Combat Ready: Lessons Learned in the Journey to Fighter Pilot

by Capt Taylor Fox

Take an unparalleled look at the incredible journey from civilian to combat-ready through the eyes of an American Fighter Pilot. Author Captain Taylor Fox chronicles his experiences while training to fly the F-16 and F-22 fighter jets in the United States Air Force. From doing push-ups in the mud to flying the world's most advanced warfighting machine, Fox weaves a remarkable tale of life as an airman, both on the ground and in the air. Uniquely honest and without prejudice, Captain Fox's story bears personal truths, incorporating humor, trepidation, reflection, and a firm dedication to good storytelling. Each new entry leads to another revelation and lesson learned, portrayed with humility, honesty, and the author's own authentic voice. Unlock the adventure of a lifetime as you race through the clouds at Mach 2. "Combat Ready is a uniquely entertaining read explaining the life lessons of becoming a warfighter in $150 million supersonic jets and how they can relate to your business and personal life. These young men are held to a higher standard, a standard this book identifies and organizations can learn to strive toward." -Rob K. Voss, Executive Vice-President of Sams's Club, Inc "A must read for anyone interested in the path to become, and experience of being, an American fighter pilot. Combat Ready is an in-depth look at what it takes to join one of the most elite communities in the world." -Colonel Peter B. Field, USM (ret.), F-18, A-4, and F-4 Pilot

264 pages, Paperback

Published November 18, 2016

Reviews

[Kmag54 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Go to fighter pilot school and learn

An intese technical and emotional record of a very, very challenging 3 year education. This is what it actually takes to graduate. Flying and writing are great. The author is unique in recording the process with such clarity and situational awareness. I can only wish that I had such an organized mind. This is the best jet fighter book of many I've read. It describes in detail what you need to learn, do and feel to be an F16/F22 fighter pilot. Fear and elation play a continuous role. What a ride. Happy landings!

[AJ · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. I would love to be a fighter pilot, and am currently in the process to applying to the Air force and Naval Academy. This book is written by Captain Taylor Fox and follows his journey to being a fighter pilot. He has lots of great experiences that he describes in detail. Such as his experience in Euro NATO jet pilot training. He gives his background in aviation as well as stories from flying all sorts of aircraft during training. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in being a fighter pilot, and anyone who likes planes in general.

[Carly Read · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a really interesting book. I loved all of the stories as he went through training. Some parts of it drug on a little bit, but overall I loved it. Considering this is what I want to do as a career the incite was great!

[marie goldman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gives you a great idea of what our fighter pilots must endure to join the elite group of F-16, 18 and 22's!!! WOW........You guys( and gals) are amazing and I salute you!!!!

[AttackGirl · Rating 3 out of 5]

where are all my reviews?