Winds Aloft: A Pilot's Diary

If you are a pilot, this certainly is a must read book. Captain Charles "Chick" Williams has unfolded the story of his flying experiences in both an exciting and humorous way. The early years tell of his youth as an "Army Brat" and then on with his own military life, airline experiences and finally retirement. I had the opportunity to meet Chick earlier this year and found his story telling abilities in person equal to his ability to reduce them to writing. I highly recommend this book.

Winds Aloft is a great read for everyone. What a wonderful way to bring to light the dreams of a young man who knew flying was to be his life long career. Some stories are short and others are longer but they all bring the reader into the cockpit of several types of airframes and put us into one of the seats. Well Done Chuck Williams!

Charles Williams gives readers a great look at the experiences of both military and commercial airline pilots. The stories he tells provides a look behind usually closed doors. As a frequent flyer, I am always interested in his insights and stories about commercial aviation. He tells them well here and this book should be a fine reading experience for both pilots and passengers.

What a fun read! Just what you need to let your mind wonder after a long day. You can follow the author through his childhood all the way to the present, in any order you like. It is a great book to read cover-to-cover, and a great book to read just a few pages at a time. I would recommend this book to any avid reader who is looking for something other than just cookie-cutter material. Original, Fun, Exciting! I can't wait for the next one!

Share in the life of author CR Williams and join him on his adventures... from his childhood accross many military assignments of his father, be it Oklahoma, Germany or Korea; through his carreer as pilot on two major airlines, with some exiting stories of his airforce flying in between. Makes for relaxing and entertaining reading at the end of a busy day to disconnect from the daily perils and peek into the author's wonderful life experiences. He makes you believe it all really happened... some of which would be really scary if it did, particularly in commercial airline cockpits... but find out for yourself.