On Canadian Wings: A Century of FlightBe prepared to soar! Whether you are an aviation enthusiast, history buff, or air traveller, don‘t miss the third in a series of photo essays on aviation in Canada, covering almost 100 years of flight by Canadians. Dramatic visuals accompany each step of aviation‘s advances, from Canada‘s first military aircraft to Billy Bishop‘s Nieuport, from the earliest bush planes to the beginnings of passenger travel. This comprehensive history showcases 50 aircraft. Whether famous or forgotten, all were designed, built, and/or flown by Canadians. Insightful analysis is complemented by gorgeous photos, many in colour, some with rare archival significance. The history of our desire to conquer gravity is encapsulated within these covers. |
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BURGESSDUNNE | 27 |
BLERIOT EXPERIMENTAL 2 | 33 |
BRISTOL F2B | 39 |
FELIXSTOWE F3F5 | 47 |
VICKERS VIKING | 53 |
FAIRCHILD 82 | 59 |
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Page 17 - If we lose the war in the air we lose the war and lose it quickly. Field Marshal Montgomery Air power is the total aviation activity— civilian and military, commercial and private, potential as well as existing. "Hap" Arnold The air power of a nation is what it actually has today.