Plane: Explore the Most Awesome Flying Machines Ever Built

Take to the skies with this oversized, panoramic guide to the world's most awesome aircraft, making it the perfect gift for aviation-loving kids.

Roaring down the runway or soaring high in the clouds, gravity-defying machines have always captured our imagination. This extra-wide, giant-format photo book brings the magic of flight to life, offering readers a close-up look at everything from commercial airplanes to fast and stealthy military jets.

Inside, readers will gain behind-the-scenes access to the cockpit and learn the fundamentals of flight. It's an engaging introduction to STEM and engineering, explaining exactly how things work--from the raw power of a jet engine to the explosive mechanics of ejection seats.

Perfect for future pilots and engineers, this oversized book features:

• A giant panoramic format with extra-long pages that perfectly capture the wide wingspans of modern flyers.
• Fascinating mechanical details explaining how jet engines operate and the science behind modern transportation.
• Behind-the-scenes access revealing the secrets of air traffic control and what it takes to be a pilot.
• A broad range of flying machines, including transport titans, stealth bombers, and futuristic delivery drones.

A brilliant gift for kids aged 9 to 12 who want to understand the science of flight. Plane is an inspiring read that will leave young minds eager to take off.

Author: DK
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
Published: 10/06/2026
Series: DK Transport
Pages: 64
Weight: 2lbs
Size: 13.93h x 10.66w x 0.53d
ISBN: 9798217307319