Modern Air-Launched Weapons
Modern Air-Launched Weapons by Martin J Dougherty, published by Amber Books Limited on February 14, 2019, is an illustrated guide that delves into the intricate world of aircraft munitions. This 224-page book explores various air-launched weapons, from the unguided Mk 82 bomb to the advanced Russian-Indian BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, detailing how these weapons are integrated with major aircraft types like the F-15 and B-1B.
Readers will find a comprehensive overview of modern offensive and defensive weapons systems, arranged by aircraft type. The book features annotations, numbered diagrams, and both top and side view artworks, alongside photographs that clarify the terminology and systems used in contemporary military operations. With specially commissioned computer-generated color illustrations and an extensive directory of weapons, this edition serves as a valuable reference for those interested in military history, technology, and aviation.
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From the unguided Mk 82 bomb used by U.S. forces to the Russian-Indian Brahmos supersonic cruise missile, Modern Air-Launched Weapons is a detailed guide to the complex world of aircraft munitions. It shows how combinations of various weapons and pods are loaded onto major aircraft types such as the F-15, B-1B, Su-30 and EF2000 Typhoon, and how these combinations work together in the heat of battle.
Arranged by type of aircraft, the book’s annotations, numbered diagrams, top and side view artworks and photographs help to explain the terminology and systems employed in modern warfare, providing an excellent overview of modern offensive and defensive weapons systems.
Featuring specially commissioned computer-generated colour illustrations and an extensive directory of weapons, Modern Air-Launched Weapons is an expertly written, essential reference work read for anyone interested in modern military aviation.
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