Argentina's military aviation scene is varied and interesting. With more than 140 photos, this book shines a spotlight on the Argentine Air Force, Naval and Army Aviation, as well as the paramilitary forces. It gives insight into their histories, details on current organization, missions and aircraft, and full 'orders of battle' for each air arm.

Rivas, Santiago

Key Publishing Ltd

KEY PUB GROUP

Key Books

Casemate Publishers & Book Distributors, LLC, Havertown, 2020

Air forces of Latin America, Stamford, 2022

United Kingdom and Ireland, United Kingdom

Air forces series, 1, Stamford, 2021

Military aviation in Argentina has a long history and for many years it was the most powerful in Latin America, achieving worldwide fame in 1982 when it confronted British forces over the South Atlantic. Sadly, as a result of Argentina's more recent economic woes and a lack of political commitment over more three decades, it is now struggling to maintain its capabilities and replace old aircraft. Ironically, this situation makes for a varied and interesting aviation scene, with Argentine military aviation flying many classic types that are not easy to see in operation today with a military force, as well as some less-common indigenous aircraft. Illustrated with more than 140 photographs, this book shines a spotlight on the Argentine Air Force, Naval Aviation and Army Aviation, as well as the paramilitary forces of the Coast Guard, Gendarmerie and Presidential Flight. Author Santiago Rivas gives a fascinating insight into their histories, comprehensive details of their current organization, their missions and the aircraft they operate, and full ‘orders of battle'for each air arm.

"Argentina s military aviation scene is varied and interesting, with Argentina s military forces flying many classic types that are not often seen in military operation today, as well as some less-common indigenous aircraft. Illustrated with more than 140 photographs, this book shines a spotlight on the Argentine Air Force, Naval Aviation and Army Aviation, as well as the paramilitary forces of the Coast Guard, Gendarmerie and Presidential Flight. Author Santiago Rivas gives a fascinating insight into their histories, comprehensive details of their current organisation, their missions and the aircraft they operate, and full orders of battle for each air arm."

2022-09-22