Following the success of Seaforth's Ship Craft series; this new strand of Flight Craft titles are sure to appeal to a broad demographic of model makers. With profiles of the various craft accompanied by a descriptive narrative history of the various types; this volume combines practical information with reflective historical analysis; making for a visually rich volume sure to appeal to both sides of the market.This volume deals primarily with the three principal attack helicopter types of the present-day Russian Army.The Mil MI-24 ‘Hind’ – otherwise known as ‘the Flying Crocodile’ – has been produced in large numbers with many versions and variants developed. It has been supplied to a host of countries and seen considerable combat action in conflicts both in the Soviet Union and abroad. It still forms the backbone of army aviation in Russia. At the forefront of national exposure; this is a particularly pertinent inclusion in a volume such as this.The Mil-28 is a more contemporary type and is broadly the equivalent of the McDonnell Douglas AH-64 Apache. Again; this is a popular type and fans of the craft will find much of interest here; whether they are curious to expand their historical knowledge or eager for design details in a model-making context.Finally; the Kamov Ka-52 ‘Alligator’ – NATO name ‘Hokum-B’ – is in service with the Army and entering service also with the Russian Navy. Another exciting craft; its inclusion in this volume and the spotlight afforded it by Gordon are both well deserved.Well-illustrated histories and structural analyses are supplemented with detailed descriptions of the various plastic scale model kits which have been released; along with commentary concerning their accuracy and available modifications and decals. This level of detail and insight is sure to prove invaluable to a wide community of model-makers; both at home and overseas.
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405 of 418 people found the following review helpful. It is a book meant for good.By CustomerI want to tell future readers of this book in this way. I read it first when I was 14 or 15. I thought it was a book on how to smartly fight a war. Then I re-read it when I was 28 and it occurred to me that it may be an instruction book on how to navigate an honorable life. Years passed and I recently found it at the bottom of a box in my closet. I read it again at age 56. I realized it has more to offer. If you read this book; you will actively have to replace Sun Tzus' ancient terms and placement of hierarchy and apply them to modern situations and people. Family; bosses; neighbors; employees and the list goes on. It is my belief that this "manual" can help solve minor and major disruptions in life if used correctly. It is a book meant for good.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Success through the agesBy RitacFlipping through it I glean bits and pieces of an organized mind. I can easily understand why this book has existed for more than 2000 years. My intention is to read it a little at a time so that I absorb some of the philosophy. I am not interested in war but I am interested I how men think and plan; this should be an excellent guidebook.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. GoodBy UnknownOutlines Sun Tzu in plain English. Highly recommended.
