"I enjoyed this book as it examines the man as well as the technology. The author has immersed himself in his subject and the result is a most interesting and valuable study." Read the full review [link=https://flyinginireland.com/2025/01/book-review-sir-frank-whittle/]here[/link]
Flying in Ireland

"In the early 1950s it was not unusual to see the high altitude contrails of USAF B-36s over England. 385 were built and, commonly dubbed "Six Turning, Four Burning" thanks to its six piston and four jet engines. The development of the B-36 is fully described and there is considerable coverage of the political issues including competition from the Northrop flying wing. We see the B-36 into services with SAC, and we well remember al those contrails over Britain in the 1950s as the B-36s flew over. This is a readable history..."
Aviation World - Spring 2025

"Colin's book is an excellent collection of individual stories, and histories of the club's they qualified for, and I highly recommend it..."
Goldfish Club Newsletter - Winter 2024

First published in 1944 this very welcome reprint is an astonishing story of indomitable spirit overcoming adversity. A pre-war pilot on the outbreak of WW2 William Simpson was serving with the Fairey Battle-equipped 12 Squadron and flew to France as part of the Advanced Air Striking Force. When the German assault against France and the Low Countries opened with unparallelled ferocity on 10 May 1940 Simpson led four Battles of B Flight to attack a column in Luxembourg. They successfully bombed in the face of heavy fire and only one aircraft returned. Simpson had to crash land his aircraft that burst into flames being dragged clear by his gallant crew but was desperately burned. Treated for his injuries in several French hospitals, he was repatriated in 1941 and came under the care of the remarkable Archibald McIndoe who slowly rebuilt his destroyed face and hands. The story of this courageous member if the Guinea Pig Club is movingly told with humour, humility and great humanity. An aviation.. Read more
Andrew Thomas - Author and Historian

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars I grew up watching The Dambusters and hearing about Guy Gibson. However this book reveals more insights about his life and the manner of his death. The book has been well researched and for me raised more questions about the man than answers- it's a very interesting read.
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