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The New York Times best-selling writer of Viper Pilot and retired USAF F-16 legend Dan Hampton offers the first extensive popular background of combat aviation - a distinctive, amusing, and action-packed look at the aces of mid-air and their machines, from the Red Baron and his triplane in World Conflict I to today's technologically expert soaring warriors in supersonic jets. One of the most furnished fighter pilots ever sold, U.S. Air Power Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Dan Hampton dates back 100 years in order to the extraordinary account of the very most famous fighter planes and the daring and daring heroes who made them legend. Attracting on his knowledge, Hampton shines a spotlight on the pioneers who have ruled mid-air from World Conflict I through the Cold Conflict to today. He provides unique perception into gutsy pioneers such as Manfred von Richthofen and his red triplane, and the flyboys in the iconic P51 Mustang who encountered the Nazi Lufwaffe. Here, too, is a thoughtful look at modern air warriors, including his own exploits in the high-tech f-16 Falcon. Interwoven throughout this sweeping narrative background is Hampton's personal account of traveling the entire world to find these storied airplane. Strapping himself into the cockpit of such planes, he stocks the enjoyment and connection with soaring each. Exhilarating, told in his acclaimed high-octane style, Lords of the Sky is a fresh look at the development of aviation for background and armed service buffs alike.
