Author: Stathopoulos, Dimitris.
Title: F-16 Fighting Falcon : 30 Years in Hellenic Air Force Service 1989-2019.
Description: Glyfada (Greece) : Icarus Workshop, 2020. Paperback. 160 pp. Ills. 30 cm. Mailorder only - Alleen verzending mogelijk. Book condition : as new. - It’s a fantastic read, well laid out and, quite simply, one of the best aviation books to have crossed my path. The author delves deep into air force records, beginning with the search for and selection of the new fighter back in 1989. He details the Peace Xenia I and II programmes, which resulted in Block 30 and, later, Block 50 jets entering service and delivering a quantum leap in capability. From illustrations of the camouflage pattern, which include FS paint numbers, to plan views showing typical weapon loads carried by the F-16s, the level of detail is consistent from cover to cover. Each squadron, active or disbanded, is listed, with a description of its role. High-quality images appear throughout, showing F-16s in flight, being serviced, or on the taxiways. It’s notable how weathered the Greek ‘Vipers’ appear, despite some examples having been in service for less than a decade. Specially painted aircraft are also included, including the Zeus solo display jet and the colourful Tiger Meet examples of 335 Mira. Thoroughly recommended for historians and aircraft modellers alike. ISBN 9786188441804.

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