Description
Book SynopsisUsing maps, contemporary photographs, and new artwork, this book examines the Hellcat and the naval aviators who flew them.Joining combat in the Pacific in late 1943, the Hellcat squadrons soon demonstrated their ascendency over their Japanese opponents, culminating in the great Marianas Turkey Shoot during the Battle of the Philippine Sea in June 1944. The fighter proved to be a dream for pilots to fly, allowing both novice and veteran Naval Aviators alike to prevail in largescale aerial combats. From October 1944 to January 1945, the Fast Carriers supported General MacArthur's invasion of the Philippines.Featuring specially commissioned armament views and battlescenes, this book covers the key role played by Naval Aviators flying the Hellcat into action during the Fast Carrier Task Force's strikes against the Philippines in September and October 1944. Using maps, contemporary photographs, and technical diagrams, the volume examines the highly effective tactics used to prevail
Trade ReviewOsprey have produced yet another high quality, and thoroughly enjoyable read. -- Simon Dalton * Books2Cover *
Well worth considering as inspiration for any USN Hellcat build, or for those with an interest in the Pacific Arena of World War Two. * Scale Aircraft Modelling *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 In Battle Chapter 2 Setting the Scene Chapter 3 Path to Combat Chapter 4 Weapon of War Chapter 5 Art of War Chapter 6 Combat Appendices Index
