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Search - T-41 Mescalero: The Military Cessna 172.

T41 Mescalero The Military Cessna 172
Author: Walt Shiel, Jan Forsgren, Mike Little

"Walt Shiel, Jan Forsgren and Mike Little have covered the story of the T-41 Mescalero, and other military 172s, in a wide-reaching and exciting way that paves new ground for the pilot, the aviation buff, and the historian. This volume contains personal stories, vivid descriptions, and more than a little humor -- but it also provides s... more »pecifications and serials that have never previously been assembled in one place." --from the Foreword by Robert F. Dorr (author of Air Combat)

In 2006, the ubiquitous Cessna Model 172 Skyhawk turned 50, with a seldom-heralded military record almost as long. Now, for the first time, the Skyhawk's military history is revealed in all its depth and breadth, covering its use by the armed forces of 54 countries. Cessna delivered 867 T-41 Mescaleros (the military version of the 172) in four distinct models to countries around the world -- plus another 158 off-the-shelf 172s, with many still serving into the 21st century. T-41 Mescalero captures this extensive history in print, complete with stories and photographs from around the world.

The roster of countries whose armed force fly, or have flown, the 172 reads like a list of United Nations members -- from the US to Latin America's Venezuela, Africa's Angola to Asia's Vietnam, and Europe's Austria to the Middle East's United Arab Emirates. T-41s and military 172s have spanned the globe to provide outstanding and cost-effective service for almost five decades.

More Cessna 172s have been produced than any other aircraft model in history. Doubtless more pilots have had their initial aviation indoctrination in the Cessna 172 than in any other aircraft. Wth new 172s still rolling off the assembly lines, its remarkable story will continue. With many armed forces still operating 172s and T-41s, its military story is far from closed.

Filled with operational stories, little-known applications, and 194 photos (80% in full color), T-41 Mescalero explains how, why, and when this stalwart Cessna has fulfilled its varied military roles!

"This long-overdue tribute to the Cessna T-41 Mescalero is extraordinarily well done. Overlooked in the past, its true story is told by authors intimately familiar with its long, valiant and varied history. This book is a must for everyone who has every flown a Cessna -- or wished they had!" -Walter J. Boyne (author & historian)

ISBN-13: 9780974655338
ISBN-10: 0974655333
Publication Date: 11/1/2006
Pages: 216
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Publisher: Slipdown Mountain Publications
Book Type: Paperback
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History >> Military >> Aviation
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