In this masterclass historical graphic novel, aviation experts transport every aviation pilot back to 1918.
The El Piloto Del Edelweiss Vol. 2: Sidonie volume details fierce dogfights between ace aviators in air transport.
Delivers a key resource on air navigation, biplane fighter tactics, and dramatic Western Front aerial combat in aeronautics.
The acclaimed historical aviation graphic novel El Piloto Del Edelweiss Vol. 2: Sidonie (formally titled El Piloto del Edelweiss vol. 2: Sidonie) is a masterfully crafted book written by acclaimed writer Yann and illustrated by master aviation artist Romain Hugault. Originally translated from French by Alfred Sala Carbonell for Norma Editorial, this Volume 2 of 3 immerses readers in the harrowing aerial combat over the Western Front during 1918. Set against the backdrop of World War I, German bomber squadrons devastate Allied lines while the mysterious Edelweiss Pilot challenges French fighter ace Henri Castillac to a deadly duel. It provides an essential historical and artistic reference for every commercial pilot, flight student, ground instructor, first officer, and prospective captain candidate.
The textbook stands out for its unmatched artistic detail and historical accuracy, depicting authentic cockpit environments, rotary engines, and biplane flight mechanics. Throughout its pages, the story weaves family secrets and romantic tensions alongside tactical dogfighting maneuvers, highlighting the courage required during early military air navigation across tactical air transport defense missions. To explore additional aviation graphic novels, military history books, and illustrated flight collections, browse our specialized catalog in the aviation graphic novels and historical books for the aviation pilot section.
Published on April 1, 2014, this hardcover album features 48 full-color pages measuring 24 x 32 cm with an overall weight of approximately 500 grams. Its large-format presentation showcases intricate line art and historical color profiles of legendary fighter aircraft. It serves as an essential academic investment for flight academies, ground school libraries, first officers, aeronautical engineers, and active professionals across the global aviation industry and modern aeronautics.
Features of El Piloto Del Edelweiss 2: Sidonie
- 📖 Full Title: El Piloto del Edelweiss vol. 2: Sidonie
- ✍️ Writer & Illustrator: Yann | Romain Hugault (Translated by Alfred Sala Carbonell)
- 🏛️ Publisher: Norma Editorial (Volume 2 of 3 Series)
- 📅 Release Date: April 1, 2014
- 📄 Page Count & Weight: 48 full-color pages | Approx. 500 grams
- 📐 Dimensions & Binding: 24 x 32 cm | Hardcover (Cartoné)
- 🎨 Visual Excellence: Ultra-detailed aviation artwork, historical biplane color profiles, and dynamic aerial dogfight panels
- 🛩️ Historical Era: World War I (1918) fighter pilot duels over Western Front battlefields
- 🌍 Language: Spanish text edition
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What historical era does the El Piloto Del Edelweiss series depict?
It accurately depicts the aerial combat, biplanes, and fighter pilot duels of 1918 during World War I for every pilot.
Is this aviation graphic novel suitable for collectors and flight enthusiasts?
Yes, its hardcover large-format edition and authentic technical illustrations make it an ideal collector's item in aviation.