Hawker P.1127, Kestrel and Harrier
Developing the World's First Jet V/STOL Combat Aircraft
(Author) Tony ButtlerThis illustrated history covers in detail the design and development of the Hawker P.1127, Kestrel and Harrier. It examines how their designs came together, the flight testing undertaken by the manufacturer and the RAF, and it includes some of the designs, showing alternative and rejected ways of performing the vertical take-off role for the RAF. It considers proposed developments and the Sea Harrier, focusing on the work done in the late 1950s-1970s.
Tony Buttler
Tony Buttler is a renowned aviation historian and author known for his in-depth research and expertise in military aviation. His most notable works include "British Secret Projects: Jet Bombers Since 1949" and "X-Planes of Europe: Secret Research Aircraft from the Golden Age 1946-1974." Buttler's writing style is characterized by meticulous attention to detail and comprehensive analysis of aircraft design and development. His contributions to literature have significantly advanced the understanding of military aviation history and technology. One of his most famous works, "British Secret Projects: Jet Bombers Since 1949," is considered a seminal reference for aviation enthusiasts and historians alike. Buttler's impact on the literary genre of aviation history is undeniable, as he continues to be a leading authority in the field.
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