Flying the worlds fastest jet by brian shul online at alibris uk. The sr71 first flew in 1964, so it doesnt have much impressive in the way of computers. A captivating, first person account by the pilot of the sr71. Welcome to gallery one, home of the most sought after book on the legendary sr71 blackbird, sled driver. Sled driver flying the worlds fastest jet signed edition by. Now for the first time, a blackbird pilot shares his unique experience. Nicknamed the sled by those few who flew it, the aircraft was. He went on to fly the a7d, and was then selected to be a part of the first operational a10 squadron at myrtle beach, sc, where he was on. Sled driver centennial of flight limited edition brian shul author and sr71 pilot brian shul is taking orders for a limited edition rework of his nowoutofprint first sr71 volume, sled driver. Brian shul born 1948 is a vietnam warera attack pilot and a retired major in the united.
Sled driver by brian shul 1991, hc, dj first edition 1st printing 1990 fine. Full supports all version of your device, includes pdf, epub and kindle version. Limited edition is destined to be the classic sr71 blackbird book of all time. Flying the worlds fastest aeroplane book by william massa. The ultimate ground speed check tales from the blackbird. I was lucky enough to be handed down a copy that belonged to my grandfather as the book was printed in very limited quantities and is extremely difficult to find. Sr71 blackbird each limited edition sled driver personally signed by. Air force inventory in 1966, the sr71 was the fastest, highest flying jet aircraft in the world. All of us at sled driver productions join the aviation world in mourning the passing of, among other distinctions, lockheed test pilot robert j. Sled driver flying the worlds fastest jet sr blackbird. Robert gilliland first man to pilot the sr71 brian shul sr71 pilot and sled driver author walt watson sr71 rso and coauthor of the untouchables ed yeilding sr71 pilot of record breaking flight across america. Sled driver centennial of flight limited edition signed book. Flying the worlds fastest aeroplane by shul, brian and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
You will be proud to own one as it is sure to become a treasured collectors item, to be passed down to future generations of aviation enthusiasts for a long time. If you have any questions or issue with your purchase from me for any reason please contact me. He has also released special, revised editions of both sled driver and the untouchables. Sled driver centennial of flight limited edition signed. First edition second printing sled driver flying the worlds fastest jet by brian shul.
But in 1976 it flew faster than anyone has before in a jet. Flying the worlds fastest jet brian shul, robert j. Illustrated with rare photographs, seen here for the first time, sled driver captures the mystique. Details about brian shul sled driver hardback 1st ed midland 1992 vg. Small flaw on back side of table of contents page pictured. Can somebody explain to me why the book sled driver is.
The book has four signatures including three pilot signatures and the reconnaissance systems officer signature, as well as an additional. Sled driver flying the worlds fastest jet signed edition. Brian shul was the first sr71 pilot ever to write about what it was like to fly this exotic aircraft, and coupled with photos from his personal collection, the book. Perhaps it was because of the original photos, or the mystique of the plane it hon. Sled driver centennial of flight limited edition signed book brian shul sr71. In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the wright brothers first flight, brian shul presents. Nicknamed the sled by those few who flew it, the aircraft was shrouded in secrecy from its inception. Read online and download as many books as you like for personal use. Flying the worlds fastest aeroplane signed by shul, brian seller 84 charing cross road books published 1991 condition very good condition edition second edition isbn 9780929823089 item price.
Flying the worlds fastest jet has 2 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Most renters respond to questions in 48 hours or less. Home sled driver signed by brian shul can you guess which first edition cover the image above comes. American ladies playing a rufty tufty sport seriously on the first page for me. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Unfollow sled driver to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Fun would not be the first word i would use to describe flying this plane. Beautifully illustrated in bw and color throughout. Flying the worlds fastest jet by brian shul, sheila kathleen ogrady and a great selection of similar used, new and collectible. Brian shul sled driver hardback 1st ed midland 1992 vg ebay.
The untouchables first flight 50th anniversary edition. What makes this book different than others that cover the sr71 are the pictures and personal accounts of the author. First, and so far the the only player to successfully build a wide variety of generated shapes using scripts creator of builds that are the most stable in flight, easiest to handle, and highestperforming, and weapons that are by far the most accurate and effective, in the simpleplanes universe. This was the first book to intimately take the reader into the unique world of the blackbird pilot. Every author hopes that his book is a success, but i could have never predicted the widespread popularity of my first book, sled driver, in 1992. Bob was gracious enough to sign every copy of our long since soldout centennial of flight 2003 edition of sled driver. Flying the worlds fastest jet by brian shul goodreads. First hand experience told by pilot brian shul is a riveting account of training and flying this marvel. This is an expanded excerpt from brian schul s book sled driver. Presented to joe grant while joe was in hospital recovering from a head injury while cutting a tree with a chain saw.
Midland and south western railway vol 1hardbackbartholmew1982. Available only through gallery one, the commemorative edition of sled driver is a fitting and passionate tribute to the most remarkable aircraft of the 20th century. The authors text gives you an idea of what it is like to fly the worlds fastest jet. But there was one day in our sled experience when we would have to say that it was pure fun to be the fastest guys out there, at least for a. Now for the first time, a blackbird pilot shares his unique experience of what it was like to fly this legend of aviation history. Flying the worlds fastest jet hardcover apr 1 1994. A little rubbing wear to base of spine and corners rubbed and pushed, with minor surface handling marks to flyleaf, some surface rubbing to jacket else vg tight and unmarked throughout.
Rent sled driver flying the worlds fastest jet 2nd edition 9780929823089 and save up to 80% on textbook rentals and 90% on used textbooks. Sled driver flying the worlds fastest jet 3rd edition by brian shul. Flying the worlds fastest jet first edition, first printing by shul, brian, ogrady, sheila kathleen isbn. Upon request i can send more photos to interested buyers of any page or view. Written and beautifully photographed by sr71 pilot brian shul, this remarkable book intimately reveals what it was like to fly the worlds fastest and highest flying jet. More by this author available sent airmail at no extra cost. Sr blackbird pilot brian shul with his book, sled driver. I got it new about 25 years ago, it got stored in a box and was forgotten about like new condition. First, and so far the the only player to successfully build a wide variety of generated shapes using scripts creator of builds that are the most stable in flight, easiest to handle, and highestperforming, and weapons that are by far the most accurate and effective, in.
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