Swift Justice: The Supermarine Low Level Reconnaissance Fighter : The Supermarine Swift - Low-level Reconnaissance Fighter

Walpole, Nigel

ISBN 10: 1844150704 / ISBN 13: 9781844150700

Published by Pen & Sword Aviation, 2004

Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind. Seller Inventory # rev8572173795

Synopsis:

The Supermarine Swift was rushed into service with the RAF during 1954 to become Britain's first second-generation jet fighter. In this role it was not deemed a success and has been burdened with a bad reputation since that time. It was eventually replaced by the famous Hawker Hunter that had been extensively delayed because of teething troubles. This book covers the development and operational history of a vital aircraft that is a part of aviation legend.

Synopsis: The Supermarine Swift was rushed into service with the RAF during 1954 to become Britain's first second-generation jet fighter. In this role it was not deemed a success and has been burdened with a bad reputation since that time. It was eventually replaced by the famous Hawker Hunter that had been extensively delayed because of teething troubles. Although not successful as an interceptor fighter because of its poor performance at high altitude, it eventually found a vital role as a low-level short-range reconnaissance aircraft operating on the edge of the Iron Curtain at the height of the Cold War. Two RAF squadrons flew the Swift FR.5 for five successful years. This book covers the development and operational history of a vital aircraft that is a part of aviation legend.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Swift Justice: The Supermarine Low Level ...
Publisher: Pen & Sword Aviation
Publication Date: 2004
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Like New
Edition: 2nd Edition