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Author name: Philip "Hands" Handley Colonel USAF (Ret)

 : Nickel On The Grass: Reflections of a U.S. Air Force Pilot
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Type of bind: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 959
EAN num: 9780595397358
ISBN number: 0595397352
Label: iUniverse, Ltd.
Manufacturer: iUniverse, Ltd.
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 227
Printing Date: May 26, 2006
Publishing house: iUniverse, Ltd.
Release Date: May 26, 2006
Sale Popularity Level: 556953
Studio: iUniverse, Ltd.




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Product Description:
Nickel On The Grass is a series of vignettes that capture the life of an extraordinary aviator, fighter pilot and leader, Colonel Phil Handley. In a career that spanned 26 years “Hands” earned a reputation as an exceptional pilot and leader in war and peace. I do not know anybody who served with him who does not admire him for his dedication, integrity and courage.

The central theme of the stories he relates is that the fraternity of true fighter pilots is made up of men who share a love of adventure, have exceptional flying skills, are willing to risk all rather than admit defeat and believe earning the respect of their peers is their greatest accomplishment. The really good ones possess a sixth sense about people and machines that gives them an edge over mere mortals in the air and on the ground. This is a book about a man who lived most of the stories and counts among his friends and acquaintances the central characters in the others. It has been my privilege to have been his friend and fellow fighter pilot for the past 30 years.

General Ron Fogleman, USAF, Ret.
Chief of Staff, USAF, 1994–1997




Customer Reviews
User popularity level:  out of 5 stars

Rated by buyers 4 out of 5 stars - Well told vignettes of the life and times of a USAF pilot
Well told vignettes of the life and times of a USAF pilot from the early 60's to 80's. Recommended.



Rated by buyers 5 out of 5 stars - Stories from a Gentleman Warrior
Nickel on the Grass: Reflections of a U.S. Air Force Pilot is a worthy read that confirms the bravery of our fine Air Force pilots in both peacetime and war. These stories are interesting, inspiring, thoughtful, heartwarming, and funny. I've had the extreme honor and pleasure of meeting the author, and this book is a fine tribute to him as well as the honorable and brave men he served with defending our nation. It's obvious that this book is more about the men who fly rather than just about their aircraft. I wanted to read the book in one session, but forced myself to read a story a day until I was finished. These are stories to be savored and enjoyed. Col. Handley is a true gentleman warrior and his book should be enjoyed by all who admire heroes.



Rated by buyers 5 out of 5 stars - Nikel on the Grass: Reflections of a U.S. Air Force Pilot
Book arrived within a few days and was in the condition that it was described or better, very happy with there service.



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