Hellfire - Macy, E

The true story of one man's determination to master the world's deadliest helicopter and of a split-second decision that changed the face of modern warfare. May 2006. Pilot Ed Macy arrives in Afghanistan with a contingent of the Apache AH Mk1. Its the first operational tour for the deadly machines and confidence in the cripplingly expensive attack helicopter is low. As he comes to grips with the Apache, his early career as a paratrooper stands him in good stead, as does his operational baptism as a pilot. Both shaped his ability to fly, fight and survive during that fateful first Afghanistan tour against a cunning and ruthless enemy.Ed will need every ounce of willpower and skill to succeed over the long, hot Helmand summer, as he and his colleagues find themselves on trial for their lives and for the reputation of a machine on which the British government has staked a fortune. The crucible of fire that awaited them would cement the fate of man and machine forever.

ISBNEAN: 9780007288199

Pages: 422

Hardcover with dust cover (covered in plastic)

Harper Press, 2009

Very Good Condition

Edition: 1

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