Lords of the Sky

Fighter Pilots and Air Combat, from the Red Baron to the F-16

De: Dan Hampton

Narrado por: John Pruden

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • The definitive history of combat aviation and fighter aircraft, from World War I to present

INCLUDES 32 PAGES OF PHOTOGRAPHS AND 12 MAPS

Lords of the Sky is the “dramatic, fast-paced, and definitive"" (Michael Korda) history of fighter pilots and aircraft and their extraordinary influence on modern warfare, masterfully written by ""one of the most decorated pilots in Air Force history” (New York Post). A twenty-year USAF veteran who flew more than 150 combat missions and received multiple Distinguished Flying Crosses, Lt. Colonel Dan Hampton draws on his singular firsthand knowledge, as well as groundbreaking research in aviation archives and rare personal interviews with little-known heroes, including veterans of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Hampton (the New York Times bestselling author of Viper Pilot) reveals the stories behind history's most iconic aircraft and the aviators who piloted them: from the Sopwith Camel and Fokker Triplane to the Mitsubishi Zero, Supermarine Spitfire, German Bf 109, P-51 Mustang, Grumman Hellcat, F-4 Phantom, F-105 Thunderchief, F-16 Falcon, F/A-18 Super Hornet, and beyond. In a seamless, sweeping narrative, Lords of the Sky is an extraordinary account of the most famous fighter planes and the brave and daring heroes who made them legend.

another great one from Dan and John

More depth and detail on history of military fighters, battles and the pilots than I expected.

An exceptionally entertaining work of aviation.

If you have interest in aviation or military history, I highly recommend this work by Dan Hampton. The narration is pure entertainment matching the excellent content. I am a retired Air Force pilot well read in aviation yet discovered unusual factual material as a special treat. This is that rare audio title that will be occassionally repeated for its authentic content and exceptional enthusiastic narration. A pleasure to have both the audio and print versions of classic Dan Hampton!

Holds your interest

A good detailed easy to listen to the history of aviation fighters and the development of them from WW1 to Iraq.

Superb

One of the very best and enjoyable histories of flight from a fighter pilot’s perspective.

History from a little bit different angle

This a a great piece of history for those interested in aviation. Best if you have a basic background, i.e. know what flaps are. There is a fair amount of the surrounding history though the author sticks pretty much to the subject matter and gives background just for context. I found this book totally enjoyable but I am a history and aviation enthusiast (read plane nut) so it was a natural fit. It helps if you know some of the history but do not think it is totally necessary. The narration is great especially when he goes into "radio com" mode. Best if you are really into the subject matter as the book would be a bit detailed for someone looking for a causal read.