The Fokker Triplane probably generates more interest than any other First World War aircraft. It is one of those rare aeroplanes to which the word legendary can be applied without exaggeration. This is a new and highly detailed study of the aeroplane which earned its place in aeronautical history though the achievements of Manfred von Richthofen and other leading German aces. The book, which is profusely illustrated, includes a brief outline of the history of the Fokker company, the development of the Triplane, its initial employment and its subsequent use over the front line. There is also an analysis of unit and individual markings. This book will become a leading reference work on the subject and will appeal to First World War enthusiasts, aero-modellers, aviation and military historians.
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Paul Leaman is currently the managing editor of Cross and Cockade, the journal devoted to the history of aviation in the First World War.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By PE NEVE
Format:Hardcover
This book is the culmination of over 35 years research into the Fokker Dr 1 by this well respected aviation historian and as such becomes the benchmark by which all other books on this topic should be judged. The book contains a full history of the Triplanes development and subsequent deployment as well as the ultimate fates of these fascinating machines. All of the painstakingly researched material presented is beautifuly illustrated with over 500 photographs, illustrations and constructional drawings which simply add to the quality of this book. Impossible to fault. As a life long fan of the Triplane and its history I was bowled over by this book and believe that a better account of the Fokker Dr 1 would be impossible not only to locate, but also to produce. Top marks to the author and publisher!!
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Could have been better
29 May 2008
By Flyboy
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Format:Hardcover
I read some of the previous reviews and was concerned with the comments regarding the size of the photo's. Photo's are the only source of accurate information on the Triplane. As it turns out it's a big book with lot's and lot's of very small photo's. Many of the photo's I've already seen published previously at a much larger scale. Even with a magnifying glass you can't see much since the pixel level is low. The written information is a rehash of everything else that's already been published. There is one chapter on the flying characteristics of a Triplane with very little information. Surprising since there are a number of them flying today with rotaries and radials and horizontally opposed engines. Apparently the author found it too time consuming conferring with these pilots and preferred to express his opinions instead. There are some nice color drawings of various Triplane's which is nothing new. I would have preferred if they would have done away with the color drawings and printed larger photo's if cost was the issue. The book appears to be an attempt to exploit the popularity of the Triplane and give the buyer a general knowledge of it's history and usage. I suspect this book will be on the bargain buy table at your local book store if not already. If you want a good book on the Fokker Triplane , see if you can find Alex Imrie's book. It's a smaller sized book but the pictures and information is larger by comparison.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jam-Packed Fokker Triplane Book
15 Jun 2005
By M. Vanderlaan
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Format:Hardcover
If like me, you're always searching for more photos and information on the Fokker DRI, this is the book for you. Filled to the point of over-flow with original photos from the Ed Ferko collection as well as other, you'll not find a single source greater than this for visual information. There are a few inaccuracies and a distinct lack of information and photos of original construction, but who knows, there may be no such information left in the world. On the whole a 10 out of 10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Well-illustrated, comprehensive guide
14 Feb 2004
By Keith Thompson
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An excellent history of the development & deployment of WWI's most famous fighting plane. Makes a great companion piece to Leon Bennett's more technically oriented 'Three Wings for the Red Baron'.
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