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Product Description: The U.S. Air Force began developing jet fighters as World War II came to a close. The Cold War that soon developed saw a significant increase in fighter production programs as America tried to counter the perceived Soviet threat. World War II's best piston-powered fighters could barely top speeds in excess of 450 mph...read more

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Product Description: Exploded views, cutaway and phantom drawings from technical manuals, rare variants, armament systems, and more fill this detailed guide with the information you're looking for! Includes production line photos, depleted uranium data, battle damage photos, Desert Storm nose art, and details of the two-seat N/AW variant...read more