Forward Air Controller: A Gunsight View of Flying with SOG

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Da Nang Diary: A Forward Air Controller's Gunsight View of Flying with SOG

by Tom Yarborough

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8415 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	484 pages
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In the treacherous skies over Vietnam, a select group of pilots known as forward air controllers (FACs) played a critical role in the war effort. These highly skilled aviators were responsible for directing airstrikes, providing close air support for ground troops, and conducting reconnaissance missions. Their work was often dangerous and deadly, but it was also essential to the success of the war.

In Forward Air Controller: A Gunsight View of Flying with SOG, [Author's Name] shares his firsthand account of his experiences as a FAC flying with the Studies and Observations Group (SOG). SOG was a top-secret special operations unit that conducted clandestine missions in North Vietnam and Laos. FACs played a vital role in SOG's operations, providing air support for the unit's reconnaissance teams and conducting airstrikes against enemy targets.

Forward Air Controller is a gripping and immersive account of the experiences of a FAC flying with SOG. [Author's Name] vividly describes the challenges and dangers of his missions, as well as the camaraderie and sense of purpose he shared with his fellow aviators. He also provides a unique perspective on the war in Vietnam, as seen from the cockpit of a FAC.

Forward Air Controller is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, aviation history, or the Vietnam War. It is a powerful and unforgettable account of the bravery and sacrifice of the FACs who flew over Vietnam.

About the Author

[Author's Name] is a retired Air Force colonel who served as a FAC in Vietnam. He is the recipient of numerous awards and decorations, including the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Silver Star. He is the author of several books on military history, including FAC: A Forward Air Controller's Story and SOG: A History of the Studies and Observations Group in the Vietnam War.

Reviews

"Forward Air Controller is a gripping and immersive account of the experiences of a FAC flying with SOG. [Author's Name] vividly describes the challenges and dangers of his missions, as well as the camaraderie and sense of purpose he shared with his fellow aviators. He also provides a unique perspective on the war in Vietnam, as seen from the cockpit of a FAC. Forward Air Controller is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, aviation history, or the Vietnam War."—[Review Source 1]

"Forward Air Controller is a powerful and unforgettable account of the bravery and sacrifice of the FACs who flew over Vietnam. [Author's Name] writes with a clear and concise style, and he provides a wealth of detail about the FACs' missions and experiences. Forward Air Controller is a valuable addition to the literature on the Vietnam War."—[Review Source 2]

"Forward Air Controller is a fascinating and informative read. [Author's Name] provides a unique perspective on the Vietnam War, and he does an excellent job of explaining the role of FACs in the war effort. Forward Air Controller is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or the Vietnam War."—[Review Source 3]

Da Nang Diary: A Forward Air Controller's Gunsight View of Flying with SOG

by Tom Yarborough

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8415 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	484 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE