Reproducing the text of an unpublished report held in the National Archives at Kew (File AIR 41/11), a detailed history of the evolution, organization and operations of the Royal Observer Corps (ROC) and in particular the key role it played in identifying and tracking approaching German enemy aircraft during the Second World War. The book complements the earlier ROC histories by T. E. Winslow Forewarned is Forearmed (William Hodge and Company Limited. 1948) and Derek Wood Attack Warning Red (Macdonald and Jane's Publishers Limited. 1976).
Royal Aeronautical Society
Reproducing the text of an unpublished report held in the National Archives at Kew (File AIR 41/11), a detailed history of the evolution, organization and operations of the Royal Observer Corps (ROC) and in particular the key role it played in identifying and tracking approaching German enemy aircraft during the Second World War. The book complements the earlier ROC histories by T. E. Winslow Forewarned is Forearmed (William Hodge and Company Limited. 1948) and Derek Wood Attack Warning Red (Macdonald and Jane's Publishers Limited. 1976).
Royal Aeronautical Society
A fascinating book on a subject which is often overlooked. Reading about the actual gear the pilots wore during the Battle of Britain, coupled with many superb illustrations gives the reader a feel of those times. History in print.
Michael J. Patrick, author
A fascinating book on a subject which is often overlooked. Reading about the actual gear the pilots wore during the Battle of Britain, coupled with many superb illustrations gives the reader a feel of those times. History in print.
Michael J. Patrick, author
As promoted in 'Community Life' feature
The Hunts Post, February 21st 2018
As promoted in 'Community Life' feature
The Hunts Post, February 21st 2018
This book is a treasure-trove of information about a service which most aircrew took for granted, but which supplied a life-saving back-up in times of distress. The depth of historical detail is surprising and covers the Air Sea Rescue Service Marine Branch from its inception up to its disbandment on 31st March 1986 when it was replaced by a mixture of helicopters, the RNLI, Royal Navy Ships and civilian vessels. It is a very readable book that should have a place on every aviation-lover's bookshelves.
Intercom Winter
This book is a treasure-trove of information about a service which most aircrew took for granted, but which supplied a life-saving back-up in times of distress. The depth of historical detail is surprising and covers the Air Sea Rescue Service Marine Branch from its inception up to its disbandment on 31st March 1986 when it was replaced by a mixture of helicopters, the RNLI, Royal Navy Ships and civilian vessels. It is a very readable book that should have a place on every aviation-lover's bookshelves.
Intercom Winter
The author served for nearly 40 years in the RAF as a navigator on Buccaneer and Tornado aircraft. A fascinating story supported by two photo-plate sections including some fine full colour photographs. – highly recommended.
Read the complete review [link=http://reviews.firetrench.com/adventures-of-a-cold-war-fast-jet-navigator-the-buccaneer-years/#more-4708]here.[/link]
Firetrench
The author served for nearly 40 years in the RAF as a navigator on Buccaneer and Tornado aircraft. A fascinating story supported by two photo-plate sections including some fine full colour photographs. – highly recommended.
Read the complete review [link=http://reviews.firetrench.com/adventures-of-a-cold-war-fast-jet-navigator-the-buccaneer-years/#more-4708]here.[/link]
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On Spartan Wings
Rarely has an air force gone into combat as poorly prepared and outgunned as the Royal Hellenic Air Force had to when Mussolini’s Italy dragged Greece into war on 28 October 1940. Without warning, as Italian forces poured over the frontier from Albania, the RHAF’s paltry effective lineup of 128 battleworthy aircraft, most of them obsolete, were… Read more...
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Lifeline in Helmand: RAF Front-Line Air Supply in Afghanistan
Lifeline in Helmand tells the story of the Royal Air Force tactical transport force operating in one of the most dangerous regions in the Afghanistan campaign – Helmand province. The Chinook helicopters of 1310 Flight fly heavy-lift and trooping missions to remote Forward Operating Bases and in direct support of Deliberate Ground Operations. They… Read more...
