BOEING / BAe HARRIER - VOLUME 21
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Characteristics
| ISBN-13 | 9781580070140 |
| ISBN-10 | 1-58007-014-0 |
| Book cover finish(es) | Perfect paperback |
| Condition | Like New |
| Author(s) | Dennis R. Jenkins |
| Publisher | Specialty Press Publishers and Wholesalers |
| Number of pages | 100 |
| Published date | 1998 |
| Language(s) | English |
| Collection / Series | WarbirdTech Series, Volume 21 |
| Size | 21 x 27,5 x 0,8 cm |
| Categorie(s) | • APPAREILS - CONSTRUCTEURS • AVIATION MILITAIRE |
Description
And therein lies the Harrier's Achilles Heel. Although not really a dangerous aircraft, it has nevertheless amassed the worst safety record of any current Western fighter - its accident rate is almost three times that of the F-15 or F-16. This is not necessarily the fault of the technology. The Harrier operates in a more critical flight regime than other fighters. Take off and landing are usually the most critical times for an aircraft, and the Harrier spends a large percentage of its time in this regime. This is the nature of its mission - close air support - especially in U.S. Marine Corps service. It supports the ground forces from locations basically co-located with the ground forces. Its takeoffs, pounds the enemy, and lands, quickly. It generates more sorties than other fighters simply because it is closer to the action.
The Harrier is also one of the few examples of a foreign aircraft that has been successful in American military service. Even though most current Harriers were manufactured by McDonnell Douglas (now part of Boeing), it is still very much a product of British design. The Americans provided a great deal of refinement to both the airframe and engine, but the credit for the concept resides squarely with Hawker Siddeley and Bristol.
The Harrier is one of the few examples of a foreign aircraft that has been successful in American military service. This volume delivers detailed information on the XV-6 Kestral; US Marine AV-8 Harriers; Royal Navy Sea Harriers; Falkland Islands Combat; Night Attack Harriers; and the Harrier's Service in Spain, Italy, India and Thailand. Filled cover-to-cover with vintage photos, drawings, and exploded views.
WARBIRDTECH SERIES is a collection of books dedicated to historical military aircraft, particularly those that had a significant impact during World War II and subsequent conflicts. Each volume focuses on a specific aircraft model, providing an in-depth analysis of its technical features, development, and operational use.
The books in this series are distinguished by their combination of detailed illustrations, rare photographs, and technical drawings, allowing aviation enthusiasts and historians to explore the specifics of each aircraft. In addition to technical aspects, the series also examines the historical and military context in which these planes operated, making each book not only informative but also engaging for readers interested in aviation and military history.
The series is particularly appreciated by collectors, modelers, and aviation enthusiasts for its rigorous research and visually appealing presentation.