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Apache
- Narrated by: Sam Hazeldine
- Length: 6 hrs and 3 mins
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Summary
When Ed Macy's career in the Paras was cut short by a brutal accident, he thought he'd never fight again. But joining the Army Air Corps gave him the chance to return to the front line. And when the army launched its attack helicopter programme, Ed was the first to sign up.
The Westland Apache AH Mk 1 is the deadliest, most technically advanced helicopter in the world - and only the top two per cent of pilots even make it through the training.
In 2007, Ed's Apache squadron was dispatched to Helmand, Afghanistan. Their mission: to protect the men on the ground. So when a marine goes missing in action during an attack on a Taliban stronghold, Ed and his team know they are the Army's only hope of getting him out ....
This edition includes an exclusive Q & A with the author.
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- Robyn
- 07-07-11
It's more about the lifestyle than the big battle
if you're into your technical specs & military jargon, then this book's for you. If you don't have a good knowledge of this sort of thing, then unless you want to learn, stear clear!
I got a little bored with the first hour of the story being all about the specs of the Apache. It took a long time to get to the big battle story for which the author received his MC. This book does give a good insight into the lifestyle and horrors these pilots face regularly (and indeed the other fighting forces) while they are in Afghanistan.....
It's a remarkable true story, and from the relative comfort, peace and safety of your own home, is a worthwhile listen.
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- Alcyoneus
- 14-07-09
Absolutely Fantastic
This is a great book that i would recommend without hesitation.
The action is fast paced and the information is descriptive.
I am ashamed to admit it, but I often found myself sat on the driveway, unable to leave the car, transfixed to the story.
The only criticism I have as a member of the Armed Forces is that the Narrator sometimes 'reads' an abbreviation rather than sounding out the acronym. This will bring a smirk to the faces of some, but does not detract from the story one ounce.
DOWNLOAD IT TODAY!!! You wont be disappointed
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- Simon
- 13-01-09
Apache
WOW! Simply un-put-downable. A fantastic testement to the heroes that are in the combat zone and brilliantly written. The Author has a way with words and truly a man I would happily share a pint or two with, I have the upmost respect and admiration for them all
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- Amazon Customer
- 01-11-23
Great story and full of action if a bit short
A great story well told.
More info on the Apache may have been welcomed but the book is really centred around the "Jug Fort" action and the slightly strange, heroic yet slightly futile rescue.
Quite intresting all the politics that seem to be endemic in the realtionship between the Government and armed forces and the apparent lack of resources experienced.
Good book though, a bit short but well worth a credit.
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- Rob PJ
- 21-08-23
The Sky's no limit
There is no greater feeling than to be at the controls of a helicopter.
For Shoobridge, Green and Essery.
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- sean mc closkey
- 14-07-23
Fantastic and real insight
Fantastic book well done Ed Macy, gives us a real life account of a pilot
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- Dave Surtees
- 22-05-23
Breath takingly brilliant
Trying to find a good helicopter book is hard, this is tje best I've found, full of action and attention to detail is very good.
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- Rai Hirst
- 18-03-23
What a machine!
Brilliantly written and read. As a fan of the Apache aircraft, I was drawn to this audio book and I was not disappointed!
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- Robert Owbridge
- 17-08-22
A real insight
A good and honest true story about a remarkable crew using a complex machine.
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- george applegate jnr
- 19-01-22
best British book on the ah64d
amazing to hear the story's of British army pilots experiences in Afghanistan. nice to hear an unhyped book , just the raw facts, unlike American stories.
one of the best military books I've heard
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