Japanese Army Air Force Aces 1937-45: Aircraft of the Aces 13

During the Second World War, the Japanese Army Air Force (JAAF) produced some of the most skilled and courageous fighter pilots in the world. These aces flew a variety of aircraft, from the agile A6M Zero to the powerful Ki-84 Hayate. In this article, we will take a look at some of the most famous JAAF aces and the aircraft they flew.

Japanese Army Air Force Aces 1937–45 (Aircraft of the Aces Book 13)

by Henry Sakaida

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Saburō Sakai

Saburō Sakai was one of the most successful JAAF aces of the war, with 64 confirmed kills. He flew a variety of aircraft during his career, including the A6M Zero, Ki-43 Hayabusa, and Ki-84 Hayate. Sakai was known for his aggressive flying style and his ability to outmaneuver his opponents.

Hiroyoshi Nishizawa

Hiroyoshi Nishizawa was another top-scoring JAAF ace, with 87 confirmed kills. He flew the A6M Zero throughout his career and was known for his deadly accuracy. Nishizawa was also a skilled tactician and was able to lead his squadron to victory on numerous occasions.

Teruo Okabe

Teruo Okabe was a JAAF ace with 51 confirmed kills. He flew the A6M Zero and Ki-84 Hayate during his career and was known for his aggressive flying style. Okabe was also a skilled marksman and was able to shoot down enemy aircraft from long distances.

Tetsuzo Iwamoto

Tetsuzo Iwamoto was a JAAF ace with 40 confirmed kills. He flew the A6M Zero and Ki-84 Hayate during his career and was known for his ability to outmaneuver his opponents. Iwamoto was also a skilled tactician and was able to lead his squadron to victory on numerous occasions.

Takashi Murakami

Takashi Murakami was a JAAF ace with 31 confirmed kills. He flew the A6M Zero and Ki-84 Hayate during his career and was known for his aggressive flying style. Murakami was also a skilled marksman and was able to shoot down enemy aircraft from long distances.

The Japanese Army Air Force aces of the Second World War were some of the most skilled and courageous fighter pilots in the world. They flew a variety of aircraft, from the agile A6M Zero to the powerful Ki-84 Hayate. These aces played a major role in the JAAF's success during the war and their stories continue to inspire people today.

Japanese Army Air Force Aces 1937–45 (Aircraft of the Aces Book 13)

by Henry Sakaida

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	11509 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	205 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

FREE