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Road to the 707: The Inside Story of Designing the 707,New
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This book outlines the critical engineering discoveries leading to the jet transport age from observations of birds in flight to modern jet transports. Starting with the Wright Brothers, it traces a path to the Boeing XB47 sweptwing jet bomber, ending with the first generation of commercial jet the Comet, the Convair 990, the DC8, and the 707.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of the book 'Road to the 707'? A: The book outlines the critical engineering discoveries that led to the jet transport age, tracing developments from the Wright Brothers to the first generation of commercial jet transports like the Boeing 707.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Road to the 707'? A: The author of 'Road to the 707' is William H. Cook.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as a Used Book in Good Condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'Road to the 707' have? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Road to the 707' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1991.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'Road to the 707' is a First Edition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under the United States.
- Q: What are some key topics covered in the book? A: The book covers engineering discoveries, the evolution of jet transport design, and significant aircraft models such as the Comet, Convair 990, and DC-8.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for aviation history? A: Yes, 'Road to the 707' serves as a valuable reference for those interested in aviation history and the development of jet transports.