Phantom in Combat

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Engaging with the experiences of missile-age pilots, this book explores the intense aerial combat of the Vietnam War and the Middle East, highlighting the Phantom aircraft's impact. It features insights from USAF ace Steve Ritchie, recounting the frustrations of politically driven rules, alongside the harrowing dogfights of Randy Cunningham and Willie Driscoll. The narrative is enriched with rare materials such as battle-damage photos, tactical diagrams, and official analyses, providing a vivid portrayal of modern air warfare from those who lived it.