Synopsis
The author, who assisted in the development of the famous World War II British fighter plane, discusses the Spitfire's good and bad qualities, and recalls the other test pilots and combat aces he knew
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Review
...splendid and readable -- The Times Literary Supplement
A worthy memorial to an exceptional pilot, and a great aircraft. -- Pilot Magazine September 1999
An extremely sophisticated and evocative story...a fresh insight into war in the air. -- Sunday Telegraph
He writes with fascinating foresight of aviation technology -- Timers Literary Supplement
It is Quill’s skill in telling good anecdote and his respect for fellow test and fighter pilot’s which stand out. -- Joanne Green Isle of Man Newspapers
Quill, the man and pilot, made his mark: this book is his testament. -- Times Literary Supplement
This is a handsome record, filled with nostalgia for an era in flying that is now gone... -- Times Literary Supplement
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Spitfire: A Test Pilot's Story
Seller: A Squared Books (Don Dewhirst), South Lyon, MI, U.S.A.
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hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1984. Blue cloth covered boards with gold spine titles; illustrated jacket has mild wear; 8vo, 7 3/4" to 9 3/4" tall; illustrated endpapers and throughout; interior is clean and un;marked 316 pages. Seller Inventory # SKU1178978
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Spitfire: A Test Pilot's Story
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University of Washington, Lon., 1984
ISBN 10: 029596152X
ISBN 13: 9780295961521
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First. nice copy; author also fought with 65 Squadron during the Battle of Britain. Seller Inventory # 041235
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Spitfire: A Test Pilot's Story
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Spitfire: A Test Pilot's Story by Jeffrey Quill
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