The Little Book of Aviation is a collection of facts, figures and
interesting stories from the world of flight. Sad, humorous, baffling
and astounding stories abound, from the pioneering days of the Wright
Brothers to the present day, and covering everything from great
milestones, famous names who've served, and the greatest of aircraft
icons; phantom pilots and aircraft and a glossary of slang; the origins
of plane-spotting and unusual aircraft names; great feats and enduring
mysteries; lucky escapes and great aircraft in the movies... the trivia
is limitless and will appeal to everyone, whether you want help telling
your Spitfire from your Messerschmitt or you know a Spitfire I from a
Spitfire II!