747
Creating the World's First Jumbo Jet and Other Adventures from a Life in Aviation
Joe Sutter
This fascinating read delves into the history and engineering of the iconic Boeing 747, known as "the Queen of the Skies." Written by one of the most celebrated engineers of the 20th century, Joe Sutter, the book provides unique insight into the cutting-edge American technology and glamorous era of jet travel when the 747 was first created. With humor and personality, Sutter shares insider knowledge and juicy anecdotes about the aeronautical industry and the larger-than-life personalities involved.
Publish Date
2006-05-23T00:00:00.000Z
2006-05-23T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.21
ISBN
8601420084117
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2019-04-08T14:32:34.000Z
@film_girl not directly about the industry but Sutter's book about the 747 is a fascinating look at the Pan Am era, Boeing, and the design of airplanes – source