skunk works: a personal memoir of my years at lockheed

"skunk works" is an exhilarating and eye-opening journey into the world of top-secret aviation. ben rich, who led lockheed's legendary advanced development projects for nearly two decades, shares the inside story of how some of the most iconic aircraft in history—like the u-2, the sr-71 blackbird, and the f-117 stealth fighter—came to be. the book is a testament to the power of small, highly focused teams working under intense pressure and absolute secrecy. rich's narrative is packed with technical challenges, bureaucratic battles, and the sheer thrill of pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the sky. it's a must-read for anyone interested in engineering, management, or the history of the cold war.

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