F-18 Industry Team Poster

A copy of the F-18 Industry Team Posterfor McDonnell Douglas, Northrop Grumman, General Electric and Hughes. Circa 1996.

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F2H-3 Banshee Standard Aircraft Characteristics

A poor xerox of the McDonnell F2H-3 Banshee Standard Aircraft Characteristics (SAC) sheets, dated 1 May 1950. I copied this about 1964!

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F2H-2/-2N Banshee Standard Aircraft Characteristics

McDonnell F2H-2/-2N Banshee Standard Aircraft Characteristics (SAC) sheets, dated 1 November 1949.

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F2H-2N Banshee Standard Aircraft Characteristics

A poor xerox of the McDonnell F2H-2N Banshee Standard Aircraft Characteristics (SAC) sheets, circa 1948. I copied this about 1964!

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Aircraft Recognition Posters

Copies of WWII Aircraft Recognition Posters from 1942-1944.

“Aircraft recognition posters were used – in concert with other tools such as three dimensional scale models and film slides – by instructors to teach students how to identify and differentiate between Allied and Axis aircraft. The phrase "WEFT UP", seen on the right side of the posters, was a mnemonic listing six major aspects of aircraft design to focus on to aid in recognition. The letters stood for: wings, engine, fuselage, tail, undercarriage, and peculiarities. The stars next to each letter may indicate the prominence of each figure for each model of aircraft. The "MacArthur Names" included for Japanese aircraft refer to the "hillbilly" series of reporting names developed by the Allied Technical Air Intelligence Unit.

These posters were published by the Naval Aviation Training Division from October 1942 to April 1943 and the Bureau of Aeronautics in February 1944. The latter are labeled "U.S. Government Printing Office : 1944–O–572602". A distinct change in font is also noticeable between December 1942 and January 1943. It is most evident in that the latter uses an "O" character to represent a "0". Some minor mistakes in the format of designations, such as hyphen placement (e.g. "L4-A" instead of "L-4A") exist as well.

This collection of 120 posters comes from the Tri-State Warbird Museum and was scanned by the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library. The title of each poster has been reproduced verbatim in the item name, but the correct format of the aircraft's manufacturer, designation, and nickname – if applicable – is included in the description.” Credit: Noah Stegman Rechtin

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F2H-1 Banshee Standard Aircraft Characteristics

A poor xerox of the McDonnell F2H-2N Banshee Standard Aircraft Characteristics (SAC) sheets, circa 1948. I copied this about 1964!

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F2H-1 Erection and Maintenance Instructions (Partial)

A partial copy of AN 01-245FBA-2 for the Erection and Maintenance Instructions on the McDonnell F2H-1 aircraft, dated 1 June 1949.

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F2H-3/-4 Illustrated Parts Breakdown

A partial copy of the Illustrated Parts Breakdown manual for the McAir F2H-3/-4 Banshee aircraft. Manual AN01-245FBC-4, dated 1 February 1958.

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F2H-1/-2/-2n/-2p Structural Repair Handbook

A copy of the Structural Repair Handbook AN 01-245FB-3 for the F2H-1/-2/-2n/-2p aircraft, dated 1 September 1957.

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F2H Banshee Serial Numbers No. 2

A copy of the F2H Banshee Serial Numbers list No.2 from 1953.

 

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F2H-1 Banshee Pilot’s Handbook (Partial Later Manual)

A partial Later copy of Navy Pilot’s Manual AN 01-245FBA-1, for the McDonnell F2H-1 aircraft, this one dated 1 May 1954. 

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F2H Banshee Serial Numbers No. 1

A copy of the F2H Banshee Serial Numbers list No. 1 from 1952.

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F2H Banshee Introduction Brochure No 2

A xerox copy of a McDonnell report No. 2937, dated 19 January 1953 of the F2H Banshee Introduction Brochure. (This is the second part of No.1)(This one has the differences and similarities between the F2H models)

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F2H Banshee Introduction Brochure No 1

A xerox copy of a McDonnell report No. 2937, dated 19 January 1953 of the F2H Banshee Introduction Brochure.

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McDonnell F-4(FVS)/Model 225 Article

“In the mid 1960’s, the McDonnell Aircraft Company devoted some internal funds and effort to the F-4(FVS). This would have removed the wing from the F-4 Phantom II and replaced it with an all-new shoulder-mounted swing wing. The target of this enterprise was primarily the US Navy; MAC assured them that the F-4(FVS) would be a superior carrier plane to the standard F-4 due to better low-speed handling characteristics. However, while the design  seems to have been pretty sound, by this point the Navy wanted a capability the Phantom couldn’t provide: Phoenix missiles. In the end, the Navy largely ignored the F-4(FVS) and went with the F-14. But even then, McDonnell-Douglas proposed a design for the F-14 contest, the Model 225A, that was in part derived from the F-4(FVS) studies.” Article written by Scott Lowther. From Aerospace Projects Review issue V3N4

 

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F2H-3 and -4 Banshee Flight Handbook (Later)

A later copy of Navy Flight (Pilot’s) Manual #AN 01-245FBC-1, for the McDonnell F2H-3 and -4 aircraft, dated 1 August 1957.

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Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21FL Service Manual

A copy of the CIA made english language Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21FL Service Manual (CIA-RDP82-00038R001800200001-1). Dated February 1966

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F-4C/ D/ E Weapons Delivery Manual

A copy of the USAF Nonnuclear Weapons Delivery Manual, 1F-4C-34-1-1, for the McDonnell F-4C/D/E aircraft. This manual is dated 26 January 1973.

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Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21FL Flight Manual

A copy of the CIA made english language Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21FL Flight Manual (CIA-RDP82-00038R001800160001-6). Dated January 1966.

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Time Off

I will be taking the next three days off; so, no posts until next Monday.

Mr AA

Air Guard Americas Flying Militia Report

A copy of the Air Guard Americas Flying  Militia Report booklet written by George Hall. Dated 1990.

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China’s Ballistic Missile Industry Report

A copy of the China Aerospace Studies Institute China’s Ballistic Missile Industry Report. Written by Peter Wood and Alex Stone. Dated May 21 2011.

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F-4 Phantom II Deliveries Info

Copies of the “tally” of f-4 Phantom II delivered and a Serial Number Conversion list.

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BAC-English Electric Lightning Photos

A number of good photosof the BAC-English Electric Lightning fighter aircraft. All photos are 1280 x 720 pixels. Credit: Jean at Boxartden

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Lockheed F-90 Photos

A number of good photosof the Lockheed F-90 fighter aircraft.

“The Lockheed XF-90 was built in response to a United States Air Force requirement for a long-range penetration fighter and bomber escort. The same requirement produced the McDonnell XF-88 Voodoo. Lockheed received a contract for two prototype XP-90s (redesignated XF-90 in 1948).” Credit: Jean at Boxartden.

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Boeing Delta IV Heavy Mission Demo Poster

A copy of the Douglas Delta IV Heavy Mission Demo first flight  Poster. Dated circa 2004.

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General Electric AN/ALQ-87 Drawings Part 1

A copy of the General Electric AN/ALQ-87 ECM Pod QRC-513, sheet 2 Installation drawing. Dated July 1970.

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General Electric AN/ALQ-71/72/87/101/119 Info Part 1

A copy of portions of the TO 1F-4C-35 Manual on the

General Electric AN/ALQ-71/72/87/101/119 ECM pod.

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The Fabulous Phantom Article

A nice pictorial article on the F-4 Phantom II.

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Naval Air Launched Guided Missiles

An incomplete copy of the Naval Air Launched Guided Missiles, NAVAIR 00-120A-1. Dated 15 August 1971. Lot’s of great missile drawings and dimensions info! (Ninety pages)

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General Electric AN/ALQ-87 Configurations

A copy of the General Electric AN/ALQ-87 Configurations brochure. Dated June 6 1972.

“The AN/A LQ-87, currently an operational and proven ECM
pod system, has inherent design features that may be utilized
in 3 80 different configurations by the employment of versatile
mounting hardware.
The mini-back provides an interface between any of the
inventoried canisters and 14-inch mounting brackets. The
pylon adapter interfaces between either three or four canisters,
together with their low voltage power supplies and primary
power adapter, and any standard 14-inch or 30-inch pylon
mounting bracket.
The use of the adapter increases the effectiveness of the
AN/A LO-87 system by permitting additional ECM capabilities
to be combined into one pod.”

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Antonov An-2 airplane with ASz-62IR engine Flight Manual

A copy of the flight manual for the Antonov An-2 airplane with ASz-62IR engine. This includes the An-2R, An-2T, An-2TP, An-2TD, and An-2P aircraft. Dated 20 October 1989.

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AN/ALQ-119, AN/ALQ-101, and AN/ALQ-131 ECM POD CONFIGURATIONS

A copy of parts of a WESTINGHOUSE DEFENSE AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CENTER report on the AN/ALQ-119, AN/ALQ-101, and AN/ALQ-131 ECM POD CONFIGURATIONS. Dated October 1980.

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AN/ALQ-131 Modular ECM Pod Report

A copy of parts of a Westinghouse report on the AN_ALQ-131 Modular ECM Pod. Dated July 1981.

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AN/ALQ-119/101/131

  Original photos from Westinghouse Co. files.

“The ALQ-131 is an advanced electronic countermeasures (ECM) pod designed to provide an aircraft self-protection against radar threats. The ALQ-131 accomplishes this by responding with a combination of noise, repeater or transponder electronic jamming techniques. The pod weighs 600 pounds, with modular design for multiple frequency band capability. It has an ability to be quickly re-programmed against changing threats. The ALQ-131 is used by A-10, F-16 and F-111 aircraft. Other ECM pod systems being used by USAF aircraft include the ALQ-119 and ALQ-184.” (From the National Museum of the Air Force.)

“The AN/ALQ-131 Electronic Countermeasures (ECM) pod is the most successful ECM system ever built. Northrop Grumman has fielded more than 1,600 ALQ-131 pods, which used state-of-the-art technology to successfully protect aircrews and aircraft in every conflict since becoming operational.

To stay ahead of new and emerging threats with advanced capabilities, Northrop Grumman revolutionized the ALQ-131 through the insertion of digital technology. The architecture is a derivative of technologies from the most capable fighter aircraft, including F-16 Block 60 and F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. This upgrade does not change the pod’s size, weight or power requirements; neither does it induct any mandatory aircraft modification.” (From Northrop Grumman website.)

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Wings for Combat

A copy of the story behind the Army Air Forces Training Command. Lot’s of photos! WWII issue. Credit: aafcollection

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Bomber Planes that Made History

A copy of the Bomber Planes that Made History booklet. Dated 1959.

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Army Air Force WWII Posters

A collection of Army Air Force WWII Posters from the National Archives. Dated February 2013.

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The F-4 Phantom's F3H Demon Roots

A copy of a very good short article on the F-4 Phantom's F3H Demon Roots. Dated 28 May 2016. Credit: tailsthroughtime

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Douglas F6D Missileer

A copy of a very good (But short) article on the Douglas F6D Missilier. Dated 29 October 2015. Credit: tailsthroughtime

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Douglas EF-10B Skyknight Flight Manual

A copy of the Navair 01-40FAB-1 Flight Manual for the Douglas EF-10B Skyknight aircraft, dated 15 October 1969.

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Hickam Bomber 1942 Booklet

A 1942 yearbook for the Bomber Command, Hickam Field, near Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. This book was the first booklet published in the months following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Credit: aafcollection

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Boeing B-29/A Pilot’s Flight Operating Instructions

A copy of the Boeing B-29/A aircraft Pilot’s Flight Operating Instructions (AN 01-20EJA-1)  Dated 20 May 1945. Credit: aafcollection

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WWII Vargas 1945 Calender

Now something different. A full 1945 year calendar with Vargas pin-up pictures on it! A rare find. The Vargas “girls” pictures were used on a lot of WWII aircraft nose art. With notes written on it from it’s owner. Enjoy!

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Grumman S2F-1,–2 Tracker Flight Handbook

A copy of the Grumman S2F-1,–2 Tracker Flight Handbook (AN 01-85SAA-1). Dated 1 May 1956. Credit: aafcollection

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Pilatus PC-6 Porter Flight Manual

A copy of the Austrailian Air Force Pilatus PC-6 Porter Flight Manual. Dated 16 March 1972. (Air Pub 7211-001-1)

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F-4 Phantom II 5000 th Bluebook

In May of 1978, McDonnell Douglas issued a booklet to commemorate the 5000 th Phantom II produced. Myself, Bob Pukala and several of my aviation historian friends were tasked with the makeup of this booklet.(Our names are at the end) We looked through thousands of photos, added captions and wrote letters to get permission to publish several pictures. While it had limited distribution, it was wildly received!

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Bell FM-1/B Airacuda Handbook of Operation and Flight Instructions

A copy of the Bell FM-1/B Airacuda Handbook of Operation and Flight Instructions. (TO 01-110HA-1) Dated 1 June 1940. Credit: aafcollection

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Bell FM-1A Airacuda Handbook of Operation and Flight Instructions

A copy of the Bell FM-1A Airacuda Handbook of Operation and Flight Instructions. (TO 01-110HB-1) Dated 20 December 1940. Credit: aafcollection

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Baade 152 Jetliner

Some photos and a video of a very interesting aircraft! “The Baade 152 also known as Dresden 152, VL-DDR 152 or simply 152, was a post-war airliner designed and manufactured by East German aircraft company VEB Flugzeugwerke Dresden. The aircraft was named after German aeronautical engineer Brunolf Baade, the principal designer involved in the programme. It had the distinction of being the first jet airliner to be developed in Germany.” From Wikipedia

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USAF in VietNam Aces and Aerial Victories 1965-1973

A copy of the USAF office of Air

Force History on the USAF in VietNam Aces and Aerial Victories 1965-1973. Dated 1976.

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