Voodoo Warriors: The Story of the McDonnell Voodoo Fast-jets by Nigel Walpole (E

Description: Voodoo Warriors: The Story of the McDonnell Voodoo Fast-jets by Nigel Walpole The fastest and most exciting aircraft of the 1950s and 60s. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description During the mid-1950s the United States Air Force was given its most powerful single-seat, two-engine fighter to date. The Voodoo would be deployed before the end of that decade in the tactical nuclear bomber and tactical reconnaissance roles world-wide, and in homeland defence with the two-seat, all-weather variant. In December 1957 it took the World Air Speed Record to Mach 1.6 - over one and a half times faster than the sound barrier. This book looks at the evolution of the original design and its introduction into service. Chapters cover operations in Korea, Vietnam, the Cuban Crisis and in Europe during the Cold War years. Many first-hand accounts from pilots are included and the authors own experiences with the aircraft are relayed with fascinating insight. The Voodoo was an elegant, mean-looking fighting machine that epitomised fast flying in the fifties and sixties. It continues to be a revered aeroplane. SELLING POINTS: . The fastest and most exciting aircraft of the 1950s and 60s. . A wide range of combat areas. . Colour profiles and photographs. . Relays the authors personal experiences of flying the type. Approx 300 b/w and colour photos, 4 back 1, colour profiles Author Biography Nigel Walpole was seconded to the USAF to help train their pilots in low-level tactical reconnaissance. He spent many hours flying Voodoos and has kept in touch with many of his old friends from those days. He has made two lengthy recent trips to the USA to research for this book. His previous P&S book Swift Justice was also based largely upon personal experience. Details ISBN1473837944 Year 2015 ISBN-10 1473837944 ISBN-13 9781473837942 Media Book Pages 320 Publisher Pen & Sword Books Ltd Imprint Pen & Sword Aviation Subtitle The Story of the McDonnell Voodoo Fast-Jets Place of Publication South Yorkshire Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations approx 300 b/w and colour photographs, 4 back 1, colour profiles** Short Title VOODOO WARRIORS Language English Format Paperback DEWEY 623.746044 AU Release Date 2015-10-01 NZ Release Date 2015-10-01 UK Release Date 2015-10-01 Author Nigel Walpole Publication Date 2015-10-01 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137511426;

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