The Vought F-8 Crusader is perhaps best remembered for having many nicknames. Thanks to its supersonic speed and how it could safely takeoff even with its wings folded, pilots liked calling it "the ...

The Vought F-8 Crusader was developed to meet demanding carrier fighter requirements while achieving supersonic speed. Its ...

Summary and Key Points: The F-8 Crusader, developed by Vought in response to 1952 U.S. Navy requirements, was a groundbreaking fighter jet that first flew in 1955. It featured a unique high-mounted, ...

The Crusader’s sleek, aerodynamic design and robust performance earned it the nickname “MiG Master” during the Vietnam War, as it proved highly effective against enemy aircraft. Known as the “Last of ...

This book covers the actions fought between two of the best known fighters of the Vietnam War, in action over the North during the early years of the conflict. Revered by Naval Aviators as the "last ...