Organised chronologically by type, British Aircraft of World War I offers a highly illustrated guide to the main types of aircraft used by British and Commonwealth air forces during World War I. At the start of the war, the fledgling Royal Flying Corps (RFC) and Royal Naval Air Service (RNAS) were engaged mainly in artillery spotting and photographic reconnaissance for ground forces, which led the British pilots into aerial battles with their German counterparts. As the war progressed, the RFC also attacked German frontline airfields and bombed German strategic and transport facilities, leading to the development of specialist bomber types.
Each featured profile includes authentic markings and colour schemes, while every
separate model is accompanied by exhaustive specifications. Packed with 110 vivid
artworks with detailed specifications, British Aircraft of World War I is a key
reference guide for military modellers and World War I enthusiasts.
