Pioneering The Helicopter - Hardcover

by Charles Lester Morris (Author)

Pioneering The Helicopter is a comprehensive book written by Charles Lester Morris that delves into the history and development of the helicopter. The book provides a detailed account of the early pioneers who contributed to the creation of the helicopter, including Igor Sikorsky, Frank Piasecki, and Arthur Young. The author also discusses the technical aspects of the helicopter, such as its aerodynamics, powerplants, and control systems. The book covers the various types of helicopters, including military, civilian, and experimental models. In addition, Pioneering The Helicopter explores the challenges faced by the early helicopter designers and pilots, such as stability issues, safety concerns, and the difficulty in obtaining funding for research and development. The book is filled with photographs, diagrams, and technical illustrations that help to explain the concepts discussed in the text. It is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in aviation history, engineering, or technology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.