Focusing on groundbreaking aircraft designs, the book delves into radical attack aircraft developed in 1948 for the USS United States, a 65,000-ton supercarrier intended for strategic nuclear missions. It highlights proposals from renowned aerospace companies like Convair, Douglas, and Lockheed, showcasing a range of innovative concepts, including the unique Model 1186 series with its parasite aircraft. Recently declassified information provides an unprecedented look at these ambitious projects, revealing their significance in naval aviation history.
