Curtiss P-40 Warhawk: The Famous Flying Tigers Fighter

Discover the complete history of one of WWII's most iconic aircraft. With a production run of 13,738 aircraft, the P-40 was the third most-produced US fighter of the war and earned legendary status as the "shark-mouthed" fighter of the American Volunteer Group, the Flying Tigers. From its first flight in 1938 through combat operations across multiple theaters, this meticulously researched volume traces the P-40's design, construction, and operational service with the United States and Allied forces. Featuring 137 stunning color and black-and-white photographs—many never before published—presented in remarkable clarity with detailed captions, this book puts you in the cockpit of aviation history. Written by David Doyle, author of over 100 books and recipient of the prestigious Bart Vanderveen Award for contributions to military vehicle preservation, this is essential reading for aviation enthusiasts, historians, and collectors. 112 pages. Hardback