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  • Language: English

    Published by Osprey Publishing, 2014

    1782003479 / 9781782003472

    Series: Book 72 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).

  • Language: English

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    Condition: good. Good: The book has been read but is in good condition. It has very minimal damage to the cover, including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. The binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. There are no missing pages. See the seller's listing for full details and a description of any imperfections. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Osprey Publishing, 2011

    1849084467 / 9781849084468

    Series: Book 22 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).

  • Language: English

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    Series: Book 22 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    paperback. Condition: Like New. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, 2014

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    Series: Book 78 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. This richly-illustrated title covers the technical characteristics of the F-104 Starfighter, one of the most widely-used and popular aircraft in history.Although built in small numbers for the USAF, the F-104C fought and survived for almost three years in Vietnam. There, it was engaged in some of the war's most famous battles including the legendary operation Bolo, where seven North Vietnamese MiGs were destroyed without the loss of a single US fighter. This small, tough and very fast fighter, dubbed 'The Missile with a Man in It', was called upon to do things it was not specifically designed for, and did them admirably.Aside from its protracted use in Vietnam with the USAF, the F-104 also saw limited action with the Pakistani air force during the Indo-Pakistan wars in the 1960s and early 1970s, and with the Taiwanese air force in clashes with communist Chinese MiG-19s.Featuring illustrations and photographs detailing the variety of nose-paint schemes and weapons configurations, this comprehensive appraisal of the F-104 Starfighter is ideal for modelling and aviation enthusiasts alike. Ugolini, Rolando; Hector, Gareth (illustrator). …

  • Language: English

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No markings. Ugolini, Rolando; Hector, Gareth (illustrator).

  • Language: English

    Published by Osprey Publishing (UK), 2011

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    Series: Book 22 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).

  • Language: English

    Published by MacMillan Publishers, 2014

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    Series: Book 72 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, GB, 2014

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    Series: Book 72 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Paperback. Condition: New. F-111s based in England flew the longest fighter combat mission in history against the Libyan capital Tripoli in 1986, and in 1991 the aircraft was one of the most important Coalition warplanes in the successful Desert Storm campaign.The General Dynamics F-111 was one of the most technically innovative designs among military aircraft, introducing the variable-sweep wing, terrain-following radar, military-rated afterburning turbofan engines and a self-contained escape module among other features. Designed as a cost-saving, multi-role interceptor, naval fighter and strike bomber, its evolution prioritised the latter role and it became the USAF's most effective long-range strike aircraft during three decades of service.Rushed into combat in Vietnam before some of its structural issues were fully understood, the type suffered several early losses and gained an unfairly negative reputation that dogged it for the rest of its career, and restricted funding for more advanced versions of the design, Peter E Davis argues. However, in Operation Linebacker in 1972 the F-111 flew 4000 nocturnal under-the-radar missions, delivering, with unprecedented accuracy, many decisive blows that would have resulted in heavy losses for any other attack aircraft.Featuring illustrations throughout, this volume is ideal for fans of later twentieth-century combat aviation. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by MacMillan Publishers, 2014

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  • Language: English

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    Paperback. Condition: New. This richly-illustrated title covers the technical characteristics of the F-104 Starfighter, one of the most widely-used and popular aircraft in history.Although built in small numbers for the USAF, the F-104C fought and survived for almost three years in Vietnam. There, it was engaged in some of the war's most famous battles including the legendary operation Bolo, where seven North Vietnamese MiGs were destroyed without the loss of a single US fighter. This small, tough and very fast fighter, dubbed 'The Missile with a Man in It', was called upon to do things it was not specifically designed for, and did them admirably.Aside from its protracted use in Vietnam with the USAF, the F-104 also saw limited action with the Pakistani air force during the Indo-Pakistan wars in the 1960s and early 1970s, and with the Taiwanese air force in clashes with communist Chinese MiG-19s.Featuring illustrations and photographs detailing the variety of nose-paint schemes and weapons configurations, this comprehensive appraisal of the F-104 Starfighter is ideal for modelling and aviation enthusiasts alike. Ugolini, Rolando; Hector, Gareth (illustrator). …

  • Language: English

    Published by MacMillan Publishers, 2011

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    Series: Book 22 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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  • Language: English

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    Series: Book 22 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Paperback. Condition: New. Featuring first-hand accounts from the men flying it, and the men on the ground relying on it for protection, an illustrated history of the unique role played by this aircraft in the war in Vietnam, right up to its possible role in a tactical nuclear strike and as a mobile nuclear deterrent.The F-100 Super Sabre may have been superseded by the superior technology of the F-105 Thunderchief and the F-4 Phantom, but by the Vietnam War it remained in service. The Super Sabre was deployed as an air defence fighter, and was later given nuclear capability. The F-100's toughness, adaptability and reliability made it ideal for the incessant missions that were demanded by close support and counter-insurgency missions. 242 Super Sabres and 87 aircrew were lost during the war but their role, particularly in developing the tactics used for discovering and destroying SAM sites, was invaluable.This book describes some of the most important actions that the F-100 took part in, looks at the pilots who flew it and analyses the impact of the aircraft on the war. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

    Published by Osprey Publishing, Oxford, UK, 2012

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    Series: Book 22 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good+. First Edition; Third Printing. Combat Aircraft, 89; 184.15 X 0.25 X 9.75 inches; 96 pages; color and B&W photographs and illustrations. Very Good condition. No noteworthy defects. No markings. ; - Your satisfaction is our priority. We offer free returns and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your item will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

  • Language: English

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    Series: Book 72 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).

  • Language: English

    Published by Osprey Publishing 2014-02-20, 2014

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    Series: Book 72 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Paperback. Condition: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 24-48 hours from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).

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    Paperback. Condition: New. F-111s based in England flew the longest fighter combat mission in history against the Libyan capital Tripoli in 1986, and in 1991 the aircraft was one of the most important Coalition warplanes in the successful Desert Storm campaign.The General Dynamics F-111 was one of the most technically innovative designs among military aircraft, introducing the variable-sweep wing, terrain-following radar, military-rated afterburning turbofan engines and a self-contained escape module among other features. Designed as a cost-saving, multi-role interceptor, naval fighter and strike bomber, its evolution prioritised the latter role and it became the USAF's most effective long-range strike aircraft during three decades of service.Rushed into combat in Vietnam before some of its structural issues were fully understood, the type suffered several early losses and gained an unfairly negative reputation that dogged it for the rest of its career, and restricted funding for more advanced versions of the design, Peter E Davis argues. However, in Operation Linebacker in 1972 the F-111 flew 4000 nocturnal under-the-radar missions, delivering, with unprecedented accuracy, many decisive blows that would have resulted in heavy losses for any other attack aircraft.Featuring illustrations throughout, this volume is ideal for fans of later twentieth-century combat aviation. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

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    Paperback. Condition: New. This richly-illustrated title covers the technical characteristics of the F-104 Starfighter, one of the most widely-used and popular aircraft in history.Although built in small numbers for the USAF, the F-104C fought and survived for almost three years in Vietnam. There, it was engaged in some of the war's most famous battles including the legendary operation Bolo, where seven North Vietnamese MiGs were destroyed without the loss of a single US fighter. This small, tough and very fast fighter, dubbed 'The Missile with a Man in It', was called upon to do things it was not specifically designed for, and did them admirably.Aside from its protracted use in Vietnam with the USAF, the F-104 also saw limited action with the Pakistani air force during the Indo-Pakistan wars in the 1960s and early 1970s, and with the Taiwanese air force in clashes with communist Chinese MiG-19s.Featuring illustrations and photographs detailing the variety of nose-paint schemes and weapons configurations, this comprehensive appraisal of the F-104 Starfighter is ideal for modelling and aviation enthusiasts alike. Ugolini, Rolando; Hector, Gareth (illustrator). …

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    Series: Book 22 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Series: Book 72 of 126 - Combat Aircraft

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    Condition: New. The General Dynamics F-111 was one of the most technically innovative designs among military aircraft, introducing the variable-sweep wing, terrain-following radar, military-rated afterburning turbofan engines and a self-contained escape module among other features. This title deals with this aircraft. Illustrator(s): Ugolini, Rolando. Series: Combat Aircraft. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBW; JWMV3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 189 x 8. Weight in Grams: 306. . 2014. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . . Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

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    Condition: New. Although built in small numbers for the USAF, the F-104C fought and survived for almost three years in Vietnam. This book covers the technical characteristics of the F-104 Starfighter, one of the most widely-used and popular aircraft in history. It also features photographs detailing the variety of nose-paint schemes and weapons configurations. Illustrator(s): Ugolini, Rolando; Hector, Gareth. Series: Combat Aircraft. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FMV; 1KBB; 3JJP; HBJF; HBLW3; HBWS2; JWMV3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 250 x 5. Weight in Grams: 314. . 2014. Paperback. . . . . Ugolini, Rolando; Hector, Gareth (illustrator).…

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    Condition: New. The General Dynamics F-111 was one of the most technically innovative designs among military aircraft, introducing the variable-sweep wing, terrain-following radar, military-rated afterburning turbofan engines and a self-contained escape module among other features. This title deals with this aircraft. Illustrator(s): Ugolini, Rolando. Series: Combat Aircraft. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBW; JWMV3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 189 x 8. Weight in Grams: 306. . 2014. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

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    Condition: New. Although built in small numbers for the USAF, the F-104C fought and survived for almost three years in Vietnam. This book covers the technical characteristics of the F-104 Starfighter, one of the most widely-used and popular aircraft in history. It also features photographs detailing the variety of nose-paint schemes and weapons configurations. Illustrator(s): Ugolini, Rolando; Hector, Gareth. Series: Combat Aircraft. Num Pages: 96 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FMV; 1KBB; 3JJP; HBJF; HBLW3; HBWS2; JWMV3. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 185 x 250 x 5. Weight in Grams: 314. . 2014. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Ugolini, Rolando; Hector, Gareth (illustrator).…

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    Published by Osprey Publishing, New York & UK., 2014

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    Soft cover. Condition: Near Fine. Book is illustrated card stock in near fine condition. This book is signed by 1st Lt. Bill Wilson. The only "Roadrunners" crew to become confirmed PoW'swere Capt Bob Sponeybarger and Bill Wilsonon the night 22 December. Their F-111A *67-68 Jackal 33 hit dock facilities in central Hanoi. Book is inscribed and signed on the title page, else book is clean & bright. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

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    Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - The General Dynamics F-111 was one of the most technically innovative designs among military aircraft, introducing the variable-sweep wing, terrain-following radar, military-rated afterburning turbofan engines and a self-contained escape module among other features. Designed as a cost-saving, multi-role interceptor, naval fighter and strike bomber, its evolution prioritised the latter role and it became the USAF's most effective long-range strike aircraft during three decades of service. Rushed into combat in Vietnam before some of its structural issues were fully understood, the type suffered several early losses and gained an unfairly negative reputation that dogged it for the rest of its career, and restricted funding for more advanced versions of the design. However, in Operation Linebacker in 1972 the F-111 flew 4000 nocturnal under-the-radar missions, delivering, with unprecedented accuracy, many decisive blows that would have resulted in heavy losses for any other attack aircraft. Post-war, F-111E/F variants were concentrated in two USAFE wings in the UK, and one of these was chosen in April 1986 to deliver a punitive strike on Libya in response to a series of terrorist attacks on US targets in Beirut and Europe. The 48th Tactical Fighter Wing (TFW) flew a 14-hour mission direct from its Lakenheath base, hitting several military targets around Tripoli. Five years later both UK-based wings, including their sophisticated EF-111A defence suppression aircraft, led the attack on the first night of Operation Desert Storm, decimating Iraq's huge military capability. For the rest of the campaign the F-111s were crucial in destroying bridges, airfields and deep-seated command bunkers with pinpoint accuracy using laser-guided munitions. Ugolini, Rolando (illustrator).…

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    Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This richly-illustrated title covers the technical characteristics of the F-104 Starfighter, one of the most widely-used and popular aircraft in history.Although built in small numbers for the USAF, the F-104C fought and survived for almost three years in Vietnam. There, it was engaged in some of the war's most famous battles including the legendary operation Bolo, where seven North Vietnamese MiGs were destroyed without the loss of a single US fighter. This small, tough and very fast fighter, dubbed 'The Missile with a Man in It', was called upon to do things it was not specifically designed for, and did them admirably.Aside from its protracted use in Vietnam with the USAF, the F-104 also saw limited action with the Pakistani air force during the Indo-Pakistan wars in the 1960s and early 1970s, and with the Taiwanese air force in clashes with communist Chinese MiG-19s.Featuring illustrations and photographs detailing the variety of nose-paint schemes and weapons configurations, this comprehensive appraisal of the F-104 Starfighter is ideal for modelling and aviation enthusiasts alike. Ugolini, Rolando; Hector, Gareth (illustrator).…