The Air Force

The Air Force

The Air Force is a richly illustrated tribute to the world’s most powerful air arm—the United States Air Force. Covering its history from World War I to modern operations, this 224-page hardcover offers a vibrant and authoritative look at an elite military service that plays a pivotal role in U.S. overseas missions and foreign policy.

The book explores the USAF’s diverse responsibilities, from managing intercontinental ballistic missiles and space launches to executing precision ground-attack missions with aircraft like the A-10 Thunderbolt II. It highlights the service’s extensive global presence, with bases in the United Kingdom, Japan, Germany, and across the United States, operating a fleet of 5,600 aircraft. Featured aircraft include F-22 Raptors, F-15 and F-16 fighters, B-2, B-1, and B-52 strategic bombers, and heavy airlifters like the C-5, C-17, and C-130.

Illustrated with more than 200 photographs, the book delves into recruitment, training, weaponry, and the latest technologies, such as the USAF’s all-stealth combat aircraft commitment, including 1,700 F-35 Lightning II multirole fighters. A celebration of innovation, power, and global reach, The Air Force is essential reading for aviation enthusiasts, military historians, and anyone fascinated by modern air power.
ISBN-10: 1838860606
ISBN-13: 9781838860608

Key Features

• Illustrated history of the United States Air Force from WWI to today
• Profiles 5,600 aircraft in worldwide service, from fighters to strategic bombers
• Highlights modern technology, stealth aircraft, and global missions
• 200+ photographs showcasing recruitment, training, and deployments
• 224 pages | ISBN 9781838860608 | Hardcover