Tupolev Tu-134: The USSR's Short-Range Jetliner -Aerofax Series
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| Rating | : | 4.81 (720 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1857801598 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 176 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-04-18 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
. He works in the publishing industry and lives in Moscow. About the Author Dmitriy Komissarov is rapidly establishing himself as a respected authority on Russian and Soviet aviation
. Dmitriy Komissarov is rapidly establishing himself as a respected authority on Russian and Soviet aviation. He works in the publishing industry and lives in Moscow
A great book A great book about this (now)rare aircraft. It is impossible to find a better and detailed review of this bird. Illustrated with rare and quality pictures this book is full of useful information. Recomended for all lovers of "over the Iron Curtain" aviation.
The Tu-134 has seen service in 42 countries in Europe, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa and South America. The book features a full production list of over 800 aircraft and accident details.. Detailed fleet lists are given of all known Tu-134 operators. Apart from passenger flights, its multifarious activities include VIP transportation, support of Air Force, Army and Navy headquarters and miscellaneous research and test work. The Tu-134, which has given sterling service for 35 years now, has played a major role in Soviet/Russian civil aviation. The type has helped train thousands of military pilots and navigators for the Soviet Air Forces' tactical and long-range bomber components.Compiled from first-hand Russian sources, the book gives an account of the Tu-134 and the type's design, test and operational history. It was the first jet type operated the flag carriers of several nations allied with the Soviet Union. Every known version, including military and various test air