The Osprey Encyclopedia of Russian Aircraft 1875-1995 cover

The Osprey Encyclopedia of Russian Aircraft 1875-1995

by Bill Gunston

Reference book covering each aircraft and ekranoplan design developed in Russia and the Soviet Union through 1995. Each is covered with a narrative history of its development and limited technical specifications along with black and white photographs and line drawings. Additional sections cover weapons, materials, engines, avionics, organizations, and other details related to Russian and Soviet aviation.

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
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