Review: Skunk Works – A Personal Memoir of My Years at Lockheed – An Engaging Look Into the History of Aviation’s Most Famous Secretive Organization
Ben Rich’s ‘Skunk Works: A Personal Memoir of My Years at Lockheed’ is an exciting and informative account of his years as the leader of the infamous Skunk Works. Rich, who was the second director of the secretive research and development unit, recounts his fascinating experiences working with some of the greatest minds in aerospace engineering to develop revolutionary aircraft. The book paints a vivid picture of the people, technologies and challenges faced by the team in their quest to push the boundaries of aviation. Rich also provides insight into how the Skunk Works operated and its unique approach to problem-solving. With its compelling narrative and wealth of technical detail, ‘Skunk Works’ offers an unparalleled look into one of the most celebrated research programs in history.