Tony Blackman

(Author)

Nimrod Boys: True Tales from the Operators of the Raf's Cold War TrailblazerPaperback, 22 October 2021

Nimrod Boys: True Tales from the Operators of the Raf's Cold War Trailblazer
Qty
1
Turbo
Ships in 2 - 3 days
Only 2 left
Free Delivery
Cash on Delivery
15 Days
Free Returns
Secure Checkout
Buy More, Save More
Part of Series
Jet Age
Print Length
256 pages
Language
English
Publisher
Grub Street Publishing
Date Published
22 Oct 2021
ISBN-10
1911667203
ISBN-13
9781911667209

Description

Nimrod Boys is a collection of eighteen first-hand accounts of operating the Hawker Siddeley Nimrod - an aircraft which served at the forefront of the Cold War. As the first jet-powered maritime aircraft, it could reach critical points for rescues or for operational requirements in rapid time. Its outstanding navigation and electronics systems also allowed the Nimrod to be a first-class machine in anti-submarine warfare. The book focuses on the Nimrod's UK-based and worldwide operations. With detailed accounts of its role during the Falklands campaign and in later conflicts such as the First Gulf War to modern-day anti-drug smuggling operations in the Caribbean. There are also descriptions of the Nimrod's achievements in the International Fincastle Competition - where RAF squadrons competed against counterparts from Australia, Canada and New Zealand. With a variety of perspectives on Nimrod crew life, including from a female air electronic operator, readers will find dramatic, engaging and occasionally humorous stories. One flight test observer also reflects on the cancelled Nimrod MR4 project. Nimrod Boys written by Tony Blackman (a former Hawker Siddeley test pilot) with Joe Kennedy (an ex-RAF AEO) and with a foreword by AVM Andrew Roberts is more than worthy addition to the Jet Age series.

Product Details

Author:
Tony Blackman
Book Format:
Paperback
Country of Origin:
GB
Date Published:
22 October 2021
Dimensions:
23.19 x 15.19 x 2.39 cm
ISBN-10:
1911667203
ISBN-13:
9781911667209
Language:
English
Pages:
256
Series:
Weight:
680.39 gm

Related Categories


Need Help?
+971 6 731 0280
support@gzb.ae

About UsContact UsPayment MethodsFAQsShipping PolicyRefund and ReturnTerms of UsePrivacy PolicyCookie Notice

VisaMastercardCash on Delivery

© 2024 White Lion General Trading LLC. All rights reserved.