Raf Meteor Jet Fighters In World War Ii An Operational Log An Operational Log
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Raf Meteor Jet Fighters In World War Ii An Operational Log An Operational Log
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Author : Hugh Harkins
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2013-07
Raf Meteor Jet Fighters In World War Ii An Operational Log An Operational Log written by Hugh Harkins and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-07 with History categories.
Gloster Meteor - The advent of the gas-turbine engine pioneered in the late 1930's by Frank Whittle in Britain and Germany's Dr Hans von Ohain, and its subsequent development into operational jet-propulsion units led to the introduction of a new breed of combat aircraft in the last year of World War II. While Germany developed, built and flew many jet powered aircraft during the war, with several of these subsequently entering operational service, only a handful of allied jet designs actually flew before the war's end. Of these, only the Gloster Meteor twin-jet fighter actually entered service; No.616 Squadron becoming the first jet powered squadron in the world to be declared operational. In many respects, 616Squadron gained this accolade on paper only, as some German Units were operating jet powered aircraft in contested air defence zones prior to the Meteor being declared operational. Flying their first operational sorties against V-1 Flying Bombs on 27 July 1944, the Meteor was at the time being operated on an ad hoc basis, as a direct response to the V-1 attacks against southern Britain. The Squadron did not fully relinquish its Spitfire VII's until 13 August 1944, the date on which the last operational Spitfire mission was flown. The Meteor I was flown operational against the V-1 from late July 1944 until early September that year, following which it entered an intensive period of training through February 1945, by which time the Squadron had been transferred to the 2nd Tactical Air Force for operations on continental Europe supporting the allied armies advancing towards the German hinterland. A handful of aircraft began operating from Belgium from early February 1945, albeit in a non-operational role. The rest of the Squadron, which had been temporarily transferred back to RAF Fighter Command, commenced flying Anti-V-1 operations from early March 1945, until the 19th of that month, after which it reverted back to 2nd Tactical Air Force, flying out to Belgium on the 31st of the Month. The Squadron commenced operational missions as part of 2nd Tactical Air Force on 1 April, flying air defence and reconnaissance/ground attack sorties until the war in Europe ended, flying its last operational sorties on the 4 May 1945. By this time 504 Squadron was on the strength of Fighter Command, with several other squadrons commencing conversion to the Meteor III before World War II ended. Within weeks of the war's end the Meteor IV, which had flown on 15 August, captured with Word Speed Record with an average speed of 606 mph. This volume covers the development of British jet aircraft and the operational service of the aircraft from summer 1944, when the aircraft were employed against V-1 flying bombs until late 1945, including the aircrafts service with 2nd Tactical Air Force supporting the allied armies during the final advance into Germany.
The Gloster Meteor F I F Iii
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Author : Phil H. Listemann
language : en
Publisher: Philedition
Release Date : 2016-06-09
The Gloster Meteor F I F Iii written by Phil H. Listemann and has been published by Philedition this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-06-09 with History categories.
The Gloster Meteor was the first British jet fighter and the Allies' only operational jet aircraft during the Second World War. For the Meteor, the main issue was to find the right engines and the development of these took more time than initially planned and proved more complicated than originally thought but eventually the first Meteor F.Is were ready to enter service in the summer 1944. Their first action took place soon after in the hunt of the V-1 launched against England. Then the Meteor was deployed on the Continent in its F.III variant where it participated to the last stages of WW2 with the 2 TAF. This study covers the wartime era and ends in September 1945. This book is illustred with 30 photos (5 in colours) and five colour profiles.
Meteor I Vs V1 Flying Bomb
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Author : Donald Nijboer
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2012-10-20
Meteor I Vs V1 Flying Bomb written by Donald Nijboer and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-10-20 with History categories.
A total of 10,500 missiles were launched as part of the V1 attack, of which 3,957 were destroyed by the defences. Indeed, it could have been much worse, for by the end of the war the Germans had manufactured close to 32,000 flying bombs. The defences put forward to guard against the V1 were formidable – 23,000 men and women with their guns, radar and communications networks were installed on coastal sites. Squadrons of Britain's newest Spitfires, the F XIVs, and Hawker Tempest Vs were kept at home to battle the new menace. Rushed into action in July 1944 to help counter the V1 threat, Britain's Gloster Meteor I was the first jet fighter to enter RAF service. On 4 August the Meteor scored its first V1 victory. Having just closed in on a flying bomb, its officer squeezed the trigger but his guns jammed. Using the Meteor's superior speed, he was able to overtake the missile and, using his wing tip, he tipped the craft over and sent it crashing into the ground. The interceptions between the V1 and Britain's Gloster Meteor were historic, and ushered in a new era of aerial combat.
Celebrating Gloucester
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Author : Paul James
language : en
Publisher: Amberley Publishing Limited
Release Date : 2023-08-15
Celebrating Gloucester written by Paul James and has been published by Amberley Publishing Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-08-15 with Photography categories.
A celebration of Gloucester’s rich heritage and identity – its special events, achievements, people, industry and landmarks.
Air Log
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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1947
Air Log written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1947 with categories.
Blenheim Mk If Combat Log Fighter Command Day Fighter Sweeps Night Interceptions September 1939 June 1940
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Author : Hugh Harkins
language : en
Publisher: Centurion Publishing
Release Date : 2014-05-18
Blenheim Mk If Combat Log Fighter Command Day Fighter Sweeps Night Interceptions September 1939 June 1940 written by Hugh Harkins and has been published by Centurion Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-05-18 with History categories.
Bristol Blenheim MK.IF The purpose of this volume is to provide a comprehensive detailed study of the operational and combat operations of the RAF's Bristol Blenheim MK.IF twin-engine long-range fighter aircraft from the start of World War II in September 1939 through the battles of May and June 1940 following the German invasion of France and the Low Countries. The volume covers Fighter Commands day fighter sweeps and day/night fighter operations against enemy bombers on both sides of the English Channel including operations over Dunkirk in the latter part of May and early June. Although primarily aimed at covering Fighter Command MK.IF operations, some Coastal Command MK.IF and Blenheim MK.IVF combats with enemy aircraft are also detailed when appropriate. A brief description of the genesis and development of the Bristol Blenheim is laid down, but the volume is not designed to be a comprehensive monograph on that subject. The volume is copiously supported by a wealth of operational documents including Squadron Narratives, Group Intelligence Combat Reports, Squadron operational Records and pilot Personal Combat Reports, many of which are reproduced verbatim. Operational documents have been tied up against German reports whenever possible.
Typhoon Ia B Combat Log Operation Jubilee August 1942
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Author : Hugh Harkins
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-01
Typhoon Ia B Combat Log Operation Jubilee August 1942 written by Hugh Harkins and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01 with History categories.
Hawker Typhoon The aim of this volume is to provide a comprehensive detailed study of the operational sorties and combat operations of the RAF's Hawker Typhoon IA/B fighter aircraft operating with the Duxford Typhoon Wing, consisting of No.56, 266 and 609 Squadrons, during Operation Jubilee (the combined operations raid on Dieppe) on 19 August 1942. A brief history of the genesis and operational fielding of the Typhoon, deliveries of which commenced in 1941, with operations commencing in May 1942, is provided, as is the specification and brief description of the Luftwaffe aircraft that it would join combat with over Dieppe - the Focke Wulf FW.190 fighter and the Dornier Do.217 twin-engine bomber. The volume is supported by a wealth of operational documentation including pilot Combat Reports, Squadron Narratives and Wing Intelligence Combat Reports.
The Raf And Aircraft Design
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Author : Colin S Sinnott
language : en
Publisher: Routledge
Release Date : 2014-05-22
The Raf And Aircraft Design written by Colin S Sinnott and has been published by Routledge this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-05-22 with History categories.
This work examines the evolution of the RAF's operational requirements for its home defence air force - for bombers to mount a deterrent counter offensive and for fighters to provide direct defence of Britain. It discusses the management processes, policies and decisions relevant to operational requirements on the basis of a detailed study of Air Ministry papers of the time. By tracing the development of operational requirements, the author exposes the thinking behind the RAF's quest for effective fighter and bomber aircraft. He describes the ideas and concepts of air warfare that were adopted in the 1920s, and shows how these evolved into the Air Staff's requirements for the aircraft which the RAF entered and fought in World War II.
Raf Top Gun
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Author : Nick Thomas
language : en
Publisher: Casemate Publishers
Release Date : 2008-09-22
Raf Top Gun written by Nick Thomas and has been published by Casemate Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-09-22 with History categories.
Edward Teddy Mortlock Donaldson was one of three aviator brothers to win the D.S.O. during World War II. He joined his brother in the R.A.F. and was granted a sort-service commission. He quickly became both a stunt pilot and a crack-shot, winning the R.A.F.s Gunnery Trophy One and leading the R.A.F.s aerobatic display team. When war was declared Donaldson was commanding No 151(F) Squadron flying Hurricanes and in their first engagement destroyed six enemy aircraft, shooting down many more in the following months. For his leadership of the squadron during the battle and his personal tally of eleven, plus ten probable destruction's he was awarded the D.S.O. He then spent three years as a gunnery instructor in the USA where he taught American Gun Instructors and helped set up new gunnery schools. On his return to England he converted onto jet aircraft and commanded a Meteor squadron. This lead to him being selected to command the Air Speed Flight, established in 1946 to break the world record. Teddy eventually snatched the title, setting a new speed record and breaking the 1000 km/h barrier. He retired as an Air Commodore and became the Air Correspondent for the Daily Telegraph. He died in 1992.
Meteor From The Cockpit
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Author : Peter Caygill
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword Aviation
Release Date : 2010
Meteor From The Cockpit written by Peter Caygill and has been published by Pen and Sword Aviation this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Meteor (Jet fighter plane) categories.
The Meteor is remembered as the first British jet fighter to enter squadron service and the only jet powered Allied fighter to see action in WW II. Subsequent development was limited as a result of its relatively conventional airframe although it did hold the world air speed record for a while. The Meteor was immensely strong and many pilots owe their lives to its rugged construction. For a whole generation of pilots the aircraft (the Meatbox as it was affectionately known) provided the ideal introduction to jet-powered flight. It did suffer a high accident rate but many of the losses were due to lack of knowledge of the stresses of high speed flight at low level and a misguided training program. More than sixty years after its first flight the Meteor lives on as it is still used by Martin Baker to test ejection seats, testimony to the basic soundness of the design. This book looks into the aircraft's design history, development through many different variants and includes many firsthand accounts of flying the aircraft in peace and war.