Aviation

Radio Procedures and General Information for Pilots - An uncommon vintage South African aviation reference manual compiled by Placo Limited, former distributors of Piper Aircraft in Southern Africa. This undated 130-page folder-style…

Fighters of World War II - Impressive oversized 1985 landscape paperback featuring 29 iconic World War II fighter aircraft, with spectacular full-colour illustrations by Keith Fretwell and Ichiro Hasegawa and text by…

Manual of Flying Training for the Private Pilot's - A comprehensive 1986 fifth edition aviation training manual by N. H. Birch and A. E. Bramson, covering practical flying instruction, pre-flight briefings and…

The Private Pilot's Handbook - A 1968 fifth edition of this comprehensive South African private pilot training handbook by G. D. P. Worthington. Covers flight principles, navigation, meteorology, aviation regulations, radio communication…

Flight Briefing for Pilots - A 1969 hardcover reprint of the classic aviation training manual by N. H. Birch and A. E. Bramson. Covers fundamental flying techniques, pilot instruction and practical flight…

Flying with the Birds - Featuring spectacular colour photography, innovative scientific research and extraordinary accounts of bird migration and aviation safety. Near fine 2009 second-edition hardcover with dust jacket.

The Spartan Story - A specialist illustrated history of the Spartan Aircraft Company by Chet Peek with George Goodhead. This 1994 first edition documents the company's aircraft and achievements through an extensive…

Fairey Aircraft Since 1915 - A collectable 1974 first edition of H. A. Taylor's definitive 450-page history of Fairey aviation. Extensively illustrated and covering aircraft from the First World War through the…

A collectable 1995 illustrated history of the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight by Bill Taylor, covering its famous Spitfires, Hurricanes, Lancaster and personnel. This copy is especially interesting for its handwritten…

Flying African Skies: Bushpilots Tales - An entertaining first-edition collection of true African bush-flying stories by pilot Karl Finatzer, illustrated with colour photographs and maps. A particularly appealing title for collectors of…

Avalanche! - An uncommon 2007 specialist helicopter aviation title by John Hill. This collectable copy is personally inscribed and signed by the author. An appealing addition to a military, helicopter or aviation…

Both thought-provoking and highly readable, Out of the Blue offers a fresh perspective on twentieth-century military history. Aviation enthusiasts, military historians, and readers interested in the role of contingency in historical events…

Modern Fighter Aircraft Technology and Tactics - An authoritative exploration of modern fighter aircraft, pilot training, combat tactics, avionics, weapons systems, and aerial warfare technology by respected aviation author Anthony Thornborough.

The Hurricane Story - A fascinating tribute to the legendary Hawker Hurricane fighter aircraft by celebrated author Paul Gallico, blending wartime history, aviation heritage, and storytelling into a highly collectible mid-century volume.

Moments of Terror - A fascinating and richly illustrated history of Antarctic aviation, covering the daring pilots, pioneering aircraft, and perilous expeditions that opened up the frozen continent to exploration and science.

Aircraft Camouflage and Markings - A classic aviation reference work detailing the evolution of aircraft camouflage and insignia from the dawn of powered flight through World War II and into the early…

Japanese Aircraft - Scarce WWII Allied intelligence manual on Japanese military aircraft, issued in restricted format and accompanied by original Yeovilton aircraft recognition photographs.

The Complete Flying Course - Scarce vintage aviation handbook by N. Roy Harben, offering practical flying tuition for instructors and pupils. A desirable early pilot training title in original dust jacket.

Syd’s Pirates - A compelling insider history of Cathay Pacific and the daring pilots who shaped Asian aviation—ideal for collectors and aviation enthusiasts.

South African List of Lights, Fog Signals and Radio Beacons - Scarce South African Hydrographic Office SAN-HO-1 listing lights, fog signals and radio beacons for the South African and South-West African coast.…