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USAF F-4 Phantom II MiG Killers 1965-68

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: Combat Aircraft - Fighters

MSRP old price: $22.95


Product Info

Title
USAF F-4 Phantom II MiG Killers 1965-68
Publisher
Category
Author
Peter Davies
Publish Year
2004
Pages
96
Dimensions
8x10x.25"
NKG Part #
2147401518
MFG. Part #
OSPCOM045
Type
Softcover
Series
COM45

Description

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 MiGs by the close of 1968. This book describes how the USAF turned a gunless naval interceptor into an opponent to the more nimble VPAF MiGs. 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.