About the Author

Ken Delve joined the Royal Air Force as a Navigator and in a 20-year flying career served with a number of operational squadrons (Canberra and Tornado), as well as spending time as an instructor. His interest in aviation history was stimulated by his role as a squadron and station historian, a 'secondary duty' during most of his postings, and this led to an involvement in researching and writing articles and books. On leaving the RAF he became Editor of FlyPast magazine, the market-leading historic aviation magazine, and was later appointed Editor-in-Chief with Key Publishing. An established author of 25 books and hundreds of articles, Ken Delve also lectures on RAF history and air power. He is the founding Director of the Aviation History Centre, a web-based aviation history research facility and presently lives and works in the Middle East for most of the year. He returns to his home in Swaffham, Norfolk whenever possible.

Reviews

Military Heritage, "December 2007
"Zenith Press has just published their most recent entry in the 'At War' series profiling various military units, equipment and ships. The F-100 Super Sabre is an excellent choice for the series ... Thomas Gardner, a mechanical engineer, has written a most comprehensive book on the aircraft. He examines every detail of the plane, including its engine, afterburner, landing gear, fuel system and cockpit. No part of the aircraft is left untouched. In addition, detailed drawings and illustrations plot the jet's performance, and a chronological chart follows important dates in the design, manufacture, and final retirement of the world's first jet fighter."

The "Midwest" Book Review, "August 2007
"The Story of the Spitfire" uses official source material and first-hand accounts to survey the Spitfire's history and development, examining its fighting capability and tactics of the pilots who flew it. Official evaluations, reports, and technical specs join with the memories of Spitfire pilots to provide insights into this aircraft's career, problems, and performance. The focus on its importance in military circles makes for a fine reference."