USAFE Tactical Units in the United Kingdom in the Cold War

This book provides a history of US Air Force Tactical Air Command flying units in the UK from 1950 to 1992, including aircrew testimony, illustrations, and information on tactical nuclear missions, NATO operations, and support aircraft.

Format: Hardback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 17 February 2022
Publisher: Fonthill Media Ltd

This remarkable book offers a comprehensive history of all United States Air Force Tactical Air Command flying units that were stationed in the United Kingdom from 1950 to 1992. It delves deep into the experiences of aircrew members, providing firsthand accounts from the cockpit, complemented by an extensive collection of 467 illustrations, including 168 in color. The book explores the pivotal role played by tactical nuclear missions in the operations of many UK-based units, tracing their inception in 1952 with the arrival of the 20th TFW and the 47th Bombardment Wing. It also delves into the adoption of the NATO doctrine of "Flexible Response" and the eventual end of the Cold War. Additionally, the book includes sections on units temporarily deployed to the UK to support USAF and NATO operations. The comprehensive Appendices provide in-depth essays on individual aircraft development, international events that impacted the missions and deployments of the units, the support aircraft utilized by the wings, and detailed maps, tables, and profiles. This invaluable resource offers a wealth of information for anyone interested in the history of US Air Force Tactical Air Command in the United Kingdom during the Cold War era.

Weight: 1097g
Dimension: 248 x 172 x 33 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781558607