Napier, Michael Korean Air War. Sabres, MiGs and Meteors 1950-53

Often overlooked, the time is now right for a new account of the Korean War (1950-53) given recent political events and, in particular, the aerial aspect. With a paucity of major accounts that go beyond one side or aspect of the conflict, Michael Napier has written this meticulously-researched new volume. The war proved a technological watershed as the piston-engined aircraft of WW2 seceded to the jet aircraft of modern times, establishing tactics and doctrine that are still valid today. This wide-ranging study covers the parts played by the forces of North Korea, China, the former Soviet Union, the US, the UK, Australia, Canada and South Africa in a volume rich with combat reports and first-person accounts. This lavishly illustrated hardback will appeal to aviation enthusiasts and those with a fascination for the Korean War as we enter the 70th anniversary of the conflict.

The war proved to be a technological watershed, as the piston-powered aircraft of World War II were significantly outclassed by the jet aircraft of the modern era, and tactics and doctrines were established that are still valid today. This work covers the role of the air forces of North Korea, China, the USSR, the USA, the UK, Australia, Canada and South Africa in a volume rich in operational reports and other first-hand accounts.