"“Clearly an aviator’s aviator, the author writes with humour and candour about the thrills and tribulations of his time as a front-line pilot and his important staff posts.” -- Britain at War “It is often rumoured amongst military aviators that fighter pilots cannot write, but Rick has conclusively disproved this old saying … There is much more to the book than a collection of ‘There I was with nothing on the clock’ stories.” -- Liveryman Tom Eeles - Air Pilot ""This is a Boy’s Own read and one that should inspire many young men to try and emulate his success."" -- After Eight Past Masters’ Association “This exciting book is an action-packed account of a flyer’s life with endless great stories and colourful characters to match.” -- Denise E. Parker - Air Cadets “‘RPE’ has produced a typically entertaining read.” -- Ben Dunnell - Aeroplane"