A comprehensive study of the training aircraft used to transition the United States military into the jet age. At the end of World War II; high-performance jets with unfamiliar operating characteristics were replacing propeller-driven airplanes. As accident rates soared; the Air Force and Navy recognized the need to develop new trainers to introduce fledgling as well as experienced pilots to jet flight. The first step occurred in 1948; when a two-seat jet trainer; the T-33; was developed with private funds. It was welcomed by the Air Force and subsequently the Navy; allowing both services to start building modern air arms. Over time other new trainers were developed to serve specific needs while innovations; such as high fidelity simulators; accelerated the process; reduced costs; and increased safety. The evolution continues today with the goal of producing high-quality newly winged aviators for assignment to operational squadrons.
#1447051 in Books Schiffer Publishing 2004-10-27Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.58 x .49 x 10.96l; 1.95 #File Name: 0764321242175 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Photo book of old stagesBy C. BradenNice photos; mostly photos; is what it claims to be4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Great bookBy DaveLots of terrific vintage photos of the Old West; but many of them are not stagecoach photos. That doesn't detract from the book; and Old West history buffs should enjoy the end product.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Stagecoach; etc.By David E. UnruhWonderful pictures - lots of typos which didn't bother me. Worth the price if you like the nineteenth century USA.
