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A captivating insider account by the former head of Lockheed’s secret Skunk Works program. Rich recounts the development of iconic aircraft—from the U-2 and SR-71 to the stealth fighter—delivering a high-stakes chronicle of Cold War innovation, engineering triumphs, and the human stories behind America’s most classified aerospace operations
Little, Brown & Company
First edition hardcover (1994); trade paperback reprint (1996)
Not fully listed in sources; however, according to BookRags summary, the book includes chapters detailing:
The origin story and naming of Skunk Works
Development and political context of the U-2 spy plane
Design and mission of the Blackbird (SR-71)
A stealth submarine project, Kelly Johnson’s departure, and insights into stealth bomber programs
Personal anecdotes: engineering challenges, funding politics, pilot experiences, and Rich’s own life events
Concluding reflections on aerospace industry and future recommendations
Paid — commercially published; no free or open-access variant known
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