Chris Pocock explores U-2 spyplane history
I have written a biography of Bob Ericson, a most notable U-2 pilot who amassed 4,306 hours on the type during his 30 years flying for the CIA followed by NASA. I was commissioned by Bob’s sons, who felt that his contributions to national security and airborne science were not widely appreciated. How right they … Continue reading MY NEW BOOK – SHADOW FLYER
In May 2020, I posted here some new information from Russian sources on the MayDay incident in 1960. John Schell, a retired radar engineer, decided to investigate further. After more than two years of dogged research, in which I was only a minor participant, John has produced a presentation that sheds new light on the … Continue reading THE SA-2 AND THE U-2: THE REST OF THE STORY
The son of the U-2 pilot made famous on 1st May 1960 when he was shot down over the Soviet Union, is on a European lecture tour. Gary Powers Jr is visiting the Czech republic, Denmark, Germany and the UK. I had the pleasure of escorting Gary on the UK portion of his tour last … Continue reading GARY POWERS JR MAKES A EUROPEAN TOUR
Dragon Lady History 