Restoration Force – Grass Roots Preservation Of Civilian And Military Aircraft By Enthusiasts Worldwide

Walk into any of the myriad aircraft museums dotted across the world and you can appreciate the wonderfully restored and preserved exhibits on display. But what about the many gems lovingly brought back to life and hiding away in peoples garages, sheds, barns and gardens? With this book you become a privileged spectator into a dedicated but often secretive world.  To protect their security, names, projects and locations have been limited to the very basics. This is the nostalgic domain of the amateur restorer, hobbyist, and cockpiteer, of which since purchasing his first military cockpit in 2010, the author is one. Here you will find complete coverage of 23 projects worldwide with background histories of the aircraft and full-colour photos of the restoration be it of cockpit, fuselage, or full aircraft. From Spitfire to Chipmunk, Vulcan to Buccaneer, Piper Aztec to B-52, this is a fascinating insight into an obsession with the romance that aviation once was. A must-read for every aircraft aficionado and an inspiration for future preservers.

AUTHOR – Gavin Hoffen

PUBLISHER – Grub Street

FORMAT – Softback

PUBLISHED – 2021

PAGES – 109

ISBN – 978 1 911667 13 1