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From Lysander to Lightning: Teddy Petter, Aircraft Designer
Glyn Davies
The Lysander, Canberra, Lightning and Folland Gnat are massive names in the world of aviation. Here Glyn Davies not only explores Petter’s life, but also expands on the nature of his remarkable aircraft and why they are so legendary.
160 pages, 90 black & white illustrations
| Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
| Released | June 2, 2014 |
| ISBN13 | 9780752492117 |
| Publishers | The History Press Ltd |
| Pages | 160 |
| Dimensions | 156 × 235 × 10 mm · 350 g |
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