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(More customer reviews)As a long-time and now-retired Naval Aviator, I recently read "Fly Navy" and was blown away by its accuracy, depth and scope in covering 100 years of Naval Aviation. Bravo Zulu in naval parlance since fighting days of old, means job well done. Mr. Townley has done a remarkable job of writing about the true meaning of duty, honor and country through the eyes of hundreds of Americans who have served so nobly and who have made and shaped the Naval Aviation we know today. From the pilots flying the jets, to the astronauts of yesteryear, to the heroic POWs, to the carrier commanding officers, he has painted a montage of excellence, courage and tenacity. So too, has he brought to light those not so visible: the 19-year-old plane captain, the young rescue swimmer, the carrier chef serving 19,000 meals a day and to those left behind on the home front of hometown USA. The author is not simply an armchair writer: he has travelled widely, both ashore and on board deployed ships and carriers, and, my guess, talked to around 1,000 folks of all sizes and descriptions from the top to bottom. "Fly Navy" is all original and aptly captures the spirit, the intensity and challenges of real Americans who have done and are doing the tough job 24/7, both ashore and at sea. My compliments and a well-earned BZ to Mr. Townley for a job exceptionally well done. Peter B. Booth, Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy retired.
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Top Gun was only part of the story. Fly Navy delves beyond the Hollywood image to reveal the true mettle and genuine story of the elite men and women of naval aviation.
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