The English Electric Lightning is a supersonic jet fighter aircraft of the Cold War era, noted for its great speed and unpainted natural metal exterior finish. This text presents a full chronology and photo history of development and operational use.
The book offers a tribute to the Saab 37 Viggen, highlighting its significance as an aviation legend often overlooked in history. Renowned aviation artist and historian Richard J. Caruana explores the aircraft's innovative features and contributions to aviation, showcasing its advanced design and capabilities. Through detailed illustrations and insights, the work celebrates the Viggen's legacy and impact on the field of aviation.
Aviation Artist Richard J. Caruana commemorates the Centenary of the Aeronautica Militare Italiana (Italian Air Force) with a theme that he has been his specialty since his very earliest published works, over 50 years the Regia Aeronautica. The Italian campaigns against Great Britain and Russia are probably the least chronicled of all of the Regia Aeronautica’s history of World War II.This may be partly due to the difficulties encountered on both fronts, for which the Italian Air Force was badly equipped. Most of the fighter element was close to FIAT CR.42 biplanes that were pitted against Hurricanes and Spitfires, and FIAT G.50s and Macchi C.200s monoplanes whose pilots did not even have the basic ‘luxury’ of enclosed cockpits. Extreme cold weather, especially on the Eastern front, was a second enemy that pilots and service ground crews had to face.What these campaigns lacked in results was more than compensated by the kaleidoscope of finishes of all aircraft operating in both campaigns. This study in camouflage and markings of these Regia Aeronautica aircraft provides an endless source of inspiration for modelers seeking that ‘something special’ to add to their collection.
This book presents an exquisite visual collection of more than 50 vibrant, color profiles, each one showcasing the remarkable design and precise detailing of these formidable aircraft. Our specially commissioned illustrations provide an unprecedented level of detail. The book spotlights key versions of the PZL fighters, including the PZL P.7, the PZL P.11, a staple in the Polish air defense during the 1930s, and the PZL P.24, an export success that saw service across multiple countries.
Maltese aviation artist and historian Richard J. Caruana, who started his career just over 50 years ago, celebrates this special milestone with a work dedicated to his country's struggle for survival during the Second World War.
Working on this series has become a trip down memory lane, reviewing my own work from five, ten and even as far back as twenty years ago or more. It has also been necessary at times to revamp such work as new and more detailed information has become available since it was created.
