Aircraft of the Royal Air Force Since 1918 – Owen Thetford (Hardcover w/ Dust Jacket)

A definitive illustrated reference to RAF aircraft

This indispensable volume by aviation historian Owen Thetford chronicles every major aircraft operated by the Royal Air Force from its inception in 1918 through the late 20th century. Richly detailed and widely cited, this is a cornerstone reference for collectors, modelers, and historians alike. Covering over 500 types—from WWI biplanes to Cold War-era jets—the book provides specs, service history, and development context for each aircraft, supported by photographs and drawings.

Bound in hardcover with original dust jacket featuring dynamic artwork of period RAF aircraft in flight. A quote on the back hails it as “one of the few books which merit that much overworked term ‘must’.”

Author: Owen Thetford
Publisher: Air Clues
ISBN: 0-85177-810-0
Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
Condition: Very good; minor edge wear to jacket, binding tight
Language: English
Pages: Approx. 600 (fully indexed and illustrated)
Category: Aviation History / RAF Reference

Ideal for aviation enthusiasts, technical historians, or anyone seeking a comprehensive look at the aircraft that shaped Britain’s air power from the Great War onward.