I remember Brian arriving at Barton in the Stampe on the day before one of the early '80s airshows. All pre-show activity on the field stopped as he gave us an 'arrival show' which was absolutely breathtakingly superb. When he finished, sponateous appluase broke out all around the airfield.
I'm surprised he can't get sponsorship, but maybe retirement from display flying will allow him time to return to writing.
I certainly hope so.
SSD