The history and design of more than 30 combat helicopters are thoroughly detailed in this authoritative reference. Drawing from contributors, including industry leaders Boeing, Bell Helicopter, the U.S. Air Force, and Japan's Ministry of Defense, this book discusses how helicopters have changed from the mid-1940s to today. Overall costs, maximum external load, engine performance, ferry range, hover ceilings, and numerous other technical specifications are discussed for each combat craft, including the AH-1 Super Cobra, Apache Combat Helicopter, Sea Knight, and V-22 Osprey.
