The story of how the Super Hornet and Growler came into existence is the focus of this new book. The F/A-18E/F has its roots in the late-1980s Hornet 2000 study; which itself evaluated ways to enhance the range; payload; and bring-back capability of the existing F/A-18 Hornet. Through a series of trade-offs imposed by largely limited defense funds; what emerged was a versatile; affordable strike fighter aircraft that has served the Navy well since its fleet introduction in 2002. The Growler has a similar history. Itself an offshoot of the Super Hornet program; the EA-18G brought many of the Super Hornet's attributes - speed; maneuverability; self-defense capability; and advanced systems - into the electronic attack community and is now posed to assume all such missions from the venerable EA-6B Prowler within the next few years. The book draws on interviews with many of the key players in the F/A-18E/F and EA-18G program and on many press reports of the day to tell the story of how these aircraft were designed; developed; and deployed. Moreover; the book provides insights into the problems faced by these key individuals as well as the management methods they used to produce aircraft that have consistently been delivered at or ahead of schedule; under cost; and under weight.
#1043791 in Books Schiffer Publishing; Ltd. 2004-01-01Ingredients: Example IngredientsOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 11.35 x .85 x 8.83l; 2.77 #File Name: 0764306189208 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Citizens Civilians of Gettysburg tell their stories of the battleBy KevinHaving maternal ancestors from Gettysburg; the Meals family; before; during; and after the Civil War; three of which fought for the Union during the war; and one of which; my great-great-grandfather; who fought at the legendary battle in his hometown; I couldn't give this book less than a 5 star rating; especially since my family is given a nice little write-up in it. If you enjoy reading about how the battle impacted the citizens and civilians of Gettysburg; then I would recommend adding this book to your library.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Must read for all Civil War BuffsBy CustomerWonderful read. It gives the authentic version of the townspeople who also lived through those horrendous three days ! The stories they tell; and all the great variety of pictures taken by the photographer in the town help connect you with the War like nothing else could or does. I just wish the book would continue on and on. You feel transported personally to the Battlefield. I am very glad I bought this book; I really enjoyed thestory of the civilians prospective of this battle Jane Apple1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. It very much gives you an "insiders view" of what it was like during the Battle of GettysburgBy rxy157This is unlike any other book you have ever read. I found it absolutely spell-binding. The book is composed of just letters of the townspeople of Gettysburg during the battle. It very much gives you an "insiders view" of what it was like during the Battle of Gettysburg. There is no spin; no interpretation of events from years later - just the letters. It is truly an authentic piece of history. This is one of my treasured books in my library. Highly recommended.
