{"product_id":"books-air-forces-of-latin-america-argentina-by-santiago-rivas","title":"Air Forces of Latin America: Argentina","description":"Military aviation in Argentina has a long history and for many years it was the most powerful in Latin America, achieving worldwide fame in 1982 when it confronted British forces over the South Atlantic. Sadly, as a result of Argentina's more recent economic woes and a lack of political commitment over more three decades, it is now struggling to maintain its capabilities and replace old aircraft. Ironically, this situation makes for a varied and interesting aviation scene, with Argentine military aviation flying many classic types that are not easy to see in operation today with a military force, as well as some less-common indigenous aircraft. Illustrated with more than 140 photographs, this book shines a spotlight on the Argentine Air Force, Naval Aviation and Army Aviation, as well as the paramilitary forces of the Coast Guard, Gendarmerie and Presidential Flight. Author Santiago Rivas gives a fascinating insight into their histories, comprehensive details of their current organization, their missions and the aircraft they operate, and full 'orders of battle' for each air arm.","brand":"World of Books ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53672895709457,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/9781913870928.jpg?v=1781521754","url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/products\/books-air-forces-of-latin-america-argentina-by-santiago-rivas","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}