THE SEAFIRE

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Based on contemporary reports and interviews with individuals who flew and serviced Seafires from 1942 to 1954, the book deals with the aircraft in depth, from its inception as a ‘ Spitfire with a hook’ [...] Characteristics Book cover finish Hardcover ( rounded spine binding ) Special features Dust jacket Condition Used good Number of pages 192 Published date 1973 Language English Size 21 x 29.7 cm Author David Brown Editor Ian Allan Ltd. Description When the Supermarine Seafire entered Royal Navy service in November 1942, it was the fastest medium-level fighter afloat. But there is more to a Fleet fighter than a high performance and this book describes the difficulties experienced as well as the successes achieved. Based on contemporary reports and interviews with individuals who flew and serviced Seafires from 1942 to 1954, the book deals with the aircraft in depth, from its inception as a ‘Spitfire with a hook’ to the last mark, examining it in its context as a general-purpose naval fighter-a role never envisaged by the late Reginald Mitchell. The text is enhanced with over 140 photographs. Show more