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- ISBN 9781846039751
- Weight: 440g
- Dimensions: 184 x 246mm
- Publication Date: 20 Nov 2010
- Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
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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.
Stephen Ransom studied aeronautical engineering at the University of Salford. He authored - among others - the definitive, two-volume study of the Messerschmitt Me 163, Me 163 Rocket Interceptor, (Classic Publications, 2002 and 2003.)
Hans-Hermann Cammann was a serving officer in the Bundeswehr and was appointed 'archivist' for Jagdgeschwader 400 after developing a friendship with Wolfgang Späte, its former Geschwaderkommodore.
