The Handley Page Victor: The History and Development of a Classic Jet: Volume 2 - The Mark 2 and Comprehensive Appendices and Accident Analysis for Al

By Roger Brooks and Roger Brooks ARAeS

The first volume of Roger Brooks' detailed reference to the Victor covers the conception, design and test-flying of the prototype HP 80 and then the production and operation of the Mark 1 in its many roles. This second volume completes the history of the aircraft by describing the improved Mark 2 that was primarily conceived to carry Britain's Blue Steel nuclear deterrent.

The aircraft was to be re-engined with the Rolls-Royce Conway and the enlargement of the air intakes in the wing are one of the more noticeable external differences on these models. When the V-Bomber Force lost its primary raison d'etre as the delivery vehicle for the nuclear deterrent, the Victors were adapted for the air-to-air refueling tanker role, a task they successfully carried out until their airframe life was exhausted.

This volume also includes lengthy appendices on all Marks that include a mass of detailed historical information, the testing of many new systems, modifications throughout service life, the author's first-hand experiences as a Victor crew chief, operational records and a complete list of all Victor accidents with a detailed analysis and official reports.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1844155706
• ISBN13: 9781844155705
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Pen and Sword Aviation
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 2.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.2" x 9.7"