Strike from the Sea: U.S. Navy Attack Aircraft from Skyraider to Super Hornet 1948-Present celebrates carrier-based air-to-ground attack aircraft; which first came into operation during the Korean War; reached maturity during Vietnam; and are now deployed throughout the world. Well-known author and naval aviation authority Tommy Thomason not only explores such legendary Navy aircraft as the A4D Skyhawk; A3J Vigilante; and A-6 Intruder; the critical role of the aircraft carrier as well as itself; for without these massive nuclear-powered floating airfields; U.S. Navy attack aircraft would have no sea-borne bases from which to operate. Armament from gravity bombs to today's GPS-guided "smart weapons" are covered in great detail; and this book also explains that while many different types of airplanes were required for flying attack missions in the past; only one aircraft - the advanced F/A-18E/F Super Hornet - is needed to carry out these same missions in an even more complex and hostile combat environment today.
#806284 in Books YWAM Publishing 2006-01-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 2.97 x 5.56 x 8.10l; 2.16 #File Name: 15765821161000 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. God help us to wake up and live boldly before the trumpet sounds like our brethren did in past generationsBy RedeemedBought these books to read to the kids for Family devotions. Started reading them before bed and cant seem to put them down because they inspire and challenge me so much. We know nothing of the hardships these dear saints faced to get the gospel to the masses. Any wonder why satan's minions have taken over our country and stripped away our freedoms! God help us to wake up and live boldly before the trumpet sounds like our brethren did in past generations!6 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Wonderful and inspiring!By mnmjennIn an age of cynicism and sarcasm; these stories are an incredible encouragement. They lift our eyes from the hopeless cycle of sin in our world to the wonderful hope of Christ's intervention through ordinary people saying yes to His call. We read these books out loud as a family and they inspire our children and my husband and I as well!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great Series InvestmentBy BGI have not been disappointed with this series. These are fantastic to read aloud the kids at before bed; then if they want to read them again on their own; they can! I have found them to be personally inspiring and encouraging. We have purchased 3 sets of 5 now and do NOT regret a single purchase. Once in awhile you simply wonder how the focus person survived at ALL!
