Tony Blackman Book order

Nimrod Boys is a complementary book to Nimrod Rise and Fall from acclaimed author Tony Blackman. It is a collection of over twenty first-hand accounts of operating the Hawker Siddeley Nimrod - an aircraft which served at the forefront of the Cold War.

V Force Boys contains a fascinating collection of previously unpublished stories by V Force ground and aircrew for all three V bombers.

The awesome Avro Vulcan is an enduring image of the Cold War era when the world stood on the brink of nuclear annihilation. For many years the RAF's delta-wing jet bomber was the cornerstone of Britain's nuclear deterrent. Read about the Vulcan's operational history and take a close-up look at its construction. Discover what it takes to own and fly the mighty V-bomber, and find out how engineers keep it airworthy. Centrepiece of the manual is Vulcan XH558 - the world's only flying example of an Avro Vulcan.

Set in the near future, this aviation mystery follows Peter Talbert, an aviation insurance expert, as he investigates the mysterious disappearance of an airliner en route from Singapore to Adelaide. While a bomb is suspected, Talbert doubts the ISIS claim and suspects military involvement. With the help of Mary French from the UK accident investigation team, he uncovers the truth behind the incident. As the investigation unfolds, Mary introduces new complexities that challenge Talbert's findings, making this the seventh compelling installment in the series.

Following on from the success of Victor Boys and Vulcan Boys, Tony Blackman, in collaboration with Anthony Wright, brings you Valiant Boys to complete the V Force set. This is a fascinating collection of personal accounts of operating Britain's first V bomber by aircrew and ground crew.

The Vulcan, the second of the three V bombers built to guard the UK during the Cold War, has become an aviation icon like the Spitfire. Its delta shape is instantly recognisable as is the howling noise it makes when the engines are opened for take-off. Vulcan Boys is the first Vulcan book recounted completely first hand by the operators themselves. It tells the story of the aircraft from its design conception through the Cold War when it played out its most important job as Britain's nuclear deterrent; before unbelievably, at the end of its service life, also playing a significant role in liberating the Falkland Islands. Vulcan Boys is a fascinating and completely authentic read reminding us of the Cold War, how it was fought and the considerable effort required to prevent all-out nuclear war.

The plot revolves around a maritime search aircraft crash in the Torres Strait, shrouded in secrecy involving the Australian, UK, and US governments. Peter Talbert, an insurance investigator, navigates a web of hidden agendas while seeking the truth, aided by Mary, a high-security clearance radar operator from the Royal Air Force. As the investigation unfolds, the stakes rise with lives at risk and the looming threat of global conflict, making it a gripping read for fans of fast-paced mystery thrillers.

This book covers Tony's captivating career, from the RAF, national service and learning to fly, to squadron flying and testing aircraft at Boscombe Down. The book is testament to his life in aviation during which he flew with the legendary Howard Hughes and tested hundreds of aircraft, including Shackletons, Victors and all three Vulcan bombers.

The scrapping of the Nimrod programme has been one of the most controversial events in the military aviation world for many a year.