SEPECAT Jaguar In Action.SEPECAT SEPECAT Société Européenne de Production de l'Avion ECAT (Ecole de Combat et Appui Tactique) Jaguar In Action Glenn Ashley, et al. Squadron/Signal Publications 1115 Crowley Drive, Carrollton, TX 75011-5010 #1197 $8.02 www.squadron.com With an informed and informative text by Glen Ashley, and enhanced with illustrations by David Gebhardt and Darren Glenn, as well as coloring by Don Greer, SEPECAT Jaguar In Action is one of the latest additions to the outstanding Squadron/Signal "In Action" series showcasing all aspects of fighter aircraft fighter aircraft Aircraft designed primarily to secure control of essential airspace by destroying enemy aircraft in combat. Designed for high speed and maneuverability, they are armed with weapons capable of striking other aircraft in flight. . In this case, its the SEPECAT Jaguar, a fighter jet that gave superb front-line service to several national airforces around the world. The plane's origins stem from when England and France worked closely to produce sever significant Anglo-French aircraft back in the 1960s. As with all "In Action" series titles, this 49-page book is replete with historic photography, museum class artwork, and covers all elements of the plane's design and function. Other recent and highly recommended "In Action" titles include Bone: B-1 Lancer The B-1 Lancer is an American supersonic strategic bomber with variable-sweep wings. Its origins began in the 1960s as a supersonic bomber with sufficient range and payload to replace the original B-52 Stratofortress. In Action (#1179); F-15 Eagle In Action (#1183); B-2 Spirit The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit is a multi-role stealth heavy bomber, capable of deploying both conventional and nuclear weapons. It is operated exclusively by the United States Air Force. Its development was a milestone in the modernization program of the U.S. In Action (1178); F-105 Thunderchief (#1185); AH-1 Cobra (#1168); and F-16 Fighting Falcon The F-16 Fighting Falcon is an American multirole jet fighter aircraft developed by General Dynamics and Lockheed Martin for the United States Air Force. Designed as a lightweight fighter, it evolved into a successful multirole aircraft. (#1196). Military aviation enthusiasts would be well served to request the free Squadron/Signal catalog for a complete listing of their entire collection of outstandingly produced and thoroughly budget friendly titles. |
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