V-22 Osprey (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781617836909)

This title explores the development and use of the V-22 Osprey. Readers will follow the history of this tiltrotor vertical/short takeoff and landing aircraft, and learn about its military and performance specifications. Features such as its blade fold and wing stowage system, three-bladed proprotor, payload, night-vision system, and integrated helmet display are detailed. Readers will learn about its weapon systems including machine guns, weapon turret, and miniguns. The Osprey's two Rolls-Royce AE1107C turboshaft engines are covered, as are the achievements and future of this important aircraft. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Author: John Hamilton
ISBN-10: 1617836907
ISBN-13: 9781617836909
Publisher: A&d Xtreme
Language: English
Published: 01/01/2013
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 9.10h x 7.10w x 0.40d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 157401 / V-22 Osprey