The US Air Power series is the definitive illustrated guide to recent American dominance in the skies. Covering the planes and crews of the USAF as well as Naval, marine and Army wings, these books cover the period from the first Gulf War in 1991 through to the present day in which American pilots have prevailed in all combat situations. The series covers all the major conflicts in which the US has been involved recently including both Gulf Wars, the Balkans and Afghanistan. Includes the F-117 Stealthy Nighthawk, the A-10 tankbusting Thunderbolt II and the vertical lift AV-8B Harrier. Also illustrated are laser-guided bombs, anti-ship missiles, satellite-guided bombs and various close air-support weapons.