Messerschmitt Bf 109: libri illustrati di storia e guide

BF 109E/F vs Yak-1/7 : Eastern Front 1941-42 (Osprey)

Step into the cockpits of the Luftwaffe's Bf 109 and the Red Air Force's Yaks 1-7, two fighters which were involved in some of the largest, fiercest aerial battles in history.
The Iconic Messerschmitt fighter and its combat hardened pilots inflicted a fearful beating on the Yaks in the beginning of the war. Some of the highest scoring aces in history benefitted from the Bf 109's technical superiority over the overweight and underpowered Yak 1, racking up incredible successes against their poorly trained and equipped adversaries.
And yet, as the Soviets accumulated combat experience, their tactics improved, as did their mounts in the upgraded Yak 1B and gradually, the Red Force eroded the Jagdwaffe's dominance of the skies in the eastern front, though with the 109G they would never lose qualitative superiority.
Featuring first-hand accounts from veteran pilots, rare archival photographs and expert analysis, this volume brings to life the vicious dogfights that took place between the Bf 109 and the Yak as they vied for mastery of the frozen skies of the Eastern Front.

Contents: Introduction - Chronology - Design & Development - Technical Specifications - Strategic Situation - Combatants - Combat - Statistics and Analysis - Aftermath - Further Reading - Index.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Dmitriy Khazanov, Aleksander Medved
Formato:	80 pagine, 25 x 18.5 x 0.8 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	riccamente illustrato con foto e disegni (in B&N e in colori)
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Osprey Publishing (GB, 2015)
Collana:	Duel (65)
ISBN:	9781472805799

Messerschmitt Bf 109 : The Early Years - Poland, the Fall of France and the Battle of Britain (Air War Archive)

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 was the Luftwaffe's principal fighter from 1939 until 1942 when the superior Focke-Wulf Fw 190 came into greater prominence. The Bf 109 served in every theatre of the war, particularly in the invasion of France and the Low Countries, the Battle of Britain and the invasion of the Soviet Union, the Mediterranean and with Rommel in North Africa.
In the later years of the war, the Bf 109 fought with success in the defence of Germany against the Allied bombers.

The Bf 109 was the most produced fighter aircraft in history and more aerial kills were made with this fighter than any other aircraft. In this selection of unrivalled images collected over many years, and now part of the War in the Air series, the operations of this famous aircraft in the early part of the Second World War are portrayed and brought to life.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Chris Goss
Formato:	128 pagine, 24.5 x 19 x 1.4 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	200 foto in B&N
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Frontline Books (GB, 2016)
ISBN:	9781848324794

Messerschmitt Bf 109 F, G, & K Series - An Illustrated Study

Noted Luftwaffe historians Jochen Prien and Peter Rodeike present in this book the Messerschmitt Bf 109 F, G and K models. Over 500 photos - most never published and some in rare color - superb line schemes, and detailed text show the late model "109s" development into the superb fighter of legend.
Among the details presented are units which used the F, G and K, production numbers, prototypes, unusual markings and camouflage.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Jochen Prien, Peter Rodeike
Formato:	208 pagine, 28.5 x 22.5 x 2.2 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	490 foto in B&N e in colori, 50 disegni
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2004)
ISBN:	9780887404245

Spitfire II/V vs BF 109F : Channel Front 1940-42 (Osprey)

With stunning artwork and detailed analysis, this volume provides a pilot's view of the dramatic clashes between these two legendary fighters, as some of the most gifted and 'big name' aces of World War II went head to head in the skies of North-West Europe.

As the Battle of Britain approached its conclusion, two new versions of the famous Spitfire and Messerschmitt Bf 109 arrived on the scene. The RAF could see that the Luftwaffe were stepping down their incursions into British airspace, and went on to the offensive.
The Spitfire Mark II, and increasingly the Mark V, would fly over the picturesque English channel in fighter sweeps, or to escort vulnerable Blenheim bombers - waiting for them was the Bf 109F 'Friedrich'.

Yet despite the reversal of offensive and defensive dispositions, and despite the Luftwaffe deploying the bulk of their fighter strength to the Eastern Front in 1941, the Jagdflieger were able to inflict severe losses on their RAF counterparts.

Contents: Introduction - Chronology - Design and Development - Technical Specifications - The Strategic Situation - The Combatants - Combat - Statistics and Analysis - Aftermath - Further Reading - Index.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Tony Holmes
Formato:	80 pagine, 25 x 18.5 x 0.8 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	riccamente illustrato con foto in B&N e in colori
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Osprey Publishing (GB, 2017)
Collana:	Duel (67)
ISBN:	9781472805768

Messerschmitt 109 - An Illustrated Guide

A fascinating history of the Messerschmitt 109, from its maiden flight in 1935 through to the redesigned versions that flew during the final months of World War II. It includes complete technical specifications detailing the Messerschmitt 109's armament, power plant, dimensions, weight and performance.

It features over 75 photographs of the Messerschmitt 109 in action, as well as a cutaway diagram showing the interior construction of this classic fighter aircraft.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Dr. Alfred Price
Formato:	64 pagine, 22 x 17 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	più di 75 foto
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Anness Publishing (GB, 2014)
ISBN:	9780754829966

Messerschmitt BF 109 - A-D Series (Osprey)

From the nascent days of the Spanish Civil War to the desperate, final defence of the stricken Reich, the Messerchmitt Bf 109 was the Luftwaffe's signature fighter. From the very beginning of its combat career it came to symbolize what could be achieved with a modern monoplane fighter aircraft, instilling fear and respect into Allied pilots wherever it was encountered. 35,000 of the ubiquitous Messerschmitts were eventually built, making it the most-produced fighter in history.
This is the first Air Vanguard volume to cover the Bf 109, detailing models A-D. Featuring stunning aerial photos the title explores in depth the technical characteristics and combat performance of the early Bf 109s, including their combat debut in the Spanish Civil War, their employment in the invasion of Poland and showing how the type became one of the most famous names in aviation history.

Contents: Introduction - Design and Development - Technical Specifications and Variants - Operational History - Conclusion - Bibliography and Further Reading.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Robert Jackson
Formato:	64 pagine, 25 x 18.5 x 0.7 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	riccamente illustrato con foto e disegni (in B&N e in colori)
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Osprey Publishing (GB, 2015)
Collana:	Air Vanguard (18)
ISBN:	9781472804860

Messerschmitt BF 109 - The Design and Operational History

More than 33,000 Messerchmitt Bf 109s were built between 1935 and 1945, making it the second-most produced warplane of all time. Its baptism of fire was in Spain during the Spanish Civil War of 1936-39. The Bf 109 was the mainstay of Luftwaffe fighter squadrons, and the favoured choice of most of the Luftwaffe's fighter aces.

Luftwaffe Bf 109 pilots accounted for thousands of Allied aircraft, with individual scores for some pilots reached hundreds of downed aircraft. It saw service in Poland, the invasion of France and, of course, during the Battle of Britain in 1940.
Although gradually becoming obsolete, the Bf 109 remained in large-scale production until the end of the war, and was supplied to more than ten countries, including Finland, Hungary, and Romania.

After the war, development and production continued in Czechoslovakia and Spain as the Avia S-199 and Hispano Ha-1112 respectively, the latter powered by a Rolls-Royce Merlin engine.
Incredibly, the state of Israel operated Czech-built Avia S-199s during its War of Independence in 1948-49. Today, the Bf 109 is considered one of the greatest fighters ever produced.

• This book covers development, production and service of the Bf 109 with the Luftwaffe
• Includes details of the Bf 109 in service with every arm that operated the fighter, including post-war operations
• With technical descriptions, every production variant is described
• Includes details on prototypes, unbuilt projects and survivors, static and airworthy
• Rare and unrecorded opinions of Allied pilots on the pros and cons of the Bf 109
• Handsomely illustrated with high-quality photographs spanning over 80 years

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Jan Forsgren
Formato:	272 pagine, 23.5 x 15.5 x 2.2 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	121 foto in B&N
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Fonthill Media (GB, 2017)
ISBN:	9781781555866

Messerschmitt Bf 109 A-E - Development / Testing / Production

Created by aviation pioneer Willy Messerschmitt, the Bf 109 was an innovative, ground-breaking design. In the face of stiff competition from other German aircraft manufacturers, this powerful, maneuverable and light aircraft was selected as the Luftwaffe's standard fighter, and it went on to see action in every theater of operations in the Second World War.
With more than 33,000 examples built, the Bf 109 is the most-produced fighter aircraft of all time. In 1937 the Bf 109 demonstrated its great performance potential by achieving several impressive victories at the Zurich Air Meet and setting the world speed record of 611 kph.

This book describes factually and accurately the development, testing and technology of the Bf 109 as well as the production variants Bf 109A to Bf 109E.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Willy Radinger, Walter Schick
Formato:	136 pagine, 28.5 x 22.5 x 1.8 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	150+ foto in B&N e in colori, disegni
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 1999)
ISBN:	9780764309519

Messerschmitt Bf 109 E-F Series (Osprey)

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 was one of the truly world class piston-engined fighters of World War II. This reputation rests largely with the E and F variants, which bore the brunt of the Luftwaffe's most important operations in World War II and shot down tens of thousands of Allied aircraft in the Battle of Britain, the Blitzkriegs across Europe and on the Eastern Front.

This volume looks at the design and development history of these formidable warplanes, with a meticulous technical focus to reveal why the types were so effective. It explores the long process of tweaks to the E variant, and solutions to the many initial technical problems with the F, and how this development helped Willy Messerschmitt's promising Bf 109 design mature and fulfil its potential.

Contents: Introduction - Design and Development - Technical Specifications and Variants - Operational History - Conclusion - Bibliography and Further Reading.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Robert Jackson
Formato:	64 pagine, 25 x 18.5 x 0.7 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	riccamente illustrato con foto e disegni (in B&N e in colori)
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Osprey Publishing (GB, 2015)
Collana:	Air Vanguard (23)
ISBN:	9781472804891

Messerschmitt Bf 109 F-K - Development, Testing, Production

As the Luftwaffe's standard fighter, beginning in 1937 the Bf 109 was produced in large numbers and after the outbreak of the Second World War saw action over every front.
With this light, high-performance aircraft Professor Willy Messerschmitt had created a ground-breaking design. The Bf 109 had to remain in continuous development in order to keep pace with advances in Allied fighter design.

1941 saw the advent of the Bf 109 F, a clearly improved version, which was soon replaced by the more powerful and better armed Bf 109 G. The Bf 109 H high-altitude fighter reached a ceiling of 14,000 meters, and the Bf 109 K, the most potent of all the variants of this fighter aircraft, entered production in the last year of the war.

This is a complete summary of all versions from the Bf 109 F to K with many photographs, some never before published, and details.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Willy Radinger, Wolfgang Otto
Formato:	160 pagine, 28.5 x 22.5 x 1.9 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	più di 150 foto in B&N e in colori, disegni
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2004)
ISBN:	9780764310232

Messerschmitt Bf 109 G with DB 605 A Engine

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 was the German World War II fighter aircraft that was the backbone of the Luftwaffe's fighter force. The G series, was introduced in mid-1942 and benefited from the powerful 1,455 horsepower DB 605 engine.

This book describes and illustrates all the famous Bf 109 G variants with the DB 605 A engine. It explains in detail the technical aspects of all the different variants and is lavishly illustrated by specially commissioned colour artwork profiles, 1/72 scale plans for modellers and walk-around photographs of the plane and its systems in restored and stripped down examples.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Robert Peczkowski
Formato:	96 pagine, 29.5 x 21 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	riccamente illustrato con foto e disegni in B&N e in colori
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	MMP Books (PL, 2017)
ISBN:	9788365281685

Messerschmitt Me 109 in Swiss Air Force Service

Describes the procurement, operation and technical aspects of the legendary Messerschmitt Me 109 in Swiss service during and after World War II. The aircraft and its procurement during the 1930s and 1940s are described in detail, as are the internal quarrels and errors in planning. The Me 109G "Gustav" is extensively discussed, and a chapter on camouflage paint and markings will be of special interest to modelers. The book also contains nearly 450 mostly unpublished photographs, including color.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Georg Hoch
Formato:	256 pagine, 29.5 x 22.5 x 2.8 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	450 foto in B&N e in colori
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2008)
ISBN:	9780764329241

P-40 Warhawk vs Bf 109 - MTO 1942-44 (Osprey)

Although the P-40 and the Bf 109 joined the air war over North Africa at nearly the same time in 1941, the German fighter had already racked up a considerable combat career, dating back to 1937 in Spain. In contrast, the P-40 was a bit of an unknown quantity and was making its combat debut in the hands of the RAF's Desert Air Force.

Discover how the huge differences between the veteran Bf 109 and the new P-40 determined the tactics they adopted and the ultimate outcome of their epic confrontation in this book. The author covers all aspects of the aerial battle, from the small, agile Bf 109's ability to operate more effectively at high altitudes through to the P-40's advantage in manoeuvrability, which outweighed its poor high altitude performance.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Carl Molesworth
Formato:	80 pagine, 25 x 19 x 0.6 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	40 foto in B&N, 20 disegni in colori
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Osprey Publishing (GB, 2011)
Collana:	Duel (38)
ISBN:	9781849084697

Spitfire vs Bf 109 - Battle of Britain (Osprey)

Describes the Battle of Britain, the clash between the Spitfire I/II and the Bf 109E - detailing not only the key elements of both aircraft types - the airframe, engine, armament and flying characteristics, but also the pilots' training and tactics accompanied by diagrams of actual flight formations.
The growing influence of radar and the efforts of British air defences are also examined, as are real-life engagements - from both German and British perspectives.
With a wealth of first-hand accounts from the veterans who strapped themselves into these legendary machines as well as illustrations and cockpit-view artwork, this book puts the reader in the midst of a dogfight, providing a unique insight into one of the greatest duels of history in the world's first major aerial battle.

Contents: Introduction - Chronology - Strategic situation - Design & Development - Technical Specifications - Combatants - Combat - Analysis - Conclusion - Bibliography and further reading list.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Tony Holmes
Formato:	80 pagine, 25 x 18.5 x 0.5 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	riccamente illustrato con foto e disegni (in B&N e in colori)
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Osprey Publishing (GB, 2007)
Collana:	Duel (5)
ISBN:	9781846031908

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 E - Germany's Premier Early World War II Fighter (Legends of Warfare)

The Bf 109 E "Emil" entered service in 1938, powered by the powerful DB 601 engine, which made it one of the most capable fighters of its time. After seeing action in the Spanish Civil War, the Emil became Germany's primary fighter during the early years of World War II, serving in Poland, France, the Low Countries, Britain, the Balkans, and North Africa.

By June 1941, during "Operation Barbarossa, " the Emil was largely replaced by the Bf 109 F as the Luftwaffe's main fighter. However, it continued to serve in various roles, including fighter-bomber, reconnaissance, and fighter training. The Bf 109 E was flown by many of Germany's top fighter aces during the early war years.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	David Johnston
Formato:	112 pagine, 23 x 23 x 1.6 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	152 foto in B&N e in colori
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2019)
Collana:	Legends of Warfare
ISBN:	9780764358609

Die 109 - Die Entwicklung eines legendären Flugzeugs

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 in its various series is one of the most frequently built aircraft in the world. This is its history: not a dry list of the various versions of the "109"; rather, the aim here is to show the interaction between the development of an aircraft and its use in air warfare, with particular emphasis on the fighter weapon.
The book covers this legendary aircraft type from the first experimental aircraft to the last Spanish replicas that were still flying in 1958. This book is an authentic documentation of the Bf 109.

Pagine del libro "Die 109 - Die Entwicklung eines legendären Flugzeugs"

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Heinz J. Nowarra
Formato:	312 pagine, 24 x 21 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	443 foto e 39 disegni
Lingua:	tedesco
Editore:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2008)
ISBN:	9783613028982

Me 109 - Produktion und Einsatz

To this day, it is legendary as THE fighter aircraft of the German Air Force in World War II. The book provides an overview of the production and use of the Me 109. At the start of World War II, the Me 109 was the standard fighter of the Air Force and, with its superior flight performance, ensured air supremacy on all fronts.
As the war continued, the wear and tear on aircraft increased steadily. In order to compensate for the losses, the Reich Air Ministry decided to mass-produce the Me 109 at the Erla machine works in Leipzig, the Wiener Neustädter aircraft works and the Messerschmitt GmbH Regensburg.

The greatest cuts in production resulted from the devastating air raids by the USAAF on these three aircraft factories in 1943/44. As the war progressed, foreign and forced laborers as well as prisoners of war were used in production. Engineers report on sabotage and the problems associated with it under "Top Secret".
One dark chapter is the production by concentration camp prisoners. The production of the Me 109 in the Flossenbürg concentration camp is considered as an example. Over 3 000 concentration camp prisoners worked there in armaments production.

In the second chapter, "Use of the Me 109, " former pilots from the Second World War who survived the great death of the Luftwaffe have their say. At the time, they belonged to a young elite and suffered enormous bloody losses. Given the material superiority of the Allies on all fronts, every mission was a rendezvous with death for them.
Approximately 300 pages with 250 rare and partly previously unpublished reports, photos and documents give the reader an intensive impression of the events of that time.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Peter Schmoll
Formato:	312 pagine, 28.5 x 22 x 2.7 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	250+ foto
Lingua:	tedesco
Editore:	MZ-Buchverlag (D, 2017)
ISBN:	9783866463561

Messerschmitt BF 109E Betriebs- und Rüstanleitung

Designed by famed engineer Willy Messerschmitt, the BF 109 scored more kills than any other aircraft in WWII. It flew as a fighter, bomber escort, interceptor, ground attack platform, and recon aircraft. An astonishing 31 000 Bf-109s were built during the war and after, when Spain and Czechoslovakia built variants.

This maintenance and erection manual dates from the pre-war period, 1939. Intended as an aide to ground crews, it presents a rare glimpse into the construction of one of history's great aircraft.
This affordable reproduction was made from an original German manual. It has been slightly reformatted, but care has been taken however to preserve the integrity of the text.

Please note: all of the text in this book is in German.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Messerschmitt AG
Formato:	126 pagine, 23 x 15 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	foto e disegni
Lingua:	tedesco
Editore:	Periscope Film (USA, 2016)
ISBN:	9781935700975