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New from Fonthill Media come studies of two of the RAF's iconic WW2 bombers. Covering both ends of the spectrum, the volumes cover the Stirling – the first of the “heavies” - and the incomparable Mosquito.

Short Stirling - The First of the RAF Heavy Bombers
Pino Lombardi

The definitive work on this iconic bomber that paved the way for the Handley Page Halifax and Avro Lancaster

· The definitive work on the Short Stirling: the result of a life’s research and dedication
· Designed by the Short Brothers in 1936, the Short Stirling entered service in 1941, but was superseded by the Halifax and Lancaster later in the war
· Superbly illustrated with 400 unpublished photographs
· The last word on the Short Stirling and a labour of love

Short Stirling: The First of the RAF Heavy Bombers is dedicated to the RAF’s first four-engine heavy bomber and is the culmination of an incredible thirty years’ comprehensive research. Illustrated with largely unpublished wartime photographs, it describes the design, construction and factories where Stirlings were produced. The men and women who built them relate their stories and the aircrews give their personal accounts of operating the Stirling. A chapter is devoted to the training of aircrews and flying the Stirling is described in detail. Not forgotten is the work of RAF ground crews and maintenance units, often working outdoors in sub-zero conditions. Then there are the civilian men and women who undertook repairs; little adulation was given for the vital work they achieved in rebuilding battle-damaged Stirlings. The final transport version of the Stirling is featured both in its RAF and post-war civilian role and how it went full circle to become a bomber once more in the hands of the Egyptian Air Force.

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De Havilland Mosquito - The Original Multirole Combat Aircraft
Philip Birtles

The ultimate illustrated history of the Second World War de Havilland Mosquito, the first multirole combat aircraft

· Previously unpublished accounts from the designers, builders and aircrew of the de Havilland Mosquito
· Many contemporary and previously unpublished photographs
· Comprehensive details on the conversation of surviving aircraft

De Havilland Mosquito: The Original Multirole Combat Aircraft covers the creation, design and development of this beloved aircraft. Built in Britain, Canada and Australia, the Mosquito saw extensive service in Britain, Europe and Asia throughout the Second World War. It was initially designed as a twin-Rolls-Royce Merlin-powered unarmed bomber (with a two-man crew), but the aircraft’s versatility allowed it to carry out many more functions. The additional roles of the Mosquito included path finding and photo reconnaissance; acting as a night fighter, an intruder, or a fighter bomber; electronic counter measures and naval operations; and high-speed courier missions.

This book is essential for those seeking to study this iconic British aircraft, featuring the experiences of Mosquito designers, construction workers and aircrew. It also contains many original, contemporary and previously unpublished photographs, which cover the aircraft’s service with RAF squadrons and overseas air forces in its many varied roles. For reference, there are detailed appendices describing production, the specifications of each variant, the RAF and RN units equipped with the type, and details of Mosquitos that survive today.

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