The Aircraft-Spotter's Film and Television Companion
| Author | : Simon D. Beck |
| Publisher | : McFarland |
| Total Pages | : 361 |
| Release | : 2016-06-22 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781476622934 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1476622930 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (930 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Aircraft-Spotter's Film and Television Companion written by Simon D. Beck and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2016-06-22 with total page 361 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever wondered how many aircraft were converted into Japanese Zeroes and torpedo bombers for Tora! Tora! Tora! or how French Gazelle helicopters were modified for the title role in Blue Thunder? This first of its kind reference book lists aircraft featured in 350 films and television shows, providing brief individual histories, film locations, serial numbers and registrations. Aircraft are also cross-referenced by manufacturer. Appendices provide brief bios on pilots and technicians, information on aircraft collections owned by Tallmantz Aviation and Blue Max Aviation and film credits for U.S. aircraft carriers.
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