Normann Copenhagen Michael Mil Mi-24 Attack Helicopter: In Soviet / Russian and Worldwide Service 1972 to the Present

A detailed technical and operational history of a deadly and long-serving Soviet/Russian gunship and attack helicopter.<br/> <br/> <p>The Mil Mi-24 Soviet/Russian gunship and attack helicopter has been in continuous combat service since its first appearance in the early 1970s. </p> <ul> <li>The Mil Mi-24’s impressive performance, ability to transport fully armed troops, and imposing armament soon earned the Mi-24 the nickname “Crocodile” and have made the big helicopter an opponent that is still feared to this day. </li> <li>The Mi-24’s technical, developmental, and operational details, as well as upgrades and variants, all are discussed here. </li> <li>Included are discussions of all versions, armament, radio, radar warning and navigational equipment, and defense systems. </li> <li>Tactics and operations are also presented, with special emphasis on the Mi-24’s service in Afghanistan from 1979 to 1989. </li> <li>Worldwide use by over 30 countries includes the air forces of Angola, Brazil, Cuba, India, Iraq, North Korea, Syria, Vietnam, Yemen, and others. </li> </ul> <p>Author Michael Normann performed his military service in an East German helicopter unit and is an expert on the Mi-24.</p>