fighter planes

Discusses the design and weapons of three models of the F-14 Tomcat fighter jet and how they are used by the Navy.

Presents illustrations, historical notes, facts, and specifications for jet fighters, ranging from the earliest designs of the mid twentieth century to some of the most modern fighters in use today.

Simple text and photographs present fighter planes, their parts, and their crew.

A pop-up book describing some of the aircraft and people who made flying history.

An account of the Navy's fighter pilots in Vietnam--and how the creation of the Navy's Top Gun fighter pilot school influenced the war.

Large, close-up photographs and text describe the parts of fighter planes and the work of fighter pilots.

Describes the features and capabilities of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, discussing its weapons, missions, and role in the military.

Presents a history on 101 of the world's best fighter planes in chronological order from the biplanes that battled over Flanders during World War I to the potency of today's advanced jets. Includes information on the country of origin, type, powerplant, performance, weights, dimensions, and armament for each plane along with a photograph.