Discover the incredible B-36 Peacemaker - SAC's "Big Stick" - and the first true intercontinental bomber capable of carrying heavier bombloads higher and farther unrefueled than any other aircraft. This book is a concise history, and enduring reference source, written by a former SAC Warrior and Air Force veteran. Features include the complete aircraft lineage, aircraft basing, aircraft specifications, a complete tail number listing, and more!"Great book! Has become my go to quick reference guide. Does a good job in laying out detailed comparisons between models as the '36 evolved. Great read... highly recommend!" - A Reader The B-36 was the mainstay of United States nuclear deterrence policy during the early years of the Cold War. As the only aircraft able to carry the 21-ton Mk 17 thermonuclear weapon, the B-36 seemed purpose-built for the role. But it was simply in the right place at the right time. Its design started even before the United States entered World War II, long before the Cold War was imagined, and well before the advent of an air-droppable nuclear bomb. The B-36 was the first true intercontinental bomber, capable of remaining aloft for over 51 hours without refueling, and the first to carry a 10,000-pound bombload over 10,000 miles. It was the largest piston engine bomber ever built and, at 230 feet, still holds the record for the longest wingspan of any American combat aircraft. "... this publication is a super quick and complete reference to the B-36! History of development, evolution of model changes, deployments, atomic testing history... the list goes on. This book has become a welcome addition to my aviation library." - A Reader "Will make an excellent addition to my library!! Very pleased with book. Text and photographs were excellent. IS one of my favorite aircraft!! Excellent coverage of its career!!" - A Reader If you love great planes, you'll love this book!