants and use of the Polish twin-engined bomber of the WW2 era.

Berlcarz, Bartlomiej, Tomasz J. Kopanski: Pzl P.11c 25,95 €

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:15:28 +0200

This is the story of Poland's most famous fighter aircraft. It contains: Scale plans in 1:48 scale. Photos and drawings from Technical Manuals. Superb colour illustrations of camouflage and markings, walk-around colour photographs of the only one preserved aircraft and rare bw-photos. Essential reading for aviation enthusiasts and scale aeromodellers.

Wawrzynkowski, Marcin: Lublin Seaplanes in the Polish Naval Aviation 21,95 €

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:05:14 +0200

Volume 43 of the "Polish Wings" series. This book deals with the history and use of the Lublin seaplanes in Polish naval aviation. With rare contemporary photographs, detailed descriptions of their use and color profiles, it offers a comprehensive insight into these unique aircraft. A useful publication for aviation history enthusiasts and model builders alike.

Karnas, Dariusz/Juszczak, Artur (Illustr.): Samolot szkolno-treningowy TS-11 Iskra 33,95 €

Sat, 23 May 2026 07:35:09 +0200

This is a comprehensive monograph on the Polish trainer aircraft TS-11 "Iskra". It contains a wealth of historical and technical material on the creation, design development, series production and operation of the "Iskra" both in Poland and India. The reader will find detailed descriptions of the different versions of the aircraft, numerous records set with the TS-11 and comparative analyses with other aircraft designs.
The book also contains colour profiles, an extensive collection of photos and technical drawings. The publication is aimed at aviation enthusiasts as well as those interested in the history of military technology.

Musialkowski, Lechoslaw: Dwumiejscowe wersje samolotu MiG-15 w lotnictwie polskim 25,95 €

Sat, 23 May 2026 07:30:10 +0200

This book presents the history of the two-seat versions of the MiG-15, which played a key role in the Polish Air Force as a training aircraft. This comprehensive book gives a detailed insight into the service of the MiG-15, including the CS-102 variant built in Czechoslovakia, and describes in detail the conversion of the MiG-15 into the SB Lim-1 and SB Lim-2 models, as well as the artillery reconnaissance version.

The book contains rare and unpublished photographs from the aircraft's service. In addition, the chapter on paint schemes contains a collection of profiles showing the different paint schemes and markings of all two-seat versions of the MiG-15.

Glass, Andrzej: Polskie Skrzydla w Turcji 1936-1948 19,95 €

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:20:28 +0200

The book describes the export of Polish aircraft to Turkey before World War II, and the work of Polish aircraft designers in Turkish aircraft plants. In addition, scale plans of PZL P.24 aircraft and aircraft developed in Turkey.

Karnes, Dariusz: Single. Heft 47: PZL-104 Wilga 35A Military 11,95 €

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:00:14 +0200

This book is a compilation of four-side views in colour, scale drawings and photographs of the military version of the Polish multi-role aircraft PZL-104 Wilga 35A, whose maiden flight took place in 1962. The sketches are in 1:48 and 1:72 scale, and there are also drawings from contemporary aircraft manuals. In addition, bw- and colour photos show details of the aircraft.

Polskie Konstrukcje Lotnicze. Volume 2: Malowania 21,95 €

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:25:24 +0200

Numerous colour profiles of Polish aircraft are presented: RWD-5; RWD-6; RWD-8; RWD-9; RWD-10; RWD-11; RWD-13; RWD-14 "Czapla"; RWD-16; RWD-19; RWD-16bis and RWD-21; LWS-3 "Mewa"; LWS-6; "Zubr"; PWS-33 "Wyzel"; PZL P.1 ; PZL P.8; PZL P.7; PZL P.11; PZL.19; PZL-H.

Strzelczyk, Franciszek/Gretzyngier, Robert/Belcarz, Bartlomiej/Matusiak, Wojtek: Curtiss Hawk 75, H-75, P-36A, Mohawk 22,95 €

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:20:30 +0200

Check over the dramatic events of 1940 as the Polish Air Force took to the skies in France, fighting valiantly during World War II. This book focuses on the role played by the Curtiss Hawk H-75. Explore a treasure trove of black and white period photos that bring this significant era to life. Additionally, marvel at the collection of colour profiles that showcase the distinct liveries of the Curtiss Hawk H-75 in Polish Air Force service. The book describes the use of these airplanes by Polish pilots in the RAF and the actions of Gabreski in the USAAF aviation.

Kopanski, Tomasz J./Holda, Karolina (Illustr.): Pzl.23 Karas 21,95 €

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:00:32 +0200

A Poland's light attack bomber at the time of the German invasion of 1939, the P.23 "Karas" (crucian carp) was flung into action against the German ground forces and Luftawffe. Despite enormous bravery the overwhelming odds resulted in catastrophic losses. Only current English language book on this important World War Two attack aircraft, one of the first machines to oppose Germany's Luftwaffe in 1939. It contains: Scale plans, photos and drawings from Technical Manuals, Superb colour illustrations of camouflage and markings, rare bw-photos. 1:72 scale plans of all versions Essential reading for aviation enthusiasts & scale aeromodellers.