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Explore the iconic F-14 Tomcat, the U.S. Navy's premier fighter jet, from its inception to its operational triumphs.

Delve into the design philosophy and development of the Grumman F-14 Tomcat, born from the need to counter increasingly sophisticated Soviet airborne missile systems. Discover its evolution from early concepts to its service debut in 1974 with VF-1 and VF-2 squadrons aboard the USS Enterprise. This book examines the F-14's role in key conflicts, including encounters with Libyan MiG fighters, the Gulf War, and operations in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Uncover the technical specifications, model variations, and operational history of this sophisticated and deadly aircraft. Learn about its unique capabilities, such as the variable sweep wing and advanced weapon systems. With over 100 photos, gain insight into the F-14's impact on military aviation. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and military history buffs.

Explore the iconic F-14 Tomcat, the U.S. Navy's premier fighter jet, from its inception to its operational triumphs.

Delve into the design philosophy and development of the Grumman F-14 Tomcat, born from the need to counter increasingly sophisticated Soviet airborne missile systems. Discover its evolution from early concepts to its service debut in 1974 with VF-1 and VF-2 squadrons aboard the USS Enterprise. This book examines the F-14's role in key conflicts, including encounters with Libyan MiG fighters, the Gulf War, and operations in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Uncover the technical specifications, model variations, and operational history of this sophisticated and deadly aircraft. Learn about its unique capabilities, such as the variable sweep wing and advanced weapon systems. With over 100 photos, gain insight into the F-14's impact on military aviation. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and military history buffs.

Über den Autor
Terry C. Treadwell lives in Bournemouth and has written many books on aviation, including several by Amberley. His Strike from Beneath the Sea is the definitive volume on the use of submarines as 'aircraft carriers'.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2019
Fachbereich: Öffentliche Verwaltung
Genre: Importe, Soziologie
Rubrik: Wissenschaften
Medium: Taschenbuch
Inhalt: Kartoniert / Broschiert
ISBN-13: 9781445686394
ISBN-10: 1445686392
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Treadwell, Terry C.
Hersteller: Amberley Publishing
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 230 x 161 x 8 mm
Von/Mit: Terry C. Treadwell
Erscheinungsdatum: 15.05.2019
Gewicht: 0,27 kg
Artikel-ID: 115354402

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