Publisher's Synopsis
Containing full descriptions of the world's most significant fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft no longer in production but still in service, Jane's Aircraft Upgrades provides you with a complete resource for market intelligence, threat assessment and recognition. Recently restructured into two sections, the first is arranged alphabetically by manufacturer and offers full technical descriptions of the aircraft followed by the latest upgrade programmes associated with each one - particularly in the commercial sector. The second section provides full descriptions of the aircraft manufacturers and upgrade companies worldwide. Key contents include: Airframe manufacturers; Retrofit packages; Upgrade companies; Aircraft design, structure, flying controls, equipment avionics, power plant and armament; Aircraft dimensions and performance A new Manufacturers Index has also been added to enable full cross-referencing. For the most authoritative guide to new and planned aircraft the publisher recommends Jane's All the World's Aircraft, or Jane's Electronic Mission Aircraft for airborne systems information.