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C-17 Globemaster
34,90 €The Boeing C-17 Globemaster III is the most modern heavy military transport aircraft in the West. It has short take-off and landing characteristics and can operate from unpaved runways. The thrust reverser, which can be used in flight, allows steep landing approaches to minimize the risk of enemy fire. In addition, it can drop loads and soldiers from any altitude in flight.
All of this makes them enormously versatile. Since entering service with the US Air Force in 1993, the aircraft has proven itself in almost every conflict involving the US, most recently in August 2021, when 823 people were evacuated from Kabul on a single aircraft.
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Junkers Ju 88, Vol. 3. Day and Nightfighters. Development – Equipment – Operations 1940 – 1945
59,95 €Beyond its famed role as the Luftwaffe’s long-serving Schnellbomber (fast bomber), this book tells the story of the Junkers Ju 88 as a day and nightfighter. In addition to the aircraft’s development for such roles, the authors offer an analysis of the engines, weaponry and sophisticated electronics and radar equipment carried by the Ju 88, including its airborne radars, passive homers, navigation aids, radios and IFF sets.
Also covered are the operations conducted by Ju 88 day fighters in the Mediterranean, the lesser-known ‚train-busters‘ and nightfighters deployed on the Eastern Front, and also an examination of the camouflage and markings applied to the various Ju 88 fighters.
With an authoritative text by recognised Luftwaffe historians, accompanied by hundreds of rare photographs, plus specially commissioned colour artwork and maps, this book provides an essential and comprehensive overview of the technology of the Ju 88 fighter variants and detailed coverage of their performance as combat aircraft.
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Westland Sea Lynx
39,90 €This volume is dedicated to the Sea Lynx, which has been in loyal service to the German Navy for decades. It is impossible to imagine German frigates without this machine: it significantly increases the range and reaction speed of the ships. The helicopter’s sensors and weapons are designed for its main role, submarine hunting. Two helicopters are on board each.
In addition to technology, reports are another focus, i.e. being there during operations, anti-submarine training and maintenance. Of course, the worldwide use of this aircraft, which has been successful for decades, also is described.
200 images.