Focke-Wulf Fw 190 “Long Nose”

Discover the fascinating history of the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 “Long Nose,” authored by Dietmar Harmann and published in 2003. This comprehensive book delves into the complete development of the Fw 190 variants powered by inline engines, providing readers with an in-depth look at these remarkable aircraft. Learn about the first Fw 190 that took to the skies in early 1942, equipped with a Daimler Benz liquid-cooled engine, and the subsequent introduction of the Jumo 213 variant just six months later. Harmann discusses the production delays faced by the Fw 190 C, Fw 190 D, and Ta 153, attributed to the German air ministry's decisions. By 1944, as Germany was losing its grip on the skies, the Fw 190 D-9 emerged as an interim fighter powered by the Jumo 21. With 208 pages of detailed insights, this book is a must-have for aviation enthusiasts and military history aficionados alike.