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Caractéristiques de l'objet
- État
- Release Year
- 2016
- ISBN
- 9781501116384
- Book Title
- Danger Close : My Epic Journey As a Combat Helicopter Pilot in Iraq and Afghanistan
- Item Length
- 9in
- Publisher
- Atria Books
- Publication Year
- 2016
- Format
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 1.1in
- Genre
- Biography & Autobiography, Technology & Engineering, Transportation, History
- Topic
- Women, Aviation / General, Personal Memoirs, Military / Afghan War (2001-), Military / United States, Military / Iraq War (2003-2011), Aeronautics & Astronautics, Military
- Item Width
- 6in
- Item Weight
- 16.4 Oz
- Number of Pages
- 288 Pages
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Product Information
The inspiring and riveting first-ever memoir of active combat by a female helicopter pilot in Iraq and Afghanistan. Amber Smith flew into enemy fire in some of the most dangerous combat zones in the world. One of only a few women to fly the Kiowa Warrior helicopter--whose mission, armed reconnaissance, required its pilots to stay low and fly fast, perilously close to the fight--Smith deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan as a member of the elite 2-17 Cavalry Regiment, part of the legendary 101st Airborne Division, the Screaming Eagles. She rose to Pilot-in-Command and Air Mission Commander in the premier Kiowa unit in the Army, repeatedly flying into harm's way during her 2005 and 2008 deployments. In Danger Close , Smith takes us into the heat of battle, enabling readers to feel, hear, and smell the experience of serving as a combat pilot in high-intensity warfare. This is an edge-of-the seat story of learning to perform under pressure and persevere under extreme duress--both in action against an implacable enemy and within the elite "boy's club" of Army aviation. Smith's unrelenting fight for both mastery and respect delivers universal life-lessons that will be useful to any civilian, from "earning your spurs" as a newbie to "embracing the suck" through setbacks that challenge your self-confidence to learning to trust your gut as a veteran of your profession. Intensely personal, cinematic, poignant, and inspiring, Danger Close is a war story on one hand, and also the story of a brave pilot who fought for and earned a lifetime membership in the ranks of the best of the best.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Atria Books
ISBN-10
150111638x
ISBN-13
9781501116384
eBay Product ID (ePID)
24038373165
Product Key Features
Book Title
Danger Close : My Epic Journey As a Combat Helicopter Pilot in Iraq and Afghanistan
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Women, Aviation / General, Personal Memoirs, Military / Afghan War (2001-), Military / United States, Military / Iraq War (2003-2011), Aeronautics & Astronautics, Military
Publication Year
2016
Genre
Biography & Autobiography, Technology & Engineering, Transportation, History
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Dimensions
Item Length
9in
Item Height
1.1in
Item Width
6in
Item Weight
16.4 Oz
Additional Product Features
Lc Classification Number
Ds79.766.S625a3 2016
Reviews
Danger Close is a riveting and intensely personal account of a woman who spent nearly a third of her life at war. Amber Smith goes beyond detailing the experience of women in the military and takes the reader into the cockpit with her to explore the vivid and harrowing world of being a combat helicopter pilot. Amber is one hell of a Soldier and an American hero on every level., A unique viewpoint of combat helicopter operations, and as a female pilot, Smith offers a valuable perspective., "An epic memoir... What really makes Danger Close remarkable has less to do with the fact that it was written by a woman, and more to do with the fact that it's the first major post-9/11 war memoir written by a Kiowa pilot. Smith flew hundreds of combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan... The Kiowa was the most-used aircraft in the Global War on Terror. Dozens of Kiowa pilots never made it back home alive. Their story is an indispensable thread in the narrative of those conflicts." , The captivating story of one woman's fight to serve her country in the direct line of danger. Amber Smith shows readers the true meaning of patriotism and how to survive under extreme pressure. This book will keep you on the edge of your seat and you won't want to put it down., Covers each mission with edge-of-your-seat detail and a coolness that demonstrates how she gained the respect of fellow pilots and soldiers on the ground... A rare outlook in a field of wartime memoirs, Smith's account is a must-read., An epic memoir... What really makes Danger Close remarkable has less to do with the fact that it was written by a woman, and more to do with the fact that it's the first major post-9/11 war memoir written by a Kiowa pilot. Smith flew hundreds of combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan... The Kiowa was the most-used aircraft in the Global War on Terror. Dozens of Kiowa pilots never made it back home alive. Their story is an indispensable thread in the narrative of those conflicts., While the debate goes on about the role of women in combat, Amber Smith's Danger Close reminds us that pilots are pilots and the American warrior ethos is alive and well, regardless of what restroom you use. When my squad was under fire in Iraq, the buzz of Kiowa rotors was our lifeline. The simple truth is that many children have fathers today because of the daring close support of Amber Smith and her elite colleagues. I am proud to be a part of an Army that produces pilots like Amber, who are unapologetic about the pure fury they unleash on a deserving enemy., Danger Close is a fantastic view into the world of combat helicopter pilots as seen through the eyes of a successful and proven US Army female combat helicopter pilot. It is an exciting ride through training and combat operations in both Iraq and Afghanistan. I laughed at the antics only found in military training and operations and cried at the anguish experienced through combat loss. As a combat veteran of both Iraq and Afghanistan, I and my team called in airstrikes from pilots across all services, including from some amazing women pilots. Amber Smith proves she is one of these pilots and that she has what it takes as an American warrior. Danger Close gives tremendous insight into the sacrifice our American men and women make every day for Freedom across the globe. Most importantly, Amber sets the example for all young women who aspire to serve our nation's armed forces and I encourage any young woman looking to join the military to read this book., Extremely interesting and readable... Hard to put down at times, considering the unique and extraordinary perspective of an American female combat aviator... This country owes many thanks to her for her service., A unique viewpoint of combat helicopter operations,and as a female pilot, Smith offers a valuable perspective., Danger Close is absolutely fantastic. This is one of the most exciting and inspirational books I have read in years! Men and women alike will love this incredible tale of heroism, humility, and high-octane feats of bravery. Danger Close is the real deal!, A unique viewpoint of combat helicopter operations, and as a female pilot, Smith offers a valuable perspective.
Copyright Date
2016
Lccn
2016-021638
Intended Audience
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