air force

". . . introduces readers to vehicles and equipment used by the US Air Force, from fighter jets to parachutes"--Provided by publisher.

"The Air Force was once a part of the Army. Today, it stands as its own powerful military branch. It relies on highly trained airmen and advanced aircraft to complete missions around the world. Learn about the roles of airmen and their training, and get an inside look at the advanced equipment, aircraft, and weapons the Air Force uses"--Provided by publisher.

"In this book, readers will learn about the U.S. Air Force, its history and importance, duties and special missions, and how it relates to and works with other branches of the U.S. Armed Forces"--Provided by publisher.

Mary Jennings Hegar discusses her experiences as a helicopter pilot in the National Guard.

"Describes careers and life in the US Air Force."--.

"The United States, as reflected in the news media, has a long history of either requiring or requesting citizens to be participants in the military. From the Civil War, through two World Wars and the Vietnam War, to the conflicts in Afghanistan and the threat of terrorism, perspectives on military service, the draft, and citizen soldiers has changed. How has military service been portrayed through the news and perceived by the public throughout the country's history of wars and peace times? And how have the attitudes of American citizens changed when it comes to serving in the military? This collection of articles explores these questions and more"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an introduction to the U.S. Air Force, discussing the history and creation of the airborne branch of America's armed forces, weapons and technology from advanced fighter aircraft and radar systems to computers and space satellites, the second Gulf War and the War on Terror in Afghanistan and elsewhere, and includes a time line and glossary.

Describes airborne special operations: selection, training, and preparation, select missions, service in Afghanistan and Iraq, terrorism, and service during disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and the Haitian earthquake.

"Real life stories in this book about careers in the air force will help you picture whether one of these jobs is for you. Learn about the many careers the air force offers and the skills needed to make you the candidate with the right stuff"--Provided by publisher.

Describes what it is like to be an Air Force airman, including what their everyday life is like, what their training involves, and more.