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List of active united states military aircraft wikipedia. For these aircraft, see list of military aircraft of the united states 19091919. Modern american combat aircraft combat aircraft library rh value publishing on. See all books authored by bill gunston, including illustrated directory of. Grumman f14 tomcat in combat great american combat aircraft. For aircraft no longer inservice see the list of military aircraft of the united states. The worlds favourite military aviation magazine, combat aircraft delivers indepth coverage of global aviation news, air force reports, and outstanding historical stories.
This book is an incredible reference for anyone who is interested in any american combat plane history. But most envisaged battles will take place within the scope of aircraft and air power is the key. May 17, 20 discover book depositorys huge selection of military aircraft books online. A us edition of this series was published by arco, and salamander subsequently republished the uk versions under the combat aircraft series heading circa 1992. The aircraft, tactics and weapons employed in aerial warfare today bill. Modern combat aircraft design 1987 edition open library. It also does not include aircraft designated under the pre1962 united states navy designation system. Military aircraft reference books, janes airplane identification. Pdf to download as pdf click here for availability and more. Please recommend good aviationair combat story books simhq. This book comes as one of a series of salamander books on the military includes others on ground forces, helicopters, naval assets, etc. Flag images indicative of country of origin and not necessarily the primary operator.
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Chapter twos introductory pages aptly describe chinese aviation nomenclature and unique designations but then seemingly gloss over chinas numerous aircraft manufacturing companies. Modern american combat aircraft david a anderton on. Lets assume its a modern nimitz class the most advanced that currently exists in service. Hunt for the u2 interceptions of lockheed u2 reconnaissance aircraft over the ussr, cuba and peoples republic of china, 19591968. This list does not include various amphibious warfare ships which can operate as carriers. Provides information, drawings and pictures of the worlds military aircraft. Like many concepts in the book world, series is a somewhat fluid and contested notion. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. The united states has maintained an edge over rivals in regards to procuring and maintaining effective aircraft fleets from fixedwing to rotarywing and operatorless drones in between. The modern combat aircraft series comprised a number of hardback books focusing on military aircraft operated by nato and the west.
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