Wolfgang Borgmann Knihy

The McDonnell Douglas DC-10 three-engine jet is one of the most distinctive wide-bodied aircraft and since the early 1970s has been operated by many airlines on medium- and long-distance routes throughout the world. Successfully flying passenger service for over 40 years, the DC-10 currently still flies for FedEx in an airfreight delivery role. Filled with design and construction information, background history, technical data, and rare images, this book describes the exciting story of this aviation legend as flown by such current and past airlines as Aeroflot, American, Delta, Eastern, KLM, Lufthansa, Northwest, Pan Am, Qantas, SAS, Swissair, United, and many others. Also, the US Air Force has been flying the KC-10 Extender aerial-refueling tanker variant since the early 1980s. Coverage of the follow-on MD-11 series of aircraft is also included.

The Boeing 737 is undoubtedly one of the best known of all passenger aircraft and has been built in greater numbers than any other commercial aircraft in the world. There are few airline passengers of the last decade who have not yet flown on one of these aircraft. More than 10,000 examples have been built in all its variants—an unbelievably high number for an airliner. This book describes the aircraft’s early development—from the first concept drawings in the early 1960s to construction, testing, and first flights—to the present, with exciting photos, drawings, and information from the Boeing company archives. From the 737-100 through to today’s 737MAX, all versions are covered in detail, including its use by many of the world’s airlines, including Air France, British Airways, Delta, Easyjet, Lufthansa, SAS, Southwest, and many others.

Die Lockheed Constellation gilt vielen als die Verkörperung des klassischen Propliners. Die aerodynamisch optimierte, geschwungene Form des Rumpfs führte dazu, dass sie als eines der formschönsten und elegantesten Verkehrsflugzeuge betrachtet wird, das je gebaut wurde. Weltweit fliegen nur noch eine Handvoll dieser majestätischen Propliner und wo immer sie auftauchen, ziehen sie tausende begeisterte Zuschauer an. Wolfgang Borgmann macht dieses Buch mit herrlichen zeitgenössischen Bildern, technischen Daten und auch aktuellem Material zum Standard-Bildband der Constellation in deutscher Sprache.

Beginning in the late 1950s, the Boeing 707 revolutionized passenger aviation like almost no other aircraft, as the elegant four-engine aircraft made it possible to serve intercontinental long-haul routes quickly and economically. This volume in the Legends of Flight series examines the history of this classic jet aircraft, whose memorable design has survived to this day, its basic features still recognizable in the Boeing 737. The history of 707 operations is presented in detail, as is the use of the type by various world military forces and governments—and its famed use as the US presidential Air Force One in the 1960s through the 1980s. Its use by many of the world’s most famous airlines, including American, TWA, Pan Am, Northwest, Continental, Air France, British Airways, Lufthansa, Cathay Pacific, and Air India, is also covered. Technical specifications for the 707, the Dash 80 prototype, the Boeing 720 (derived from the 707), the aerial refueler KC-135, and E-3 Sentry, as well as contemporaneous photographs, bring to life the fascinating history of Boeing's first commercial jetliner.

This book offers a detailed visual history of the Lockheed Constellation series, including the Super Constellation and Starliner models. It highlights the aircraft's innovative design, engineering advancements, and significant role in aviation history. Through illustrations and informative text, readers will explore the operational history, key features, and the impact these aircraft had on commercial and military aviation.

The book offers a detailed illustrated history of the first commercial jet airliner, showcasing its groundbreaking design and the impact it had on the aviation industry. Through a rich collection of photographs and insights, it explores the technological advancements that revolutionized air travel and profiles key figures involved in its development. The narrative highlights the cultural and economic changes brought about by the introduction of jet travel, making it a significant milestone in modern transportation history.

By producing the A300--the first twin-jet, wide-body airliner in the world--the European Airbus consortium succeeded in joining the league of leading aircraft makers. The path was both rocky and exciting. Filled with detailed text, including historical, technological, and flight information, as well as colorful photos, this volume provides a fascinating insight into the history of commercial aviation. The first aircraft designed, built, and sold by Airbus, the A300 airliner debuted in 1974 with Air France and was in constant service throughout the world. Among the many past and present airlines flying the A300/310 are Air Hong Kong, Air France, Air India, American, China Airlines, Eastern, EgyptAir, FedEx, Finnair, Iberia, Korean Air, Pan Am, SAS, UPS, and many others. Though it is no longer produced, examples of the aircraft still fly today.

Bis heute ist der Taufname »Landshut« fast jedem ein Begriff: 1977 entführten palästinensische Terroristen eine Boeing 737-200 auf dem Flug von Mallorca nach Deutschland. Wolfgang Borgmann zeichnet die politische Situation im Deutschen Herbst nach, konzentriert sich dann jedoch auf die Ereignisse rund um den entführten Flug. Zeitzeugen schildern die unvorstellbaren Stunden bis zur Erstürmung des Flugzeugs durch die Spezialeinheit GSG 9 am 18. Oktober 1977. Auch der Verbleib der »Landshut« nach ihrer Rückkehr in den regulären Flugbetrieb wird nachgezeichnet - inklusive Rückführung nach Deutschland 2017.