Product Description

The Fairchild-Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II is a distinctive looking aeroplane designed for a very definite role. As a close air support weapon it has impressive firepower and load-carrying capability as well as high manoeuvrability and endurance. This book explores the role of this aircraft.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1175807 in Books
• Published on: 2000-04-24
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 192 pages

Customer Reviews

Paying homage to the Hog
Many life stories of aircraft follow much the same format,following the design from the drawing board to the skies.They even use pretty much the same photographs. I'm pleased to say that this book manages to modify the format somewhat.The book is meticulously researched using company and government documents throughout to provide the reader with an insight into the various ups and downs of the A-10s development.A reference section is provided listing the source of the various quotes from personnel associated with the design and operation of the plane. The author also vigorously defends the A-10 throughout the book,anyone familiar with the design will know the opposition the design has had directed at it from various quarters.The story of the Hog,as it is fondly known by pilots and enthusiasts alike, is brought right up to date to include its involvement in Operation Allied Force and to outline the various modifications that are needed to take it to its projected retirement in 2028. So why not 5 stars?,the answer is despite the in depth research,the book for me is spoilt by inaccurate captioning of the photographs,not so much the factory shots of the prototypes and the production lines,but the operational images. For example,some of the errors are either misprints with serial numbers or incorrect descriptions of the aircraft depicted,okay this is probably just nitpicking,and will only annoy absolute Hog afficionados,of which i am one!,but seeing as the rest of the book has been so well put together it is a shame it is let down by these inaccuracies. If you are an aviation enthusiast curious about the A-10s fascinating story,and not concerned about minor errors involving the photos,you will find this book very interesting,and you will in all likelihood find yourself looking at the Hog in a new light.Hog devotees on the other hand will have to ignore the captions on the images and just benefit from the host of new information that has been unearthed for the book.