BRITISH AIRCRAFT CARRIERS Design, Development and Service Histories

📚 **DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS:**

• Author: DAVID HOBBS
• Publisher: Naval Institute Press (2013)
• ISBN-13: 978-1-59114-074-0
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Dimensions: 300×250×30mm
• Weight: 2000g
• Edition: First Edition
• Original Price: $90.00 → Current Value: $85-95
• Genre: Military History

📖 **ABOUT THIS BOOK:**

Dive deep into the comprehensive history of British aircraft carriers with this meticulously detailed volume by David Hobbs. From the earliest experimental vessels to the formidable Queen Elizabeth class, this book covers every aspect of their design, development, and service histories. It provides in-depth analysis of individual ship classes, complete with technical specifications and extensive summaries of their operational careers. Beyond the major fleet carriers, the book also explores seaplane carriers, escort carriers, maintenance ships, unbuilt projects, and modern Landing Platform Helicopters (LPH).

This authoritative work is richly illustrated with a magnificent gallery of photographs and detailed drawings. It features the first publication of original plans in full color, including a stunning four-page gatefold. Written by a leading historian and a retired Fleet Air Arm pilot, it combines a lifetime of rigorous research with a practical understanding of carrier operations, making it an indispensable reference for naval enthusiasts and historians alike.

✨ **CONDITION:** New

This book is in New condition, showing no signs of wear or use. The dust jacket is pristine, and all pages are clean, crisp, and unmarked. The binding is tight and square, indicating it has never been read. A perfect copy for any collector or enthusiast. Originally retailed for $90.00. Based on current condition and rarity, estimated value is $85-95.

📦 **SHIPPING & DELIVERY:**

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• Authentic Naval Institute Press edition
• Features a magnificent gallery of photos and drawings, including original plans and a four-page gatefold.
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🎯 **PERFECT FOR:**

Naval historians, military aviation enthusiasts, ship modelers, collectors of military reference books, and anyone interested in the rich history of the Royal Navy and its aircraft carriers.

Authored by David Hobbs, a distinguished historian of British carrier aviation, this work benefits from his unique perspective as a retired Royal Navy Commander and Fleet Air Arm pilot. His extensive career includes serving as Curator of the Fleet Air Arm Museum and receiving multiple awards for his contributions to aerospace journalism and defense writing.