Mike Spick Libros

Indhold: The Technology of Air Combat ; The Aircraft and their Weapons ; Air Combat Tactics.

This massive volume presents the most accurate, up-to-date, and highly illustrated descriptions of todays warplanes. The majority of the aircraft featured have been battle-tested in the skies over Iraq and the Balkans. The remainder are either currently being flight-tested or are ready for production.

This illustrated analysis of one of the premier combat weapons on the modern battlefield looks at the designs, weapons and tactics of 40 of today''s military helicopters, including the Kamov Ka-50 and Ka-52 and the Boeing Sikorsky RAH-66 Comanche'

During the six years of World War II the science of aviation advanced more rapidly than in any other similar period in history. From that forcing-house of development, five types of aircraft emerged as the truly outstanding combat planes of the era. The stories of their evolution and subsequent combat careers are the subjects of this volume.

Informative text and color pictures of the world's strongest and most sophisticated air power.

Describes the characteristics and history of fighter planes now used by the U.S., Russia, Europe and Israel, and discusses weapons systems and combat tactics

This exciting on-going series covers every aspect of the Luftwaffe in World War II and charts the rise and fall of this mighty force. Each volume makes use of over a hundred rare and valuable photographs, many of them taken by Luftwaffe personnel, to bring history to life and record both the men and the aircraft they flew. Luftwaffe Bomber Aces is an amazing analysis of German bomber and dive-bomber tactics with numerous first-hand accounts by Luftwaffe personnel

Experience the thrilling world of aviation through the eyes of legendary German flying aces. This book immerses readers in the cockpit, showcasing the daring exploits, strategies, and personal stories of these skilled pilots. It highlights their contributions to aerial combat and the challenges they faced during their missions, providing a unique perspective on the history of aviation and warfare.

Documenting the history of flight in an informative text with many color photographs, more than forty events are highlighted--from the Wright brothers to the Stealth fighter--including many "firsts" marking significant progress in the first ninety years of aeronautical history.