F-15 Eagle a Strike Eagle
- 96 stránek
- 4 hodiny čtení
F-15 Eagle vyráběný firmou Boeing (dříve McDonnell Douglas) je americký stíhací letoun určený k vybojování a udržení vzdušné nadvlády.
Steve Davies Knihy
Steve Davies je autorem osmi uznávaných knih a spoluautorem dalších čtyř, které se zabývají vojenskou a komerční leteckou fotografií. Jeho rozsáhlá publicistická činnost zahrnuje nespočet článků pro přední světové letecké publikace. Davies se rovněž podílel na tvorbě mnoha leteckých supplementů a působil jako odborný konzultant pro vojenské letecké dokumenty pro britskou a severoamerickou televizi a History Channel. Jeho fotografie byly využity nejen v leteckém tisku, ale i předními obrannými a leteckými korporacemi.
Podrobné informace a spousta technických údajů o jednom z nejutajovanějších projektů amerického letectva, při němž se zkoušely ukořistěné ruské MiGy na přísně střežené základně Oblast 51 na jihu státu Nevada. Tyto zkoušky prováděné v USA v době studené války (a zčásti i po ní) zůstávaly dlouho zahaleny tajemstvím, proto nebylo dosud možné si o tom něco přečíst, ani najít na internetu. Jedinečná příležitost pro všechny zájemce o vojenská letadla.
Throughout its 34-year Cold War career with the USAF and CIA, the top secret Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird spy plane was the world's fastest and highest-flying operational manned aircraft. Dedicated to strategic reconnaissance, the Blackbird was so fast that no other aircraft could catch it. The co-authors are world authorities on the Blackbird and give rare insights into the secret world of the SR-71, its genesis, construction and anatomy (including its use of stealth technology), and its operation and maintenance in peace and war.
Officially called the Fighting Falcon by the USAF (a name loathed by pilots and ground crews), the F-16 is popularly referred to as the "Viper". First introduced into service with the USAF in 1978, the F-16 is a successful all-weather multi-role jet fighter of which more than 4,500 have been built and exported to 25 countries worldwide. It remains in service more than 30 years later. The Viper incorporates a number of innovative design features that include a frameless bubble canopy for better visibility, pilot's side-mounted control stick for ease of control when manoeuvring, a seat reclined 30 degrees to reduce the effect of g-forces on the pilot, and the first use of a relaxed static stability/fly-by-wire flight control system that makes the Viper a highly agile aircraft. At the 'business end' the F-16 has an internal M61 Vulcan cannon and eleven weapon-mounting stations.
Offering a unique insider's perspective, the book chronicles Steve Davies' 48-year journey in the railway industry, starting as a messenger boy and advancing to train driver. With a collection of 148 notebooks detailing his experiences, including train specifications and operational intricacies, he demystifies railway jargon for readers. This engaging narrative appeals to both industry professionals and enthusiasts, providing a captivating glimpse into the daily realities of driving trains and the workings of the railway system.
Boeing B-52 Stratofortress Manual
- 168 stránek
- 6 hodin čtení
The eight-engine Boeing B-52 Stratofortress jet was the USA's first long- range, swept-wing heavy bomber. It began life as an intercontinental, high- altitude Cold War nuclear bomber. In this title, the author recalls its history, gets up close to look under the skin of B-52, and talks to the flight crews and maintainers of this legendary aircraft.
An insight into operating, flying and maintaining the USAF's all-weather tactical jet fighter.