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‘Flying Tales’ published

By Janice Wood · August 28, 2011 ·

Just published is “Flying Tales,” by Larry Van Pelt (Colonel, USAF retired), which chronicles his experiences over the years as a fighter pilot, combat pilot, test pilot and general aviator in many different aircraft types.

“My grandchildren asked me to please put these ‘tales’ down on paper, so I started writing one ‘flying tale’ per week,” explains Van Pelt. “Before I knew it, I had 100 and many suggested I compile them into book form.”

“Flying Tales” is the result, he said. “Combat flying and test piloting episodes abound — along with some routine flights that turned ominous,” he said.

Published by HM Press, the paperback book is available online

About Janice Wood

Janice Wood is editor of General Aviation News.

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