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The scrapping of the Nimrod programme has been one of the most controversial events in the military aviation world for many a year. For most of its operational life, from 1969 to date, its contribution to the defence of the realm and its role in offensive duties was, of necessity, often shrouded in secrecy. It was the 'eye in the sky' which was absolutely vital to a host of activities - from anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare, to support of land battles throughout the world, to the Falklands campaign, to combating drug-running, the Nimrod's unsung role was paramount. And now the UK is bereft of such a multi-tasking reconnaissance aircraft. The full story of the Nimrod, and its significance, now needs to be told. Tony Blackman, who was there at the beginning, test-flew nearly every aircraft and was at Kinloss on the very day the project was cancelled, has written this timely book, "Nimrod Rise and Fall", covering every facet of its history, its weapons system developments and its tragic accidents. He writes in an approachable way, making technical subjects understandable but his conclusions will, inevitably, not be welcomed by everyone.
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In this riveting account Blackman charts the development of this awesome craft, the terrible mistakes and accidents, but also its triumphs. --Catholic Herald
Tony Blackman knows what he is talking about. --Aeroplane Magazine
'This is an excellent book and one which the Nimrod itself, and the outstanding air and ground crews who operated it, fully deserve. Highly recommended.' -- Air Cdre Graham Pitchfork
'This extremely detailed and well-illustrated book takes a fond look back at the aircraft s genesis and long career.' --Flypast
'A comprehensive, high quality and very well produced book.' --The Bulletin of Military Historical Society
The author is exceptionally well placed to tell the story of Nimrod and has produced a fascinating book. I strongly recommend this book, the overall story is fascinating and needed to be told. --The Aerospace Professional
'A comprehensive, high quality and very well produced book.' --The Bulletin of Military Historical Society
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Tony Blackman knows what he is talking about. --Aeroplane Magazine
'This is an excellent book and one which the Nimrod itself, and the outstanding air and ground crews who operated it, fully deserve. Highly recommended.' -- Air Cdre Graham Pitchfork
'This extremely detailed and well-illustrated book takes a fond look back at the aircraft s genesis and long career.' --Flypast
'A comprehensive, high quality and very well produced book.' --The Bulletin of Military Historical Society
The author is exceptionally well placed to tell the story of Nimrod and has produced a fascinating book. I strongly recommend this book, the overall story is fascinating and needed to be told. --The Aerospace Professional
'A comprehensive, high quality and very well produced book.' --The Bulletin of Military Historical Society
Tony Blackman is an ex-RAF aircrew officer and Vulcan test pilot.
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- PublisherGrub Street
- Publication date2011
- ISBN 10 1908117796
- ISBN 13 9781908117793
- BindingHardcover
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- Number of pages223
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