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Description:
1948-1950 Detailed visual history, tells the individual histories
and overall record of the Avia S-199 as Israel's first purpose-built
(and problematic) fighter aircraft. Covers the aircraft's origins in the
post-WWII Czech Republic, acquisition and transport to Israel, deployment
and actions/mishaps throughout the War of Independence, operations Yoav
and Horev and finally its retirement. Also includes a section on colors
and markings and survivor aircraft. Illustrated with 212 b/w photos and
34 color profiles; 96 pages.
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