From humble beginnings in 1911 with float planes, by the 1930s, the US Navy possessed dirigibles and were introducing fighter planes. By the start of WW2, monoplane fighters were replacing biplanes

United States Naval Aviation 1911 - 2014 (Images of War)

From humble beginnings in 1911 with float planes, by the 1930s, the US Navy possessed dirigibles and were introducing fighter planes. By the start of WW2, monoplane fighters were replacing biplanes and a major aircraft carrier build was underway.

Fighters such as the Grumman FLF Hellcat and Vought F4U Corsair were joined by carrier attack aircraft such as the Dauntless, Devastator and Helldriver. As well as carrier-borne aircraft, others operated from shore bases using both wheels and floats.

Post WW2, jet aircraft took over from prop driven, and famous early examples were the Shooting Star and McDonnell Phantom, which saw action in Korea. By Vietnam the F4 Phantom II, Skyhawk and Intruder were in service. As well as these fighter attack aircraft were the Lockheed Viking, anti-sub and nuclear capable Douglas Skywarrior.

Post Vietnam the F14 Tomcat and Hornet came into service along with the Prowler (Electronic warfare) and Hawkeye (early warning).

These aircraft were complemented by a range of helicopters from the massive Super Stallion, through Sea Kings, Seasprites and Seahawks.

Today the Super Hornets predominates along with an impressive multi-capable range of aircraft and helicopters.

All these and more are described in expert detail and illustrated in this fine book. Future projects are also covered.
Country USA
Brand Pen & Sword Military
Manufacturer Pen and Sword Maritime
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 160pp 250 Colour & B & W images
ReleaseDate 2015-09-19
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9781473822252

Country	USA
Brand	Pen & Sword Military
Manufacturer	Pen and Sword Maritime
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	160pp 250 Colour & B & W images
ReleaseDate	2015-09-19
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9781473822252

United States Naval Aviation 1911 - 2014 (Images of War)

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