Bartlomiej Belcarz authors the latest in the series of aircraft used in the Polish Air Force. This volume’s primary focus is the Breguet 19 (p3-53), but also provides 13 pages on the Farman F.68 Goliath and 6 pages on the Amiot 123. The Breguet section features 28 full page length color profiles along with 8 top and bottom color profiles where appropriate. The color profiles are accompanied by photos of the actual aircraft in the profiles. The Farman F.68 Goliath section features 6 full page length color profiles along with a top and bottom color profile and a scrap color detail of typical rudder markings. The Amiot 123 section on the only two aircraft procured, features 2 full page length color profiles along with a top and bottom color profile.

The Table of Contents focuses on three major chapters:

1. Breguet 19
   • Introduction
   • Purchases and deliveries to Poland
   • Service in Polish regiments and training establishments
   • Orlinski’s cruise
   • Camouflage and markings
2. Farman F.68 Goliath
   • Introduction
   • Camouflage and markings
3. Amiot 123
   • Introduction
   • Camouflage and markings

Polish Wings 18 provides an interesting view into a lesser known chapter in aviation history. The text and captions are well translated into English thanks to Wojtek Matusiak, alleviating the need to bone up on your Polish reading skills. Bartlomiej Belcarz is able to craft the storyline with interesting tidbits to prevent this from being simply a progression of facts. This tome is essential if you’re considering building the Omega Models 1/72 Breguet 19 resin kit (OM72352 with Polish and Greek decals). If you have any interest in Polish (or French) aircraft, this is a must-have book.

My thanks to Mushroom Model Publications and IPMS/USA for the chance to review this great book.

Highly recommended!