The USAF introduced the F-4C Phantom II into the Vietnam war in April 1965 from Ubon RTAB, Thailand. The F-4C/D soon became the Air Force’s principal fighter over the North, destroying 85 Mi Gs by the close of 1968.This book describes how the USAF turned a gunless naval interceptor into an opponent to the more nimble VPAF Mi Gs. It explains how the Air Force gradually followed US Navy initiatives in the use of the F-4’s missile armament but employed very different tactics and aircrew training. The roles of key personalities such as Col. Robin Oldany are discussed, together with armament and markings, crews and engagements.
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Language English ● Format PDF ● Pages 96 ● ISBN 9781782007531 ● Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing ● Published 2012 ● Downloadable 6 times ● Currency EUR ● ID 2640833 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM
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