China's Fighter for the World Volumes 1-2

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China's Fighter for the World: The F-7 Story – Volumes 1–2

Tracing the remarkable evolution of China's most successful combat aircraft export, China's Fighter for the World provides the definitive history of the F-7 fighter and its development from the Soviet MiG-21. From the People's Republic of China's fledgling aviation industry to the aircraft's worldwide service, this two-volume set offers a comprehensive study of one of the most widely exported jet fighters of the Cold War era.

Volume 1 explores the origins and development of the F-7, examining the changing relationship between China and the Soviet Union, the growth of China's domestic aircraft industry, and the evolution of the J-7, F-7, and FT-7 variants. Richly illustrated with over 120 full-colour photographs, detailed cockpit images, and 21 specially commissioned colour profiles, it charts the technological advances that transformed the aircraft into a successful export fighter.

Volume 2 follows the F-7's operational and commercial success around the world, documenting its service with air forces across four continents. Covering procurement, operational history, deployments, and losses for each user nation, it also includes detailed appendices on the aircraft's production history, manufacturing plants, and construction numbers. Like the first volume, it is illustrated with more than 120 full-colour photographs and 21 specially commissioned colour profile artworks.

Together, these two volumes provide the most comprehensive account of the F-7's development, production, and global service, making them an essential reference for aviation historians, military enthusiasts, and students of Cold War air power.