''The Dreadnought of the Air'' is a juvenile fiction novel by Percy F. Westerman, first published in 1914. The story follows Sub-Lieutenant Basil Dacres, a young naval officer who, after a prank leads to his resignation from H.M.S. ''Royal Oak,'' becomes embroiled in a mystery involving a peculiar airship. This novel blends naval adventure with early aviation themes, reflecting the military life and intrigue of the early 20th century.
