Viera, JP
Marine Corps Jet Fighters
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911639756
- author:
- Viera, JP
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Mortons Media Group
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 132
- Dimensions:
- 29.5 x 21 x 0.5 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Aviation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The history of jet fighters in the US Marine Corps is one of rapid evolution and innovation. From the early McDonnell FH-1 Phantom to the latest Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II, the Marines have relied on fast, well-equipped, and powerful aircraft to support their troops on the ground. Over the years, various aircraft have been introduced, each with its own unique capabilities and roles. The Grumman F9F Panther, for example, became a ubiquitous attack aircraft during the Korean War, while the Vought F-8 Crusader was the USMC's first true multirole fighter. More recently, the AV-8A Harrier enabled Marine Aviation to operate a tactical jet fighter without runways or carriers, and the F-35C is now entering service to replace the McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet. Marine Corps Jet Fighters offers a fully illustrated history of these incredible aircraft, with over 150 highly detailed artworks by renowned aviation illustrator JP Vieira.
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