Aviation in South Africa - Herman Potgieter

Aviation in South Africa - Herman Potgieter - 1986 - 1st Edition - Struik Publishers - 160p - Blue pictoral board exterior and dust cover in very good condition.

Herman Potgieter' superlative photographs of aircraft in action form the basis of this unique survey of aviation in South Africa.

This book covers the entire field of civil and military aviation, and is divided into the following section:

• the national carrier: South African Airways

• the aircraft and airlines of the regional and feeder network

• corparate and commercial aviation, including civil helicopters and specialized aircraft

• the South African Air Force

• recreational flying: vintage, experimental and home-built aircraft, microlights, aerobatics, gliding, hang gliding, balloning and skydiving

The introductory text discusses the origins, growth and current state of each of these branches of aviation, paying tribute to the pioneers and highlighting the achievements of the personalities who have made aviation in South Africa what it is today. Most of the authors are actively involved in flying - either as sportsman or in the course of their work

Aviation in South Africa, with its stunning pictures and informative text, will appeal not only to the aircraft enthusiast and professionals in the field but also to everyone who appreciates photography at its very best.