Hawker Siddeley Harrier - The World's First Jump Jet (Hardcover)

The revolutionary Harrier took to the skies in December 1967, going on to become the star of the Royal Navy and Air Force during the Falkland Islands War in 1982. Its US derivative, the McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II, proved equally successful with the Marine Corps in Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. Featuring a wealth of rare and previously unpublished photographs and diagrams, this photographic history explores the background that led to the development of this remarkable aircraft. Mark A. Chambers charts the history and output of Hawker Aircraft Ltd from Sopwith onwards, through the Harrier's development, production, flight testing and operational and combat history, and also considers its future replacement, the Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. An effective strike fighter for several nations for almost half a century, Harrier's longevity is testament to its practical design and viability - a truly unique combat aircraft.

General

Imprint:	The History Press Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	November 2017
First published:	2017
Authors:	Mark Chambers
Dimensions:	226 x 248 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	156
ISBN-13:	978-0-7509-6743-3
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > Air forces & warfare Books > Sport & Leisure > Transport: general interest > Aircraft: general interest Books > Social sciences > Warfare & defence > Weapons & equipment > Military vehicles
LSN:	0-7509-6743-9
Barcode:	9780750967433

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