Blue Angels

Since 1946, the world-famous US Navy Blue Angels flying-demonstration team has performed in airshows in the United States and around the world. This book details the origins of the team when created by the US Navy, as well as describing the different models of aircraft that the team has flown during its seventy-year history. The team's aircraft history goes from the propeller-driven F6F-5 Hellcat and F8F Bearcat, through the jet-powered F9F-8 Cougar, F11F-1 Tiger, F-4 Phantom, and A-4 Skyhawk, to the present-day F/A-18 Hornet, mirroring the development of US aircraft during this time. The book also presents graphic and photographic descriptions of some of the team's signature maneuvers that are performed during a Blue Angels airshow, in stunning imagery. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.

Traces the history of the Navy's elite pilot group, and discusses their aircraft and the types of manuevers they perform at air shows.

Donnie L Cochran himself calls his story unbelievable. As he remarks in his new self-help guide, Glad to Be Here, he was the last person in the world to believe that a little kid from rural southwest Georgia, a struggling student, could grow up to be a member of the famous Blue Angels. But he did it. Cochran attributes his success to the ACE system-attitude, character, and enthusiasm-which he details in this interactive handbook, offering worksheets and questions to help readers understand their hopes, goals, and values. Always stressing positive engagement and actions, Cochran presents nine solid strategies, gleaned from his own personal experience, for overcoming obstacles and gaining the right mentality for success. Colorful examples from the military show everyone, leaders, team members, and individuals alike, how to achieve both small and large goals with perseverance and determination. Words of wisdom from a variety of sources accompany the step-by-step guide, providing inspirational lessons and advice. Cochran got to live his ultimate dream as a member of the Blue Angels. Are you living your dream? Glad to Be Here will help you get on the right track!

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, better known as the Blue Angel, is one of the most ic onic and respected aerobatics teams in the world. For years, photographer Laura Bogan has been chronicling the Blues as they return to Pensacola, the team's beautiful seaside home on Florida's Gulf Coast. Through moments both triumphant and poignant, Bogan has captured stunning scenes that, until now, have only been enjoyed by those lucky enough to be there. This is Homecomings. Officially licensed by the Department of the Navy"

Describes the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels, their history, aircraft, maneuvers, and team members.

In Being a Blue Angel, children will meet these heroes in Blue, see what they do and how they live, be inspired by them, and learn how they could one day find themselves Being a Blue Angel. Updated with 2017-2018 team members and other changes. The author worked directly with the Blue Angels and flew with the team as a VIP guest.

The Blue Angels were established in 1946 by Admiral Chester W. Nimitz to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country through flight demonstrations and community outreach. The Navy's Flight Demonstration Team, with its six gleaming blue-and-gold F/A-18 Hornets, never fails to thrill the crowds. Flying from heights of over 15,000 feet and dropping as low as 50 feet, the shows are nonstop, high-energy, heart-stopping excitement. The Blue Angels pilots and flight crew visit 50,000 people a year in schools, hospitals, and other community events, in addition to performing for those who attend their air shows.

Lucky McGuire is a spirited Navy jet with big dreams. Lucky loves to fly and be with his friends. Lucky dreams of becoming a Blue Angel but doesn't know where his next adventure will take him. Will it be flying in the skies with his buddies or will he be sent to the dreaded aircraft storage yard in the desert? Find out what is in store for Lucky as he chases his dreams!