S.E. 210 Caravelle - A Legends of Flight Illustrated History (Legends of Flight)
The Sud Aviation S.E. 210 Caravelle, a French-built jet airliner from the 1950s, was named after the 15th-century caravela ships used in the Age of Exploration. Along with the British de Havilland Comet, it was one of the first jet-powered passenger airliners. In April 1959, the Caravelle became the first successful jet airliner to enter scheduled service with Scandinavian Air Lines (SAS).
Produced until 1972, the Caravelle remained in service until 2005. Its rear-mounted engines influenced later designs like the Douglas DC-9 and Tupolev Tu-134.
This book details the Caravelle's design, development, and use, including its service with major airlines such as Air France, SAS, Swissair, and United. Technical specifications and period photographs provide insight into the history of this pioneering and influential commercial jet airliner.
Product details
Author: | Wolfgang Borgmann |
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Details: | 143 pages, 23.5 x 23.5 x 1.9 cm / 9.25 x 9.25 x 0.75 in, hardback |
Illustrations: | 120+ b&w and colour photos |
Publisher: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2023) |
Series: | Legends of Flight |
ISBN: | 9780764366505 |

S.E. 210 Caravelle - A Legends of Flight Illustrated History
Language: English
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