Ruby Sisson Library

When World War I began in 1914, the air forces of the opposing nations consisted of handfuls of rickety biplanes. By the war's end, the blueprint of the modern fighter aircraft had emerged. To trace the story of this astonishingly rapid technological revolution, NOVA takes viewers inside The Vintage Aviator, a team of New Zealand-based aviation buffs dedicated to bringing back classic World War One fighters.

Introduces the F-15 Eagles, their specifications, weapons, missions, and future in the Air Force.

"Engaging images accompany information about the F-35 Lightning II. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--

"Engaging images accompany information about F-16 Fighting Falcons. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

Takes an in depth, real life account of America's finest flight squads of the Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps.

The skies will never be the same... Never before published. Just as Troy Loensch comes into his own as a pilot with the United States Air Force, a private military contractor called Firehawk takes over. Troy isn't happy with the arrangement-and neither is the CIA. And when they ask Troy for help investigating Firehawk, he accepts-with explosive consequences...

Discusses the AV-8B Harrier, its uses, engine, weapons, and future in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Describes the history and design of different types of Navy fighters and their uses in combat.

Introduces various kinds of fighter planes used by the Army Air Force and by the Navy and Marines during World War II, their missions, and the weapons employed.