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52 JET AGE AVIATION, 1950S TO PRESENT: SPACE FLIGHT • SOVIET/RUSSIAN • OTHER COUNTRIES From Space to Earth: The Laboratory and Marketplace Feuerbacher & Messerschmid. This book describes the latest developments in spaceflight and looks toward humanity’s future beyond earth. Complex scientific and technical aspects of the world’s space programs are explained in understandable terms. Current research and trends, along with new applications, are discussed. Size: 8.5"x11" • 400 color/bw photos • 320pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-3776-5 • hard • $39.99 Touching Space: The Story of Project Manhigh Gregory P. Kennedy. Project Manhigh took humans to the threshold of space using bal- loons. On each of three flights, theAir Force placed a lonepilot ina sealed capsulenineteenmiles above ground. At such extreme altitudes, the pilots were well within the functional equivalent of outer space andneeded the sealed capsule to survive.Manhigh preceded the creation of NASA and helped pave the way for human space exploration. Size: 8.5"x11" • 130 color/bw photos • 128pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-2788-9 • soft • $24.95 SOVIET/RUSSIAN Mil Mi-24 Attack Helicopter: In Soviet/Russian and Worldwide Service, 1972 to the Present Michael Normann.The Mil Mi-24 Soviet/Russian gunship andattackhelicopter hasbeen incontinuous combat service since its first appearance in the early 1970s. Its impressive performance, ability to transport fully armed troops, and imposing armament soon earned theMi-24 the nickname “Crocodile”andhavemade the bighelicopter anopponent that is still fearedtothisday.Technical aspectsandoperational details are discussed, including the helicopter’s service in Afghanistan from 1979 to 1989.Worldwide use by over 30 countries includes the air forces ofAngola, Brazil, Cuba, India, Iraq,North Korea, Syria,Vietnam,Yemen, and others. Size: 8.5"x11" • 208pp. • ISBN: 978-0-7643-5867-8 • hard • $39.99 Sukhoi Interceptors: The Su-9, Su-11, and Su-15: Unsung Soviet Cold War Heroes Yefim Gordon & Dmitriy Komissarov. In the late 1950s the Sukhoi Design Bureau made its mark as a "fighter maker," developing the Su-9 supersonic interceptor. This, the ensuing Su-11, and especially the Su-15 became an important part of the Soviet air defenses in the ColdWar.The book provides in-depth coverage of Sukhoi’s early delta-wing interceptors, including experimental ones and paper projects, and their production and service history. Size: 8.5"x11" • 805 photos • 320pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-5868-5 • hard • $64.99 The Sukhoi Su-27: Russia’s Air Superiority andMulti-role Fighter, 1977 to the Present Andy Gröning. This detailed, illustrated look at the Russian Sukhoi Su-27 fighter aircraft features complete discussions of its design, construction, and operational use, aswell as all technical systems and weapons. Size: 8 1/2" × 11" • 210 color photos • 224pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-5637-7 • hard cover • $45.00 The MiG-21: The Legendary Fighter/In- terceptor in Russian and Worldwide Use, 1956 to the Present. Holger Müller. This book presents a detailed look at the design and devel- opment of the legendary MiG-21, including its powerplant, armament, upgrades, and variants. TheMikoyan-GurevichMiG-21 was the standard fighter/interceptor aircraft of theWarsawPact and it stood up to its western counterparts for decades. Size: 8 1/2" × 11" • 240 photos • 224pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-5636-0 • hard cover • $45.00 The MiG-29: Russia’s Legendary Air Su- periority, and Multirole Fighter, 1977 to the Present Andy Gröning. This book presents the development and operational use of the Soviet/Russian Mikoyan MiG-29. The MiG-29 was the Soviet response to the new generation of air-superiority fighter aircraft fielded by NATO, such as the American F-15 and F-16. Size: 8 1/2" × 11" • 260 color photos • 224pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-5521-9 • hard cover • $45.00 Myasishchev M-4 and 3M: The First Soviet Strategic Jet Bomber. YefimGordon & Dmitriy Komissarov. Brought out in 1953, the M-4 was the Myasishchev design bureau’s sole bomber to see production and service. Code-named Bison by NATO, itenteredserviceaheadof theB-52andmade its mark in the ColdWar, remaining in service until themid-1990s—for 40years. It also foundpeaceful uses, becoming thebasis for theVM-T cargoaircraft designed to carry outsize loads piggy-back. Size: 8.5”x11” • 240pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-6182-1 • hard • $49.99 Tupolev Tu-16: Versatile ColdWar Bomber YefimGordon, Dmitriy Komissarov, Vladimir Rig- mant. Brought out in the early 1950s, the Tu-16 was the first Soviet swept-wing jet bomber, and was a versatile aircraft that became both part of the Soviet deterrent in the Cold War, and a par- ticipant of several "hot" wars. The book provides in-depth coverage of the "Soviet Superfortress," including experimental and projected versions, and the Tu-4’s production and service history. Size: 8.5"x11" • 1033 color/bw photos • 464pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-5418-2 • hard • $79.99 Tupolev Tu‑144: The Soviet Supersonic Air- liner YefimGordon, Dmitriy Komissarov, Vladimir Rigmant.Developed in the1960s/1970s, theTu-144 was the Soviet Union’s only practical venture into supersonic commercial aviation. Though its career was all too brief, it was a major technological achievement for the Soviet aircraft industry. The bookprovides in-depthcoverageof the ’Concordski’, including its production and service history. Size: 8.5"x11" • 548 color/bw photos • 272pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4894-5 • hard • $59.99 Antonov’s Heavy Transports: From the An-22 to An-225, 1965 to the Present. YefimGordon and Dmitriy Komissarov. This book charts the development and service history of the Antonov design bureau’s heavy transport aircraft, including the unique six-engined An-225 “Mriya:” created for carrying theBuran space shuttle, and is the biggest aircraft in the world today. The book is illustrated by a wealth of newphotos and color artwork.​ Size: 8.5”x11” • 598 color/bw photos • 288pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-6071-8 • hard • $59.99 Tupolev Tu-160: Soviet Strike Force Spear- head Yefim Gordon & Dmitriy Komissarov. Devel- oped to meet a Cold War need for a counterpart to the B-1, the Tu-160 was the first Soviet multi- mode strategic bomber and remains Russia’s most advanced heavy bomber.The book charts the type’s development, production, and service history in Soviet and post-Soviet days, and is richly illustrated with color photos and original factory drawings. Size: 8.5”x11” • 576 color and b/w images 288pp. • ISBN: 978-0-7643-5204-1 • hard $59.99 Tupolev Tu-4: The First Soviet Strategic Bomber Yefim Gordon, Dmitriy Komissarov, and Vladimir Rigmant. Brought out in the mid- 1940s as a copy of the B-29 Superfortress, the Tu-4 became the first Soviet nuclear-capable bomber. The book provides coverage of the “Soviet Superfortress,” including experimental and projected versions, and the Tu-4’s production and service history. Size: 8.5”x11” • 520 color/bw photos • 240pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4797-9 • hard • $49.99 A Guide to the Russian Federation Air Force Museum at Monino Korolkov & Kazashvili. The Monino museum is founded on a rich collection of full-scale aircraft exhibits, as well as helicopters, aircraft engines, armament and search-and-rescue equipment, and reflects the history of Russian and Soviet aviation development from 1909 to the present. Size: 8.5”x11” • 130 color/bw photos • 176pp. ISBN: 0-7643-0076-8 • hard • $39.95 MiG-29 Flight Manual Alan R. Wise. The MiG-29 Fulcrum is acknowledged as the finest lightweight, multi-role fighter ever produced in Russia. This book provides a rare and unprec- edented glimpse inside a top Russian aircraft. Using information that only a few years ago was highly classified, this translated text presents an extraordinary look at the capabilities and complexities of one of the very best fighters. Size: 8.5"x11" • 110 color photos • 160pp. ISBN: 0-7643-1389-4 • soft • $24.95 OTHER COUNTRIES Dassault Mirage: The Combat Log Salvador Mafé Huertas. The first book ever to chronicle in detail all of the Mirage III, 5, F1 and 2000 aircraft and specifically their use in combat operations. The Mirage has seen more combat than any present day jet fighter, including action in the Six-Days War, the Falklands, the Gulf War and many other lesser known conflicts. Size: 9"x12" • 400 color/bw photos • 208pp. ISBN: 0-7643-0168-3 • hard • $59.95 Jezreel Valley Mysteres: The Mystere IVA in Israeli Air Force Service, Squadron 109, 1956-1968 Shlomo Aloni. Israel acquired 61 Dassault Mystere IVA combat aircraft from France that were delivered to the Israeli Air Force and issued to two units: Squadron 101 at Hatzor, in the south, and Squadron 109 at Ramat David in the north. The Squadron 109 Mystere era covered mostly air-to-air from 1956 until 1962 and mostly air-to-ground from 1962 until 1968. Size: 8.5"x11" • 291 color/bw photos • 224pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4825-9 • hard • $59.99 Ghosts of Atonement: Israeli F-4 Phantom Operations During the Yom Kippur War Shlomo Aloni. In the years that preceded the October 1973 Yom Kippur War, Israel invested heavily in the creation of a heavy attack force of four F-4 Phantom/Kurnass squadrons. This is a must for anyone with interest in F-4 Phantom operations, Israeli Air Force heritage, andmodern military history. Size: 8.5"x11" • 298 color/bw photos • 228pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-4756-6 • hard • $59.99 The Israeli Air Force 1947-60: An Illus- trated History Salvador Mafé Huertas. Israel exists because of the resolute people that live in this small country, both civilian and military, but above all because of the Chel Ha’avir, which in the following years would be proclaimed the most combat experienced air force in the world. Size: 8.5"x11" • 190 color/bw photos • 176pp. ISBN: 0-7643-0390-2 • hard • $35.00 Hammers: Israel’s Long-Range Heavy Bomber Arm - The Story of 69 Squadron Aloni & Avidror. From the B-17 Flying Fortress and PBY Catalina, to the F-15I Thunder, Israeli Air Force 69 Squadron, the Hammers, has always been the long-range, heavy bombing element of Israeli air power. Inclueds Israeli B-17 operations, the complete story of how the Israeli Phantoms defeated the Syrian SAM network in Lebanon and the thundering introduction of the F-15I. Size: 8.5"x11" • 300 color/bw photos • 228pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-3655-3 • hard • $59.99 Vultures over Israel: The Vautour in Israeli Service Squadron 110 • 1957-71 Shlomo Aloni. The French Vautour was designed to serve as an attack aircraft, bomber and nightfighter. Israel purchased all three versions and was the only nation to operate all three types. Sqdn.110 recon Vautours collected imagery crucial for IAF Operation Focus, the preemptive strike that opened the June 1967 Six Day War. Size: 8.5"x11" • 400 color/bw photos • 256pp. ISBN: 978-0-7643-3960-8 • hard • $59.99