Inside the cockpit and on the carrier deck--explore the technological evolution, engineering detail, and combat legacy of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler, the US Navy's premier fighter/attack and electronic warfare aircraft. From Cold War innovation to missions over the Middle East, this authoritative guide presents the full operational story of the Super Hornet and its electronic sibling, the EA-18G Growler. Discover how these aircraft reshaped naval aviation--blending advanced composites, "glass" cockpits, ECM warfare capabilities, and relentless carrier deployment. Ken Neubeck's clear, detailed narrative tracks every phase: concept and design, engineering upgrades, flight testing, and deployment aboard iconic vessels like the USS Nimitz and George H. W. Bush. Highlighting firsthand maintenance notes and vivid squadron histories, the book showcases not only the aircraft but also the crews who work around the clock to keep the Navy's mainstay--and legends like the Blue Angels--at peak readiness. Whether you're fascinated by air combat tactics, carrier operations, electronic warfare, or the artistry of squadron-based unit emblems, here you'll find comprehensive coverage alongside rare images and technical diagrams.

Enthusiasts of Naval Aviation Coffee Table Books and readers seeking a rich, fact-driven look at today's front-line fighter jets will be captivated. * Explore in-depth technical specs, performance data, and ordnance loadouts * See exclusive behind-the-scenes photos from factory floor to deployed carrier * Trace the modernization from legacy Hornet to Block III Super Hornet and beyond Every chapter propels you deeper into the high-stakes world of the US Navy's air combat force.