Educated at Auchinleck Academy in Ayrshire, Chris Gibson read Geology and Mineralogy at University of Aberdeen, graduating with Honours in 1984. Chris has worked in the oil exploration industry since 1985. In 1978, his interest in aircraft took Chris into the Royal Observer Corps where he represented his Group, Area and country in aircraft recognition competitions between 1980 and 1991. On the standing down of the ROC in 1991, Chris began researching historical aviation and has written several books on unbuilt projects — particularly guided weapons — airborne early warning, and military helicopters. An Affiliate Member of the Royal Aeronautical Society and member of the RAF Historical Society, Chris lives in the North East of England.