One of the world's most historically important aircraft is discussed in detail in this new reference covering all aspects of the type. Every operational Royal Aircraft Factory BE2a in the world is described and there is prodigious photographic reference, plans and related material, including where to find current and related exhibits.This book is a must for the serious enthusiast and researcher and is the work of Paul R. Hare, the world's leading authority on the Royal Aircraft Factory and its aircraft types, especially the BE2a.Supporting and contributing to the text and book design is Andrew WIllox who researched and constructed an early-variant BE2a on display in Australia.