Fighters

This volume details the development, history, and technical specs of the earliest Soviet jet fighters and includes more than 750 photos, 50+ color profiles, as well as specially-commissioned line drawings. Many of the illustrations are from previously classified sources and unseen by enthusiasts of Cold War aircraft.

A fascinating, highly illustrated insight into early post-war jet fighter development by an expert aviation historian and author, Early US Jet Fighters is set to become a standard reference.

During its 50-year career, the Lockheed F-104 Starfighter supersonic aircraft broke numerous aviation records, flew combat missions in Vietnam and South Asia, and served as a high-altitude trainer for the NASA astronauts. This new book chronicles the history of this remarkable Century Series fighter aircraft.

This detailed volume provides an in-depth study of the development and operations of one of the most popular military aircraft of the Cold War era, the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom. This book also covers the Phantom's service deployments with the USAF, USN, USMC, RAF and many other air forces around the globe.

The USAF's Republic F-84 Thunderjet fighter-bomber was used as a strike aircraft during the Korean War. Thunderjets were also the first US Cold War fighters to use in-flight refueling, and to be armed with nuclear weapons. This book details the amazing F-84 and its many variants.

This book provides close-up details of the Republic F-84F Thunderstreak jet fighter and it's service during the Cold War. Illustrated with over 250 photos, color profiles, and line drawings.

The Douglas F3D Skyknight was the US Navy's first all-weather, carrier-based jet fighter. This book chronicles the development and operational history of the F3D from the Korean War, to service in Vietnam. Packed with numerous wartime photos, this book features both USN and Marine aircraft.

The Douglas F3D Skyknight was the US Navy's first all-weather, carrier-based jet fighter. This book chronicles the development and operational history of the F3D from the Korean War, to service in Vietnam. Packed with numerous wartime photos, this book features both USN and Marine aircraft.

Updated and expanded, this new volume surveys the history of the Chance Vought F4U Corsair, one of the most effective and deadly WWII naval aircraft. Nicknamed "Whistling Death", the F4U was renown for its durability, firepower, and brute speed. It also became the favorite aircraft of USMC fighter-bomber pilots, and later served in the Korean War.

Flown by both the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, the rugged and deadly Grumman F6F Hellcat was a heavily-armed fighter capable of operating from aircraft carriers or land bases. This In Action series book traces the development and combat roles of the Hellcat with photographs and technical specs.

The Grumman F8F Bearcat was the pinnacle of US carrier-borne, piston-engine fighter design. Even though WWII ended before these amazing aircraft ever saw combat, F8F Bearcats later flew combat missions both in Korea and the Indochina War. This book details the F8F's history and service.

The Grumman F8F Bearcat was the pinnacle of US carrier-borne, piston-engine fighter design. Even though WWII ended before these amazing aircraft ever saw combat, F8F Bearcats later flew combat missions both in Korea and the Indochina War. This book details the F8F's history and service.

The Grumman F9F Cougar is the first swept-wing carrier-based fighter aircraft built for the US Navy. This book examines many F9F display aircraft located in museums across the US.

The Grumman F9F Cougar is the first swept-wing carrier-based fighter aircraft built for the US Navy. This book examines many F9F display aircraft located in museums across the US.

The Fairey Firefly was a British WWII naval fighter that served in the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm. These piston-engine fighters flew combat operations in the Pacific Theater, as well as in the Malayan and Korean conflicts. These aircraft also served with other Colonial and Allied forces.

The oldest serving squadron in the history of the USN. VF-14 can trace its history back to September 1919; it served in WWII, Vietnam, and the Persian Gulf.

This compendium has been written and documented by the principal Grumman and Blue Angel actors who participated in the development of those fine aircraft that came upon the scene at a very difficult, but interesting, era for both Grumman and the Navy.

The J79 powered Mach 2 Supertiger derivative of the F-11F was developed into a world class performer and was marketed as such. It impressed the foreign aviators so that it became their first choice.

The first half of this 192-page monograph covers the developmental history of the F2F and F3F. Individual aircraft histories are provided for each aircraft, listing assigned commands, mishaps and final disposition. Detailed period engineering photos show every aspect of the aircraft. This is followed by an operational history of each Navy and Marine Corps squadron that operated the F2F and F3F.

The book covers the F6Fs development, testing, and production written by Grumman's test pilot "Corky" Meyer. This is followed by technical details and a running combat narrative. The Marines, British, French, and European action is all covered as well as training command during and after WWII and sections on post war, reserve, drones, and Hellcat prey.

The XF7F-1 was the first twin engine with tricycle undercarriage. It was heavily armed with four 20 mm guns in the wing roots and four 50 cal in the nose with strong point under the wings and fuselage to carry bombs and the Navy torpedo.

When planning a replacement for their successful F6F Hellcat carrier fighter, Grumman chose to build as lightweight a design as possible around the most reliable large radial engine. The result was the F8F Bearcat, which was often called a "hot rod" by its pilots for its fantastic acceleration and climbing ability.

Volume three of the Panther story focuses on the use of the aircraft by the United States Navy.

Grumman F9F Panther/Cougar tells the story of the pivotal F9F Panther from its initial concept through early design and manufacturing, flight test, aircraft carrier trials, and combat operations in the Korean War.

Volume two of the Panther story focuses on the usage of the aircraft by the United States Marines.

Covers, design, testing, and structures, along with the Blue Angels.

The revolutionary Harrier 'jump jet' was considered one of the most advanced and versatile aircraft designs of the Cold War era. This book presents comprehensive and detailed information about the Harrier, and includes more than 400 superb photographs, 45 color artworks, technical drawings, and extensive pilot's notes. A must-have book for aviation enthusiasts and modelers.

The Hawker Hunter jet fighter was designed in 1948 as an RAF replacement for the Gloster Meteor. The Hunter served with the RAF during the Cold War, and with nearly 20 other foreign air forces. This title covers every RAF Squadron to fly the Hawker Hunter.

A series of books that provide, for the first time, the detailed information every pilot needs to know about the aircraft they are flying. Each book in the series covers all aspects of a popular aircraft type and is illustrated throughout with photographs and diagrams.

The Hawker Sea Fury is a bit of a mystery to most aircraft enthusiasts. If they're familiar with Hawker and Sydney Camm's designs, this plane - the Royal Navy's last prop-driven fighter - is known to them, though not with much detail. Reno racing fanatics also know the Fury and the Sea Fury, but to air racing fans the Hawker design is just an airframe on which to hang the most powerful piston engine and biggest propeller possible.