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American Flying Boats and Amphibious Aircraft: An Illustrated History by E.R. Johnson, McFarland, Jefferson, N.C., 2010, $49.95. E.R. Johnson’s latest book reflects a modern and vastly improved version of the technique James Fahey pioneered in U.S. Army Aircraft 1908-1946. “Buddy” Johnson takes the same comprehensive approach as Fahey, but is able to devote more print …
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