Flight Testing to Win

Exploring the journey from novice pilot to influential figure in aviation regulation, this book delves into the inherent risks of flying and the evolution of safety standards. It recounts thrilling experiences, including flights with Howard Hughes and testing iconic V Bombers, highlighting the balance between risk and safety in aviation. Illustrated throughout, it reflects on the dramatic changes in the field over a lifetime, contrasting the complexities of modern aviation with a simpler past, and underscores the necessity of managing acceptable risk in flight operations.