Republic F-105 Thunderchief: Operations in Southeast Asia

The F-105 Thunderchief was designed for tactical nuclear operations and was on nuclear Victor alert in Europe and the Far East. This book details its wartime operations and modification programs, with over 150 images, many of which have never been published before.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 30 January 2023
Publisher: Key Publishing Ltd

The F-105 Thunderchief was meticulously crafted with a primary focus on conducting tactical nuclear operations. As a result, it was placed on nuclear Victor alert across Europe and the Far East. When the air war against North Vietnam commenced on March 2, 1965, the United States Air Force (USAF) urgently required an aircraft capable of carrying substantial loads. Fortunately, the Thunderchief was the sole aircraft capable of fulfilling this critical role. In the second installment of a groundbreaking trilogy delving into the history of the Thunderchief, the book intricately explores the wartime exploits of this iconic aircraft, alongside in-depth investigations into the extensive modification programs that enabled it to excel in its missions. This comprehensive volume not only provides detailed accounts of various historical F-105 events, drawing upon firsthand insights from the pilots who participated, but is also lavishly adorned with over 150 captivating images, many of which are being published for the first time.

Dimension: 243 x 170 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781802822434