Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet: Illustrated History Books & Guides

Jagdgeschwader 400 : Germany's Elite Rocket Fighters (Osprey)

The Jagdgeschwader 400 group was formed for the sole purpose of flying one of the world's most revolutionary aircraft, the rocket-powered Me 163.
Although the Me 163 scored relatively few kills, with a success rate much lower than the Me 262, it still had a massive psychological impact upon the Allies, and the technology and experiences gained in the Me 163 went on to influence the jet fighters of modern times.

The introduction of jet-powered aircraft demanded massive changes in training, equipment, servicing and tactics, all of which are described and examined in this essential analysis of the story of the Me 163 in frontline service with Erprobungskommando 16 and Jagdgeschwader 400.

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Jagdgeschwader 7 - The World's First Jet Fighter Unit 1944/1945

Formed in August 1944, Jagdgeschwader 7 was equipped with the revolutionary Me 262 jet fighter, which was faster than any aircraft in existence at the time. This unit experienced all of the highs and lows associated with the introduction of such a radically new design.
Thus the history of JG 7 is also the story of the Me 262, and inspired design which broke new ground in many areas of technology, and for which there was simply not enough time for thorough development. The pilots of JG 7 frequently had to make do with improvisation and faced a numerically far superior enemy in an aircraft which was technically immature.

Manfred Boehme has collected many documentary sources including first hand accounts, technical records and photo archives - many of the 150 photos are published here for the first time.

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Me 163 - Raketenjäger - Entwicklung, Technik, Einsatz

This volume presents the most comprehensive and up-to-date work on the legendary rocket plane, the Me 163. First flown in 1941, it was the world's first aircraft to exceed 1000 km/h. The Me 163 was developed to target enemy bomber formations. The knowledge gained during its development and use significantly influenced later aviation advancements.
Featuring hundreds of contemporary photographs and specially created graphics, this book is the definitive reference on the Messerschmitt Me 163, offering a level of detail never seen before.

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