Deino Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 (edited) I would like to introduce to new books I was working one during the last years .... The first one to be published soon as a handbook of the current PLAAF: Modern Chinese Air Power - People’s Liberation Army Air Forces - On sale 29 Oct 2012Much of the fascination that Chinese military aviation holds for the analyst and enthusiast stems from the thick veil of secrecy that surrounds it. This uniquely compact yet comprehensive directory serves as a magnificently illustrated, in-depth analysis and directory of modern Chinese air power. It is organised in three parts: the most important military aircraft and their weapons found in Chinese service today; aircraft markings and serial number systems; and orders of battle for the People's Liberation Army Air Force and Naval Air Force. The study includes the latest developments emerging from behind the 'Bamboo Curtain', including the J-20 stealth fighter programme and other indigenous projects that are equipping a rapidly modernising air arm. The centrepiece consists of almost 100 fully illustrated pages detailing the organisational structure of the Air Force and Naval Aviation, providing an easy-to-use review of all known flying units, their equipment and their markings. No other book has ever attempted to present this level of accuracy in this way: 'Modern Chinese Air Power' portrays the PLAAF and the PLANAF in a degree of detail that was previously unavailable. http://www.harpia-publishing.com/node/117 And the second one a bit later next year more related to the aircraft types and esp. the failed projects: Dragon's WingsAs China continues its rise as a world power, there is growing interest in its military aviation. Very little has been published in the past on the subject because of the difficulty of obtaining information, but aviation authors Tony Buttler and Andreas Rupprecht have been researching this subject together for a number of years, both from the perspective of their interest in the Chinese aircraft and also through an interest in Chinese secret aviation projects. They have now amassed enough material to put together a book on Chinese fighter and bomber aircraft development since Mao's Communist Party took control of the country in 1949. The book examines the design and development of the country's major military combat aircraft (fighters, bombers, attack aircraft, antisubmarine) since the industry became established after the Second World War, plus a good number of design proposals which, for whatever reason, were rejected or abandoned. The text is supplemented with photographs, line drawings, and color artwork of the aircraft. http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dragons-Wings-Andreas-Rupprecht/dp/1906537364/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1346936658&sr=8-1 Anyway It's finally done .... and I hope You like it, Deino Edited October 4, 2012 by Deino Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Flankerman Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 Great news, Deino - I'll keep a look out for them..... Ken Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Supertom Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 (edited) Wow Deino, I'm very excited for you! I've got a huge interest in PLAAF and PLANAF aircraft, so I'll be getting both. Can the books be preordered or do I have to wait til Oct 29? PS don't forget to shamelessly plug your books on whatif Edited September 6, 2012 by Supertom Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deino Posted September 6, 2012 Author Share Posted September 6, 2012 Thanks ... Yes they are both or pre-order at Amazon CO.uk: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dragons-Wings-Andreas-Rupprecht/dp/1906537364/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1346963063&sr=1-1 De: http://www.amazon.de/Dragons-Wings-Andreas-Rupprecht/dp/1906537364/ref=pd_rhf_dp_p_t_1 and http://www.amazon.de/Modern-Chinese-Air-Power-Liberation/dp/0985455403 ... but at Harpia (http://harpia-publishing.com/?q=contact) it's a bit cheaper. Deino Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deino Posted October 4, 2012 Author Share Posted October 4, 2012 It's finally done and hopefully worth all efforts .... "Modern Chinese Air Power" is 'going to the press' since yesterday: *********** Modern Chinese Warplanes, Combat Aircraft and Units of the Chinese Air Force and Naval Aviation Authors: Andreas Rupprecht and Tom Cooper ISBN: 978-0-9854554-0-8 Size: 28x21cm, softcover Volume: 256 pages with 3 black and white pictures, 274 colour pictures, 12 maps and 60 colour drawings Retailprice: 35.95 Euro plus p&p Publication Date: 24 October 2012 Publisher: Harpia Publishing L.L.C. Where To Order http://www.harpia-publishing.com/?q=node/35/popup&view=stores ********** Much of the fascination that Chinese military aviation holds for the analyst and enthusiast stems from the thick veil of secrecy that surrounds it. This uniquely compact yet comprehensive directory serves as a magnificently illustrated, in-depth analysis and directory of modern Chinese air power. It is organised in three parts: the most important military aircraft and their weapons found in Chinese service today; aircraft markings and serial number systems; and orders of battle for the People's Liberation Army Air Force and Naval Air Force. The study includes the latest developments emerging from behind the 'Bamboo Curtain', including the J-20 stealth fighter programme and other indigenous projects that are equipping a rapidly modernising air arm. The centrepiece consists of more than 100 fully illustrated pages detailing the organisational structure of the Air Force and Naval Aviation, providing an easy-to-use review of all known flying units, their equipment and their markings. No other book has ever attempted to present this level of accuracy in this way: Modern Chinese Warplanes portrays the PLAAF and the PLANAF in a degree of detail that was previously unavailable. As such all I need to say is THANK You all, who contributed with their input, help, comments, corrections and so on ... Deino ;) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deino Posted October 21, 2012 Author Share Posted October 21, 2012 Since yesterday an animated preview of the book is available ... Harpia Publishing L.L.C.: MODERN CHINESE WARPLANES I hope You like it..... Cheers, Deino Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deino Posted November 19, 2012 Author Share Posted November 19, 2012 To admit ... I slowly feel a great relief !!! http://aeroscale.kitmaker.net/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=8422 Modern Chinese Warplanes by: David L. Veres World headlines remain replete with references to China’s energetic economy and political ascendancy. And its mysterious, muscular military clearly enjoys the benefits of lavish research, development, technology and production spending. Now HARPIA PUBLISHING strips the shroud of secrecy with an indispensable handbook on emergent Chinese air power by Andreas Rupprecht and Tom Cooper. Modern Chinese Warplanes sports 256 pages, hundreds of color photos and twelve maps. After brief historical notes, contents course from indigenous aircraft designs and weapons through markings and serials to orders of battle. Subtitled “Combat Aircraft and Units of the Chinese Air Force and Naval Aviationâ€Â, coverage includes both the People’s Liberation Army Air Force and the People’s Liberation Army Naval Air Force – the so-called “second Chinese Air Forceâ€Â. Modelers and markings enthusiasts note! This vital volume sports dozens of superb color profiles by coauthor Cooper. Every major Chinese aircraft type – fighters, transports, trainers and helicopters – populate pages. And order-of-battle summaries even include rare unit badges. Rupprecht and Cooper unearth some real nuggets. Notes on so-called “direct-reporting unitsâ€Â, for instance, include images of the Soaring Dragon UAV – as well as modified Tupolev Tu-154M and Boeing 737-3Q8 jet transports for ELINT/SIGINT missions. And those Shenyang J-6 UCAVs nearly gave me whiplash! I frankly wished the authors broadened coverage to Chinese warplanes for export – like Chengdu’s FC-1/JF-17 fighter and Nanchang’s venerable A-5. But readers can reference HARPIA’s excellent IRIAF 2010: The Modern Iranian Air Force and African MiGs (vols 1 & 2) for select details of China’s international aviation efforts. Coverage of recent, multi-role designs like Guizhou’s JL-9 and Hongdu’s L-15 would have also enriched the account. But I quibble. HARPIA has forged a radiant reputation with gems like this richly illustrated guide. Modern Chinese Warplanes deserves a place on the shelves of Far East military scholars and enthusiasts. Get this terrific tome. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Deino Posted March 10, 2013 Author Share Posted March 10, 2013 This book will be published with a new cover ... For all interested, just take a look ... All the best, Deino Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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