The Grumman J2F Duck formed the backbone of America’s over water utility squadrons from 1934 until beyond WWII, setting various aviation records during this service. A single-engine amphibious aircraft (also produced by Columbia Aircraft), the Duck saw service with the US Navy, Marine Corps, Army Air Force, and Coast Guard in a variety of roles including, reconnaissance, air-sea rescue, scouting/observation, and more. This hardcover volume is profusely illustrated with scarce archival photographs from diverse collections, including previously unpublished images. Part of the Legends of Warfare series. List price: $19.99

ISBN: 9780764354489

Size: 9″ x 9″ | 230 color and b/w photos | 112 pp

By David Doyle