Brian Shul, of SR-71 fame . .
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Brian Shul, of SR-71 fame . .
. . . Has passed on.
Up until his last breath, doing what he loved best - talking Blackbird.
Up until his last breath, doing what he loved best - talking Blackbird.
Last edited by garyscott; 22nd May 2023 at 07:23. Reason: FB link not showing??
Most interesting book. Back in the day, he included then unheard of details.
I read his book once when I borrowed it from a public library in Cheshire many years ago. Then when I wanted a copy, I couldn't believe the price. I don't suppose his passing will bring the price down.
R I P
R I P
Sorry to hear this. The book he wrote and published is famous both for its great photos and stories and more recently for the pricing, but I still want one. We will certainly remember him.
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Ecce Homo! Loquitur...
Sorry to hear this. The book he wrote and published is famous both for its great photos and stories and more recently for the pricing, but I still want one.
Sensible offer accepted.
Last edited by ORAC; 22nd May 2023 at 18:43.
$368+ on AbeBooks
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An incredible survivor and a true pioneering aviator.
I urge anyone who does not know his full story to read up on it!!
You were an inspiration Sir and I am glad that our world has benefited from the fact that you, and your like, were not prepared to accept "No" for an answer.
Godspeed Aspen Three Zero
I urge anyone who does not know his full story to read up on it!!
You were an inspiration Sir and I am glad that our world has benefited from the fact that you, and your like, were not prepared to accept "No" for an answer.
Godspeed Aspen Three Zero
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I was in awe at his story, and totally immersed in his online videos.
I wish him blue skies but doubt a fair tail wind will make much difference.
Rest in Peace Sled Driver.
I wish him blue skies but doubt a fair tail wind will make much difference.
Rest in Peace Sled Driver.
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Was thinking what to do this weekend now the football seasons over( effectively) and SWMBO off for the weekend to her sis. So a revisit to Duxford is inorder. Might take a bloom and see if I can leave it by the '71?...
Purchased a second edition of "Sled Driver" when it hit the streets and Brian's talent turned me into a Blackbird nutter, have the flight manual should I get a chance 
His stories were riveting, particularly the low speed event in the UK. There is a story that his departure from the USAF was the result of an impromptu fly past of a house at Beale, never been able to verify the accuracy.
Brian, thank you for the knowledge imparted, your service and the entertainment.
Another nickel on the grass.
His stories were riveting, particularly the low speed event in the UK. There is a story that his departure from the USAF was the result of an impromptu fly past of a house at Beale, never been able to verify the accuracy.Brian, thank you for the knowledge imparted, your service and the entertainment.
Another nickel on the grass.
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There are many characters in our profession, but Brian's name won't fade away anytime soon. His comeback from his injuries was as inspirational as every story and photo he captured on the sled.