Discover over a century of aviation history with Take Flight: Celebrating Aviation in the West of England Since 1910.
Explore the remarkable story of Bristol's aviation heritage with this beautifully illustrated hardback book, celebrating the pioneering people, iconic aircraft and engineering achievements that helped shape the history of flight.
Originally published to commemorate the centenary of the British & Colonial Aeroplane Company, founded in 1910, Take Flight takes readers on a fascinating journey through more than 100 years of aviation innovation in the West of England.
From the early days of aircraft manufacturing to the extraordinary achievements of the Bristol aviation industry, this comprehensive book explores the people, aircraft and developments that established Filton as an internationally significant centre of aerospace engineering.
Explore Bristol's rich aviation heritage
With engaging historical accounts and captivating illustrations, Take Flight reveals the stories behind the aircraft, engineers and pioneering achievements that helped put Bristol on the global aviation map.
Whether you're fascinated by British aviation history, interested in Filton's aerospace heritage or simply want to discover more about the remarkable aircraft and people celebrated at Aerospace Bristol, this book offers a fascinating insight into the region's contribution to flight.
Product details:
- Title: Take Flight: Celebrating Aviation in the West of England Since 1910
- Format: Hardback
- Pages: 320
- Beautifully illustrated throughout
- Explores over a century of aviation history in Bristol and the West of England
- Covers significant aircraft, people and developments in the region's aerospace industry
- Originally published to commemorate the centenary of the British & Colonial Aeroplane Company
A wonderful gift for aviation enthusiasts
Perfect for aviation history enthusiasts, aircraft collectors and anyone with an interest in Bristol's remarkable engineering heritage, Take Flight makes a thoughtful birthday, Christmas or special occasion gift.
It's also an ideal keepsake following a visit to Aerospace Bristol, offering the opportunity to revisit familiar stories and discover even more about the region's extraordinary aerospace legacy.
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