Description

Large format paperback, staple bound in white pictorial covers. 40 pages plus covers. Profusely illustrated with 83 rare archive black and white photographs, including 16 close-up photos and official RAF drawings; 12 pages of detailed 1:48 and 1:72 scale drawings by Ian R. Stair and three color profiles by Ray Rimell on rear cover. “Fabric – Camouflage and Markings” essay by Ray Rimell and Appendices round out this issue. First edition. Another unique monograph by Datafile once more covering machines produced by the Royal Aircraft Factory. Though many of the aircraft designed by Royal Aircraft Factory have been profiled in past Datafile issues, the RE5 and Re7 reconnaissance machine have been notably absent, much as they have been poorly served by past aviation historians. The present Datafile seeks to redress that failure and “describes in great detail the development and operational service of both aircraft with the aid of much hitherto unpublished material.” An excellent resource for the scale-modeler and airplane enthusiast. No previous ownership marks. A clean, internally unmarked copy with just a hint of toning to extremities of white card covers. Very good+.