101 Great Fighters

From their advent in WWI, when flying aces engaged one another in death-defying aeronautical battles, to today's advanced supersonic jets, fighter planes have transformed modern warfare. Over the years, many countries have developed deadly fighter planes in a struggle to maintain air superiority against real or perceived enemies. This attractive book catalogues 101 of the best fighter planes. Easy-to-reference statistics and full-color photographs and illustrations make this an accessible book for readers with an interest in airplanes and aviation.