Overview

U.S. Army aviators pioneered the first helicopter gun platforms in the early 1950s. Today, helicopter gunships are the most unique element of rotary-wing aviation, redefining the term close air support. As the ultimate development of the military helicopter, these largely U. S.-designed-and-built aircraft reign supreme as the premier attack platforms of modern aerial warfare. Helicopter Gunships begins with the Vietnam War as the ultimate proving ground that first utilized helicopter gunships and saw the development of other rotary-wing weapons systems as well. This book also explores fascinating post-war programs like the experimental Comanche, Blackhawk, and Apache. Through in-depth research and exclusive high-quality photos, noted author and helicopter expert Wayne Mutza examines in vivid detail the numerous weapon systems mated with a surprisingly wide variety of helicopters. Attention is also given to helicopter gunships developed by other Free World countries and Communist nations.

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At 208 pages, the book is unsurpassed in its coverage of a heretofore sporadically covered topic. Where the book really shines is in its outstanding photographic coverage. -Vertflite, Winter 2010, reviewed by Ray Robb-- (12/01/2010) I highly recommend this book; it's not some coffee table picture book, this is serious history and I think you'll enjoy the read. -VHPA Aviator, December 2010--VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Assoc.) (12/01/2010) In all, it is everything you have ever wanted to know about the subject all under one cover. Typical of Specialty Press' books, it is the best reference on the subject you can find and a well written read in and of itself. As such, it is highly recommended. -Modeling Madness, reviewed by Scott Van Aken, October 2010-- (10/01/2010) Overall, this is a very good overview of the development and operations of helicopter gunships. From the well-written text to the good selection of photographs, this is a great reference for the helicopter modeler. -Internet Modeler, reviewed by Chris Banyai-Riepl, November 2010-- (11/01/2010) The author presents impressive research into the weapons systems the helicopters carried. -Seapower, May 2011--Seapower (05/01/2011) Book mention.--Air Force Magazine (02/01/2011) Product mention.--Book News (02/01/2011)

In all, it is everything you have ever wanted to know about the subject all under one cover. Typical of Specialty Press' books, it is the best reference on the subject you can find and a well written read in and of itself. As such, it is highly recommended. -Modeling Madness, reviewed by Scott Van Aken, October 2010-- (10/01/2010) Overall, this is a very good overview of the development and operations of helicopter gunships. From the well-written text to the good selection of photographs, this is a great reference for the helicopter modeler. -Internet Modeler, reviewed by Chris Banyai-Riepl, November 2010-- (11/01/2010) I highly recommend this book; it's not some coffee table picture book, this is serious history and I think you'll enjoy the read. -VHPA Aviator, December 2010--VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Assoc.) (12/01/2010) Product mention.--Book News (02/01/2011) At 208 pages, the book is unsurpassed in its coverage of a heretofore sporadically covered topic. Where the book really shines is in its outstanding photographic coverage. -Vertflite, Winter 2010, reviewed by Ray Robb-- (12/01/2010) Book mention.--Air Force Magazine (02/01/2011) The author presents impressive research into the weapons systems the helicopters carried. -Seapower, May 2011--Seapower (05/01/2011)

Product mention.--Book News (02/01/2011) In all, it is everything you have ever wanted to know about the subject all under one cover. Typical of Specialty Press' books, it is the best reference on the subject you can find and a well written read in and of itself. As such, it is highly recommended. -Modeling Madness, reviewed by Scott Van Aken, October 2010-- (10/01/2010) Overall, this is a very good overview of the development and operations of helicopter gunships. From the well-written text to the good selection of photographs, this is a great reference for the helicopter modeler. -Internet Modeler, reviewed by Chris Banyai-Riepl, November 2010-- (11/01/2010) I highly recommend this book; it's not some coffee table picture book, this is serious history and I think you'll enjoy the read. -VHPA Aviator, December 2010--VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Assoc.) (12/01/2010) At 208 pages, the book is unsurpassed in its coverage of a heretofore sporadically covered topic. Where the book really shines is in its outstanding photographic coverage. -Vertflite, Winter 2010, reviewed by Ray Robb-- (12/01/2010) Book mention.--Air Force Magazine (02/01/2011) The author presents impressive research into the weapons systems the helicopters carried. -Seapower, May 2011--Seapower (05/01/2011)

In all, it is everything you have ever wanted to know about the subject all under one cover. Typical of Specialty Press' books, it is the best reference on the subject you can find and a well written read in and of itself. As such, it is highly recommended. -Modeling Madness, reviewed by Scott Van Aken, October 2010-- (10/01/2010) I highly recommend this book; it's not some coffee table picture book, this is serious history and I think you'll enjoy the read. -VHPA Aviator, December 2010--VHPA Aviator (Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Assoc.) (12/01/2010) At 208 pages, the book is unsurpassed in its coverage of a heretofore sporadically covered topic. Where the book really shines is in its outstanding photographic coverage. -Vertflite, Winter 2010, reviewed by Ray Robb-- (12/01/2010) The author presents impressive research into the weapons systems the helicopters carried. -Seapower, May 2011--Seapower (05/01/2011) Overall, this is a very good overview of the development and operations of helicopter gunships. From the well-written text to the good selection of photographs, this is a great reference for the helicopter modeler. -Internet Modeler, reviewed by Chris Banyai-Riepl, November 2010-- (11/01/2010) Product mention.--Book News (02/01/2011) Book mention.--Air Force Magazine (02/01/2011)

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Wayne Mutza has drawn from his many experiences and passion for writing to complete 21 books and a number of magazine articles. Mutza has written extensively on the air war in Vietnam. He also teaches writing courses and has served as a consultant for military aviation documentaries. He served with the U.S. Army as an airborne infantryman, helicopter crew chief, and instructor.

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