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Dive into the compelling history of the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm with **Fleet Air Arm Boys: Volume 2** by Steve Bond. This hardback edition, measuring 156 x 234 mm and spanning 256 pages, takes you on a journey through the evolution of airborne power projection since World War II. Following the Navy's revitalization of fixed-wing carrier aviation with the HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales, this volume captures the resurgence of high-performance aircraft capabilities within the Fleet Air Arm. Discover unparalleled insights into the true stories and experiences of aircrew, maintainers, and aircraft handlers who have shaped aerial operations over the past 76 years. From legendary aircraft like Scimitars, Hunters, and Buccaneers to modern advancements in airborne early warning, this book provides an enthralling glimpse into the past and present roles of the Fleet Air Arm in protecting the interests of the UK and its allies. Enjoy rich narratives that reflect the courage and skill required in high-risk environments, making **Fleet Air Arm Boys: Volume 2** essential reading for military history enthusiasts, aviation fans, and anyone intrigued by naval operations. Order your copy today and explore the legacy of the Fleet Air Arm.
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CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 156 x 234 mm
Pages: 256
Bind: hardback
Author: Steve Bond Publisher: Grub Street
Publication Date: 19-07-2021
Since the end of World War 2 the primary role of the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm has been airborne power projection; the ability rapidly to respond to any trouble spot across the globe and to protect the interests of the United Kingdom and its partner nations. The principal tools in that response were the strike aircraft which took the offensive to the aggressor. Although from 2010 to 2020 fixed-wing carrier aviation was not part of the Fleet Air Arm, with the advent of the navy's two new aircraft carriers, HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales, that capability has been restored. This renewed focus has not only seen the return of flying high performance aircraft from a carrier, but also the regeneration of the necessary skills, and courage, needed to cope with the extremes of weather and the nature of air operations in a very high-risk environment. However the lessons of the past have not been forgotten, and so many of those previous experiences are related within these pages - true stories of the last 76 years from aircrew, maintainers, aircraft handlers and many other supporting staff both men and women. Following on from the success of volume one, this second volume covers every fixed-wing aircraft type flown from carriers in the strike, anti-submarine warfare and the vital airborne early warning roles; from Scimitars to Hunters, Buccaneers to Skyraiders and many more, plus an extensive fleet of land-based aircraft. As with the first volume, involvement in operations suc
**Delivery Information:** We provide swift shipping options to ensure your purchase arrives promptly at your doorstep.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 156 x 234 mm
Pages: 256
Bind: hardback
Author: Steve Bond Publisher: Grub Street
Publication Date: 19-07-2021
Since the end of World War 2 the primary role of the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm has been airborne power projection; the ability rapidly to respond to any trouble spot across the globe and to protect the interests of the United Kingdom and its partner nations. The principal tools in that response were the strike aircraft which took the offensive to the aggressor. Although from 2010 to 2020 fixed-wing carrier aviation was not part of the Fleet Air Arm, with the advent of the navy's two new aircraft carriers, HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales, that capability has been restored. This renewed focus has not only seen the return of flying high performance aircraft from a carrier, but also the regeneration of the necessary skills, and courage, needed to cope with the extremes of weather and the nature of air operations in a very high-risk environment. However the lessons of the past have not been forgotten, and so many of those previous experiences are related within these pages - true stories of the last 76 years from aircrew, maintainers, aircraft handlers and many other supporting staff both men and women. Following on from the success of volume one, this second volume covers every fixed-wing aircraft type flown from carriers in the strike, anti-submarine warfare and the vital airborne early warning roles; from Scimitars to Hunters, Buccaneers to Skyraiders and many more, plus an extensive fleet of land-based aircraft. As with the first volume, involvement in operations suc