The Thunderbirds - The United States Air Force's Flight Demo Team

Discover the thrilling legacy of The Thunderbirds – the United States Air Force's premier flight demonstration team. Founded in 1953, the Thunderbirds have captivated audiences worldwide with their spectacular aerial performances. This exquisitely detailed book, authored by Ken Neubeck and published by Schiffer Books, offers an in-depth look at the team's history, showcasing their evolution from the early F-84 Thunderjet to the formidable F-16A Fighting Falcon of today. With 144 pages filled with vibrant imagery and detailed narratives, you'll explore the origins of the Thunderbirds, their impressive lineup of aircraft, and the stunning maneuvers that define their show. Each page is a testament to the skill, discipline, and precision that these aviators embody. Whether you're an aviation enthusiast, a fan of military history, or simply curious about the artistry of flight, this book is a must-have addition to your collection. Measuring 230 x 230 mm, it serves as both an educational tool and a striking coffee table piece, engaging readers with its dynamic visual representations of aerial stunts and formations. Join us on a journey through the sky with The Thunderbirds, where the spirit of flight and the thrill of aviation come alive.

Author: Ken Neubeck Publisher: Schiffer Books
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 230 x 230 mm
Pages: 144
Publication Date: 28-11-2020

Founded in 1953, the US Air Force Thunderbirds flying-demonstration team has performed in air shows in the United States and around the world. The team is based at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, where it has been honing its skills since 1956. This book details the origins and early formation of the team, as well as describing the different model aircraft that the team has flown during its nearly 70-year history-F-84 Thunderjet and Thunderstreak, F-100C Super Sabre, F-105B Thunderchief, F-4E Phantom II, and T-38A Talon, to the present-day F-16A Fighting Falcon-mirroring the development of US Air Force fighter aircraft during this time. The book also presents graphic and photographic descriptions of some of the team's signature maneuvers that are performed during a Thunderbirds air show, in stunning imagery.