Famous Russian Aircraft - Mikoyan MiG - 31 - Yefim Gordon - DEFINITIVE - RARE OOP
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| Reference Number: Avaluer:8225812 | Topic: 20th Century |
| Language: English | Format: Hardback |
| Subject 2: Military History | ISBN: Does not apply |
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Famous Russian Aircraft - Mikoyan MiG-31 - Yefim Gordon - Midland Publishing
RARE & OOP!
Yefim Gordon delivers another outstanding volume on Russian aircraft, this time the MiG-31. This book must surely be considered the ultimate reference on this aircraft type! Masterfully researched & written, and complimented by hundreds of superb photos and diagrams. The book is now hard to find and can command huge prices from bookseller websites.
Here's the official product info:
The MiG-31 Foxhound long-range interceptor flew in prototype form as the Ye-155MP in 1975 and entered production in 1979, with the first regiments becoming operational in 1982. It has also been sold to China, and it remains in service in significant numbers. Yefim Gordon, the doyen of Russian aviation writers, continues to amass an outstanding archive of previously unpublished materials. Though the MiG-31 was covered to some extent in the now out-of- print and sought-after Aerofax on the MiG-25 and -31, this new book will be close to a definitive work on this important aircraft and include an enormous amount of newly released and acquired information and a splendid array of unpublished photographs (including detailed Walk Around shots) and drawings. The narrative of course includes detailed discussion of the background to the project, its development, versions, service, weaponry, and comparisons with its contemporaries such as the F-14 Tomcat. The aircraft is a favourite with enthusiasts and modellers, and the extensive coverage, both technical and operational, backed up by high-quality images and drawings, will have wide appeal.
There were numerous reviews to choose from, all of them unsurprisingly were full of praise for this magnificent work.
Here's a (2007) review from an Amazon.co.uk customer who gave the book 5/5 the words are not my own and are for descriptive purposes only:
Yefim Gordon has done it again. He has cranked out yet another great book on Russian/fSoviet aircraft and weapons systems. In this book Yefim covers the MiG-31 Foxhound. There are in depth statistics, including Radar modes and performance, Weapon system modes and performance, Weapons, and the general aircraft performance. About the only think I see wrong in the book is that it was apparently written LONG before 2005 publish date. I would guess the book was actually written in 1999-2000 due to the references to new production ideas from 2000 as the latest reference in the book. I am glad I added this book to my extensive Military Aircraft library. I will continue to pick up other books from this series by Yefim.
I am amending all my FRA reviews with the below datasheet:I weight the last three far heavier than the first three for my overall score
Translation errors (lower score for more errors) 4.75 (only one error found)On topic Data (Better is higher) 4.5Pertinent comparisons to similar aircraft 5.0Data errors from table to text (Lower for more errors) 4.5Aircraft Sub-Variant data breakdown 4.5Specific data on Weapons carried 4.5
225 page hardcover book, published 2005
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***PLEASE READ VERY CAREFULLY***
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Famous Russian Aircraft - Mikoyan MiG-31 - Yefim Gordon - Midland Publishing
RARE & OOP!
Yefim Gordon delivers another outstanding volume on Russian aircraft, this time the MiG-31. This book must surely be considered the ultimate reference on this aircraft type! Masterfully researched & written, and complimented by hundreds of superb photos and diagrams. The book is now hard to find and can command huge prices from bookseller websites.
Here's the official product info:
The MiG-31 Foxhound long-range interceptor flew in prototype form as the Ye-155MP in 1975 and entered production in 1979, with the first regiments becoming operational in 1982. It has also been sold to China, and it remains in service in significant numbers. Yefim Gordon, the doyen of Russian aviation writers, continues to amass an outstanding archive of previously unpublished materials. Though the MiG-31 was covered to some extent in the now out-of- print and sought-after Aerofax on the MiG-25 and -31, this new book will be close to a definitive work on this important aircraft and include an enormous amount of newly released and acquired information and a splendid array of unpublished photographs (including detailed Walk Around shots) and drawings. The narrative of course includes detailed discussion of the background to the project, its development, versions, service, weaponry, and comparisons with its contemporaries such as the F-14 Tomcat. The aircraft is a favourite with enthusiasts and modellers, and the extensive coverage, both technical and operational, backed up by high-quality images and drawings, will have wide appeal.
There were numerous reviews to choose from, all of them unsurprisingly were full of praise for this magnificent work.
Here's a (2007) review from an Amazon.co.uk customer who gave the book 5/5 the words are not my own and are for descriptive purposes only:
Yefim Gordon has done it again. He has cranked out yet another great book on Russian/fSoviet aircraft and weapons systems. In this book Yefim covers the MiG-31 Foxhound. There are in depth statistics, including Radar modes and performance, Weapon system modes and performance, Weapons, and the general aircraft performance. About the only think I see wrong in the book is that it was apparently written LONG before 2005 publish date. I would guess the book was actually written in 1999-2000 due to the references to new production ideas from 2000 as the latest reference in the book. I am glad I added this book to my extensive Military Aircraft library. I will continue to pick up other books from this series by Yefim.
I am amending all my FRA reviews with the below datasheet:I weight the last three far heavier than the first three for my overall score
Translation errors (lower score for more errors) 4.75 (only one error found)On topic Data (Better is higher) 4.5Pertinent comparisons to similar aircraft 5.0Data errors from table to text (Lower for more errors) 4.5Aircraft Sub-Variant data breakdown 4.5Specific data on Weapons carried 4.5
225 page hardcover book, published 2005
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***PLEASE READ VERY CAREFULLY***
Postage & Payment UK bidders:
I would prefer of you make payment within 3 days of either the auction ending, or my sending an invoice. However, if you have a problem paying, if there is a delay, then PLEASE contact me via eBay.
ALL items are to be sent by recorded delivery HENCE THE POSTAGE COST. This is for your protection and mine.It is more economical to purchase multiple items as they can be posted for one price, but please note that THERE IS NO FIXED SHIPPING PRICE FOR MULTIPLE ITEMS OVER 2 KILOS IN WEIGHT. These orders will be sent by courier, WITH INSURANCE AND TRACKING. The postage amount will therefore vary according to the WEIGHT AND FINAL VALUE of the item(s). Any order up to 2 kilos in weight WILL be sent for a fixed price by Royal Mail, and these items will be automatically insured and tracked. I will invoice you with the appropriate postage amount after you have finished shopping.If you buy multiple items I WILL COMBINE POSTAGE, but please wait for me to invoice you with an adjusted postage amount. If you insist on paying for multiple items before I can invoice you, then I will mail your items in a way that I see fit, and refund any overpayment. If you win or buy only one item, then I do not mind if you send immediate payment. I use heavy duty card mailing envelopes, mailing boxes and clear ziplock bags to ensure your item arrives in good condition. Unfortunately these are not free. I factor their cost into my postage rates.I will try my best to send paid for items within 2-3 days of receipt of payment, but please allow up to 5 days. I am just one guy, selling hundreds of items at once!**PLEASE NOTE** - I usually spread my AUCTIONS over 2 or 3 days, and usually wait until ALL auctions have ended before sending items. BUY IT NOW ITEMS will be sent as soon as possible.Transactions MUST take place through eBay only!
Postage & Payment Overseas bidders:
ALL items are to be sent by recorded delivery HENCE THE POSTAGE COST. This is for your protection and mine.It is more economical to purchase multiple items as they can be posted for one price, but please note that THERE IS NO FIXED SHIPPING PRICE FOR MULTIPLE ITEMS OVER 2 KILOS IN WEIGHT. These orders will be sent by courier, WITH INSURANCE AND TRACKING. The postage amount will therefore vary according to the WEIGHT AND FINAL VALUE of the item(s). Any orders up to 2 kilos in weight WILL be sent for a fixed price by Royal Mail, and these items will be automatically insured and tracked. I will invoice you with the appropriate postage amount after you have finished shopping.**PLEASE NOTE** - I usually spread my AUCTIONS over 2 or 3 days, and usually wait until ALL auctions have ended before sending items, but BUY IT NOW ITEMS will be sent as soon as possible.If you buy multiple items I WILL COMBINE POSTAGE, but please wait for me to invoice you with an adjusted postage amount. If you win or buy only one item, then I do not mind if you send immediate payment. If you insist on paying for multiple items before I can invoice you, then I will mail your items in a way that I see fit, and refund any overpayment.I will post to most countries in the World, with some exceptions. I will try my best to send paid for items within 2-3 days of receipt of payment, but please allow up to 5 days. I am just one guy, selling hundreds of items at once!
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Returns:
If you are unhappy with an item, or believe it was incorrectly described then please contact me first through eBay rather than opening dispute claims.
I try my best to describe items accurately, and resolve any issues in a timely manner. Please refer to my 100% positive feedback record over the last 17years.
Lost / Damaged items / Returns:
In the unlikely event that your item is lost or damaged, please contact me through eBay's messaging service in the first instance. If you need to return an item for any reason, please let me know. Please note that 'buyer's remorse' is NOT a valid reason for a return
Possible Customs Charges / Import Duties:
Books and printed papers are not liable for VAT in the UK, HOWEVER I will not be held responsible for any customs charges you might incur - it is up to you to determine whether there are any charges to be paid for importing goods from the UK.
