A former Air Force pilot and aviation historian analyzes how the United States won air superiority in the Korean War with an aircraft that was initially inferior to its opponent. Drawing upon archival research as well as interviews with pilots, Werrell describes the Sabre's design and development, efforts to improve its performance, and the problem of "friendly" fire. He also reveals how numerous pilots (abetted by their leaders) violated restrictions and engaged and destroyed MiGs over China. Annotation ©2005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)