Nimrod Boys pb

Discover the captivating first-hand accounts of the Hawker Siddeley Nimrod in 'Nimrod Boys' by Tony Blackman. This compelling paperback book, sized at 156 x 256 mm and comprising 256 pages, presents a rich tapestry of stories from those who operated this iconic aircraft during the Cold War era. The Nimrod, renowned for its outstanding navigation and electronics systems, was pivotal for maritime operations, capable of executing rapid rescues and crucial missions. Dive into the book's engaging narratives detailing the Nimrod's distinguished involvement in significant historical events, including the Falklands Campaign and the First Gulf War, as well as contemporary challenges like anti-drug smuggling operations in the Caribbean. Readers will enjoy a multitude of perspectives, including unique insights from a female air electronic operator. 'Nimrod Boys' not only sheds light on military aviation but also offers a blend of dramatic, engaging, and humorous stories that will resonate with aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike. This book is an essential addition to the acclaimed Boys series, celebrating the legacy and achievements of the Nimrod in international military competitions and beyond. Don't miss this amazing recount of crew life and operational achievements; it's a must-read for anyone interested in aviation history and the development of maritime reconnaissance.

Author: Tony Blackman Publisher: Grub Street
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 156 x 256 mm
Pages: 256
Publication Date: 30-06-2021

Nimrod Boys is a complementary book to Nimrod Rise and Fall from acclaimed author Tony Blackman. It is a collection of over twenty first-hand accounts of operating the Hawker Siddeley Nimrod - an aircraft which served at the forefront of the Cold War. As the first jet-powered maritime aircraft, it could reach critical points for rescues or for operational requirements in rapid time. Its outstanding navigation and electronics systems also allowed the Nimrod to be a first-class machine in anti-submarine warfare. The book focuses on the Nimrod’s UK-based and worldwide operations. With detailed accounts of the Nimrod’s role during the Falklands Campaign and in later conflicts such as the First Gulf War to modern-day anti-drug smuggling operations in the Caribbean. There are also descriptions of the Nimrod’s achievements in the International Fincastle Competition - where RAF squadrons competed against counterparts from Australia, Canada and New Zealand. With a variety of perspectives on Nimrod crew life, including from a female air electronic operator, readers will find dramatic, engaging and occasionally humorous stories. One flight test observer also reflects on the cancelled Nimrod MR4 project. Nimrod Boys written by Tony Blackman with Joe Kennedy and with a foreword by AVM Andrew Roberts is more than worthy addition to the celebrated Boys series.