Description
Discover the thrilling history of aerial warfare with 'The Raptors: All F-15 and F-16 Aerial Combat Victories', a must-have for aviation enthusiasts and military history buffs. This hardcover book, published by Schiffer Military History in 2017, presents an unprecedented compilation of individual Israeli and American air combat victories featuring the F-15 and F-16 fighters. Offering a meticulous historical photographic account, each page reveals stunning images paired with captivating narratives that include the identities of heroic Israeli and American pilots, their respective squadrons, individual aircraft tail numbers, and the precise weaponry used to defeat enemy fighters.
This book delves into notable missions such as Operation OPERA, an Israeli raid against Iraq’s nuclear ambitions, and Operation WOODEN LEG, the first deployment of the F-15 as a strike fighter against the PLO in Tunisia. Ideal for avid military historians and fans of modern aviation, 'The Raptors' not only showcases aerial victories but also highlights the evolution of aerial combat strategies and technologies. Each photograph tells a story as it captures the essence of bravery and tactical precision that defined these crucial air engagements. Don’t miss the chance to own this definitive guide to F-15 and F-16 operations, a fascinating addition to any collection on military aviation history.
This book delves into notable missions such as Operation OPERA, an Israeli raid against Iraq’s nuclear ambitions, and Operation WOODEN LEG, the first deployment of the F-15 as a strike fighter against the PLO in Tunisia. Ideal for avid military historians and fans of modern aviation, 'The Raptors' not only showcases aerial victories but also highlights the evolution of aerial combat strategies and technologies. Each photograph tells a story as it captures the essence of bravery and tactical precision that defined these crucial air engagements. Don’t miss the chance to own this definitive guide to F-15 and F-16 operations, a fascinating addition to any collection on military aviation history.