A fascinating look at Scotland’s military aerodromes

The depth of Malcolm Fife’s knowledge on this niche subject of military aerodromes is staggering.

Granted, it is highly academic reading, but the legions of history buff s with a thirst for all things Air Force-related will love picking this up on a rainy afternoon.

Exploring everything from RAF Donibristle, which was once used as a trial base for torpedo development, to the military aerodromes of the late-30s like RAF Kinloss, this is a comprehensive account of Scotland’s aerodromes and seaplane bases that played key roles between the world wars.

Scottish Military Aerodromes of the 1920s and 1930s, by Malcolm Fife, published by Fonthill, £26.

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