F-111: Fort Worth Swinger

When introduced, the F-111 was a revolutionary aircraft and extremely popular. Capable of delivering a wide variety of ordnance, it was arguably one of the best tactical aircraft of its time. With 180 photos, this book covers the operational period of the F-111 Aardvark and EF-111 Raven from the 1960s through to eventual retirement in the 1990s.

About the author

London born Bob Archer's sixty years in aviation began as an aircraft enthusiast, turned photographer. Latterly writing for aviation journals, as well as four books. His primary period of interest is post World War Two to date. American, Russian and UK manufacturers are his favourites. Two greatest aviation periods were viewing the early 1960s American nuclear bombers in central England, and the Russian military in Eastern Europe during the early 1990s. He has flown in numerous military aircraft, including Phantom, Tornado, Jaguar, Hercules, VC.10 and various helicopters worldwide. Bob is married to Anzhelika, who shares his passion for aviation.

Summary

This book covers the operational period of the F-111 Aardvark and EF-111 Raven.

Product details

• Authors: Bob Archer, Archer Bob
• Publisher: Key Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.07.2022
• EAN: 9781913870638
• ISBN: 978-1-913870-63-8
• No. of pages: 96
• Dimensions: 165 mm x 241 mm x 8 mm
• Weight: 272 g
• Series: Historic Military Aircraft; Historic Military Aircraft Series
• Subjects: Guides > Motor vehicles, aircraft, ships, space travel > Model-making; Social sciences, law, business > Political science > Political science and political administration