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Author : C. M. Reed
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780897472685
Total Pages : 49 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (726 download)
Download or read book KC-135 Stratotanker in Action written by C. M. Reed and published by . This book was released on 1991-01-01 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Kenneth P. Katz
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780897476843
Total Pages : 88 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (768 download)
Download or read book KC-135 Stratotanker written by Kenneth P. Katz and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Robert Smith Hopkins
Publisher : Voyageur Press (MN)
ISBN 13 : 9781857800692
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (6 download)
Download or read book Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker written by Robert Smith Hopkins and published by Voyageur Press (MN). This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Subtitled: More Than Just a Tanker. This highly readable text follows the development and service use of this globe-trotting aircraft and takes you through tasks the KC-135 has performed such as transport, tanker, weather recce, reconnaissance and intelligence gathering, special ops, test-bed and more. Charts every variant and sub-variant. The most complete KC-135 history available. Sftbd., 8 1/2x 11, 224 pgs., 185 bandw ill., 50 color.
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Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (862 download)
Download or read book KC-135 Stratotanker written by and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Alwyn T. Lloyd
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ISBN 13 : 9781853106415
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (64 download)
Download or read book KC-135 Stratotanker written by Alwyn T. Lloyd and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Bob Archer
Publisher : Modern Military Aircraft Series
ISBN 13 : 9781802825749
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (257 download)
Download or read book Seattle Stratotanker Veterans written by Bob Archer and published by Modern Military Aircraft Series. This book was released on 2023-04-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first KC-135A was rolled out on July 18, 1956 - nearly 70 years ago - and, amazingly, half of those constructed during the following ten years are still active. Described as a "force multiplier," providing aerial refueling to extend range or enable combat aircraft to remain on station for significantly longer periods, the KC-135 is unmatched. Ordered primarily as a tanker, it subsequently took on roles in strategic reconnaissance, airborne command post, treaty verification, weather monitoring, air sampling, test and evaluation support, VIP, aircrew trainer, airlift, and much more. While many KC-135 aircraft with a unique tasking have been replaced, some have an open-ended life expectancy and should exceed 80 years' service. To date, more than 80 different designations have been allocated, distinguishable through the application of prefix or suffix letters. Illustrated with over 160 images, this book, the first of two, will detail those aircraft with an aerial refueling designation, ground trainers, export and civilian tankers, and those that were used to conduct tests and evaluations.
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 78 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (227 download)
Download or read book The Vital Link: The Tanker's Role in Winning America's Wars written by and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This paper focuses on the unique and vital capabilities of the US Air Force's KC-135 tanker fleet. Specifically, historic and current tanker usage, tanker operational employment, and the capability of today's tanker fleet are analyzed, with emphasis on force structure and force management. Given that the KC-135-135 is the USAF's primary air refueling asset and that no planned replacements are due on the flightline for some time, how can the current KC-135 method of employment and force structure support future DOD and coalition operations? Since its inception in the mid-1950s, the KC- 135 has undergone numerous configuration as well as mission changes. One constant throughout has been the reliance of the nation's airpower on this critical asset, whether It was sitting alert during the cold war, or providing mission essential fuel for F-117s en route to Baghdad during the Gulf War. The success of combat operations in Operation Allied Force was made possible due to the rapid, massive, and professional employment of the KC-135 in the theater of operations. This success, however, can be attributed more to the actions of the tanker community than to any planned, deliberate inclusion of air refueling assets into the operations plan. In light of decreasing budgets, aging airframes, increased downtime for maintenance, and an explosion in the operations tempo, this paper proposes a four-pronged methodology addressing tanker vision, organization, training, and employment, as the correction needed to get the KC-135 weapon system back on centerline. This will allow the tanker to effectively aid the Air Force in successfully deterring conflict and if needed, quickly win the nation's future wars.
Author : Boeing Company
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (549 download)
Download or read book The Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker written by Boeing Company and published by . This book was released on 198? with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Bill Norton
Publisher : MMD-Squadron Signal
ISBN 13 : 9780897477239
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (772 download)
Download or read book C-17 Globemaster III written by Bill Norton and published by MMD-Squadron Signal. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Boeing's versatile C-17 Globemaster III combines strategic and tactical airlift into one wide-body aircraft capable of short takeoff and landing from unpaved fields. The giant, four-engine cargo jet has become more and more prominent in representing the US worldwide. Whether carrying the President, paratroopers, casualties, or vital materiel, or when performing airdrop or assault landings, the C-17 is the image of current aerospace technology and power projection. This richly illustrated, all-color, monograph highlights every aspect of the Globemaster design and mission execution through all theaters of US involvement in both wartime and peacetime. All US and foreign operators are discussed and portrayed in photographs. Combat operations, disaster relief, upgrades, and production are all described in word and image. This volume is a must for anyone interested in one of the very latest military aircraft that has made an essential contribution in recent conflicts and is looking forward to decades more of exciting service.
Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309174473
Total Pages : 124 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book Aging of U.S. Air Force Aircraft written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1997-09-30 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many of the aircraft that form the backbone of the U.S. Air Force operational fleet are 25 years old or older. A few of these will be replaced with new aircraft, but many are expected to remain in service an additional 25 years or more. This book provides a strategy to address the technical needs and priorities associated with the Air Force's aging airframe structures. It includes a detailed summary of the structural status of the aging force, identification of key technical issues, recommendations for near-term engineering and management actions, and prioritized near-term and long-term research recommendations.
Author : Christopher J.B. Hoctor
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781616004606
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (46 download)
Download or read book Voices from an Old Warrior written by Christopher J.B. Hoctor and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Former USAF pilot Christopher Hoctor examines the history and safety record of the Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft.
Author : Mark Hasara
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1501181688
Total Pages : 375 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (11 download)
Download or read book Tanker Pilot written by Mark Hasara and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From a veteran air-refueling expert who flew missions for over two decades during the Cold War, Gulf War, and Iraq War comes a thrilling eyewitness account of modern warfare, with inspirational stories and crucial lessons for people on the battlefield, in boardrooms, and in their everyday lives. Get a glimpse of life in the pilot’s seat and experience modern air warfare directly from a true American hero. Lt. Col Mark Hasara—who has twenty-four years’ experience in flying missions around the world—provides keen and eye-opening insights on success and failure, and emphasizes the importance of always being willing to learn. He provides twelve essential lessons based on his wartime experience and his own personal photographs from his missions during the Cold War, Gulf War, and Iraq War. With a foreword by #1 New York Times bestselling author and radio host Rush Limbaugh, this is a military memoir not to be missed.
Author : Jack Broughton
Publisher : Crecy Pub
ISBN 13 : 9780859791168
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (911 download)
Download or read book Thud Ridge written by Jack Broughton and published by Crecy Pub. This book was released on 2006 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the story of a special breed of warrior, the fighter-bomber pilot; the story of valiant men who flew the F-105 Thunderchief 'Thud' Fighter-Bomber over the hostile skies of North Vietnam. From the briefing rooms to the bombing runs, Vice-Wing Commander Colonel Jack Broughton, recounts the tragedy and heartache, the high drama and flaming terror, the exhilaration and thrill of life on the edge. He relives the incredible feeling of high-speed, low-level sorties where SAM missiles, flak and MiGs were all in a day's work. The bravery of the pilots and their commitment to each other in times of extreme fear, crisis and catastrophe are highlighted by vivid, fast moving flying sequences. Thud Ridgeis a fascinating and graphic memorial to the courage of the men, the power of their machines and their dedication to their mission.
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Publisher : DIANE Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1428970843
Total Pages : 46 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (289 download)
Download or read book Defense logistics : actions needed to enhance success of reengineering initiatives : report to congressional committees written by and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 460 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (89 download)
Download or read book Jet-set written by and published by . This book was released on 1981 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Major Usaf David M Cohen
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781479387564
Total Pages : 82 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (875 download)
Download or read book The Vital Link: the Tanker's Role in Winning America's Wars written by Major Usaf David M Cohen and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2012-09-25 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This paper focuses on the unique and vital capabilities of the US Air Force's KC-135 tanker fleet. Specifically, historic and current tanker usage, tanker operational employment, and the capability of today's tanker fleet are analyzed, with emphasis on force structure and force management. Given that the KC-135 is the USAF's primary air refueling asset and that no planned replacements are due on the flightline for some time, how can the current KC-135 method of employment and force structure support future DOD and coalition operations? Since its inception in the mid-1950s, the KC-135 has undergone numerous configuration as well as mission changes. One constant throughout has been the reliance of the nation's airpower on this critical asset, whether it was sitting alert during the cold war, or providing mission essential fuel for F-117s en route to Baghdad during the Gulf War. The success of combat operations in Operation Allied Force was made possible due to the rapid, massive, and professional employment of the KC-135 in the theater of operations. This success, however, can be attributed more to the actions of the tanker community than to any planned, deliberate inclusion of air refueling assets into the operations plan. In light of decreasing budgets, aging airframes, increased downtime for maintenance, and an explosion in the operations tempo, this paper proposes a four-pronged methodology addressing taker vision, organization training and employment, as the correction needed to get the KC-135 weapon system back on centerline. This will allow the tanker to effectively aid the Air Force in successfully deterring conflict and if needed, quickly win the nation's future wars.
Author : Graham M. Simons
Publisher : Casemate Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1783461012
Total Pages : 443 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (834 download)
Download or read book Boeing B-17 written by Graham M. Simons and published by Casemate Publishers. This book was released on 2011-12-01 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Fascinating insight into the early development of the B-17 Flying Fortress . . . undoubtedly outshines other books on this significant WWII aircraft.” —Air Mail The Boeing B-17 was the first American heavy bomber to see action in World War II when it was supplied to the RAF. The design originated in 1934 when the US Air Corps was looking for a heavy bomber to reinforce air forces in Hawaii, Panama and Alaska. For its time, the design included many advanced features, and Boeing continued to develop the aircraft as experience of the demands of long-distance flying at high altitude was gained. When the United States entered WWII, production of the aircraft was rapidly increased and it became the backbone of the USAAF in all theaters of war. This book describes how it was built and utilizes many hitherto unpublished photographs from the design studio and production lines. It illustrates and explains the many different roles that the aircraft took as the war progressed. Heavy bomber, reconnaissance, antisubmarine, and air-sea rescue operations; there were few roles that this solid design could not adopt.
