MiGs at Area 51

In this gripping narrative, delve into the covert operations of the CIA, DIA, and US Armed Forces at Area 51. Discover the groundbreaking MiG-21 Project HAVE DOUGHNUT and MiG-17 Projects HAVE DRILL/FERRY. These pivotal programs not only transformed aerial combat but also birthed the Navy's Top Gun Weapons School and the US Air Force's Red Flag exercises. As the ultra-secret A-12 reconnaissance planes were being stored away at the Area 51 flight testing facility in Nevada, the DIA, US Air Force, Navy, and numerous intelligence agencies descended upon the base for Project HAVE DOUGHNUT. During this time, a Soviet MiG-21 became the focus of their attention, followed by two MiG-17s in Projects HAVE DRILL and HAVE FERRY. This began the CIA's partnership with its customers at Area 51, establishing a legacy of exploitation that would redefine the facility. "The MiGs at Area 51" provides an insider's account of the small group of CIA personnel and contract specialists who brought their technological tradecraft to support a wide range of customers at Area 51. From the Defense Intelligence Agency, US Air Force, and the US Navy to other intelligence agencies and corporate entities, their expertise played a pivotal role in shaping the future of aerial warfare. The revelations in this declassified book shed light on the covert operations and groundbreaking initiatives that emerged from this collaboration. Discover how the events chronicled in this book inspired the creation of prestigious training programs that are renowned today. Learn about the Navy's TOP GUN Fighter Weapons School, where the finest pilots are transformed into aerial warriors. Uncover the origins of the USAF Weapons School, a crucible of tactical excellence. And delve into the intense Red Flag Exercises, where pilots face realistic combat scenarios. These endeavors trace their roots back to the remarkable achievements detailed in "The MiGs at Area 51." Prepare to be enthralled by the stories of secrecy, innovation, and triumph as you accompany the unsung heroes of the CIA on their mission to reverse the staggering 9-to-1 aerial losses that plagued the United States during the Vietnam War and beyond. "MiGs at Area 51" is a gripping testament to the extraordinary individuals who operated in the shadows, leveraging their expertise and technology to give their country the upper hand. Immerse yourself in the fascinating accounts, clandestine operations, and groundbreaking advancements that forever altered the course of aerial warfare. "The MiGa at Area 51" is an exhilarating exploration of the CIA's pivotal role in Area 51 and their enduring impact on the world of aviation.