Books matching: a 6 intruder aircraft
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Save:'Flight of the Intruder' by Stephen Coonts is a novel set during the Vietnam War, focusing on United States Navy aviators flying the A-6 Intruder aircraft. The book is praised for its realism, detailing the experiences of carrier pilots in Vietnam with outstanding authenticity. The narrative weaves in a believable love story amidst the action-packed missions, providing a unique insight into the life of a combat pilot during the war.
The protagonist, Jake Grafton, a carrier pilot in his 20s, is portrayed as a complex and interesting character, adding depth to the story beyond just aircraft controls and missions. The author, drawing from his own experience as an A-6 Intruder pilot, infuses the book with credibility and tension, making it a gripping and page-turning read that captures the essence of military life during the early 1970s.
Camparelli leaned forward in his chair, put his elbows on his knees, and looked into Grafton’s eyes. “I know you didn’t know how badly he was hit, but you could have smacked in while you were playing ...
