Treadwell, Terry C.
The F-14 Tomcat
- ISBN 13:
- 9781445686394
- author:
- Treadwell, Terry C.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Amberley Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 96
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 16.5 centimetres
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Transport, Aviation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The F-14 Tomcat: A Story of Innovation and Operational Success In the late 1950s, the threat posed by the Soviet Union's airborne missile system prompted the development of the Grumman F-14 Tomcat. Entering service in 1974, this aircraft was one of the most sophisticated and deadly of its day, with a reputation for reliability and effectiveness. The F-14 played a significant role in several major conflicts, including the Gulf War, the war in Afghanistan, and the 2003 Iraq war. It also saw action over the Mediterranean against Libyan MiG fighters. This book provides an in-depth look at the development, operational history, and final stages of the F-14's career, with over 100 photographs to illustrate its story. With a detailed examination of the aircraft's design, capabilities, and service history, this book offers a unique insight into one of the most iconic aircraft of its time.
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