This type may be the opposite of “iconic”; I think the A-20 family of aircraft is one of the least known types that saw wide service.
After the jump I’ll take a brief look at a prolific and useful type that was/is under-represented in major media. Continue reading
I just want to briefly mention the big Air Show event coming later this month. On August 29 and 30 Thunder Over Michigan will be at Willow Run Airport in Ypsilanti Michigan. Major attractions will be The Blue Angles, an F-16 Tactical demo, the B-29 “Fifi”, a deHavilland Mosquito, an Fw190, aerobatic pilot Michael Goulian, a WWII Battle re-enactment and several other vintage warbirds. This is always a fun show. Proceeds go to support the Yankee Air Museum.
I strongly encourage anyone who can make the trip to do so! I will be there on Saturday the 29th in the “Cadet Club”. If any readers want to meet up there use the “contact me” link to let me know!
The final expression of the heavy fighter concept, the Me410 both proved the strength of the concept and demonstrated its ultimate weakness.
After the jump a look a plane that was both deadly and vulnerable. Continue reading
The early variants of North American’s famous fighter saw limited production. But some of these early Mustangs did see success.
Join me for a look at one such example from a lesser known theater. Continue reading
The Jack was a capable interceptor designed to bring down heavy bombers.
Join me for a brief look at an atypical Japanese fighter. Continue reading
The end of World War Two was the dawn of the jet age. Every major nation was working on these next generation aircraft.
After the jump, a look at the United States first attempt at a jet fighter. Continue reading
Back to the truly iconic types of World War II.
Let’s see what can be said about an early war Spitfire… Continue reading
A troubled design that did ultimately prove effective, the Curtiss Helldiver was the last dedicated Dive Bomber to see service with the US Navy.
Join me for a brief look at an interesting bit of naval history. Continue reading
As the war in the East unfolded, the Luftwaffe found the need for more specialized, and more capable ground attack aircraft. Especially as the Stuka was proving more vulnerable to Soviet fighters.
After the jump, a look at a mid-war tank buster. Continue reading
After the jump, a look at a basic Japanese staff vehicle. Continue reading
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