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$1 PILOT BRIEFS


Instant‑download Pilot Briefs that explain complex topics in minutes. Written by Captain Mike Ray and priced at just $1 — fast, accurate, airline‑style knowledge for everyone. Each download is a multi‑page document.


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Navy Aviation Books by Captain Mike Ray

A pair of rare Navy aviation history books featuring Captain Mike Ray’s original photography from the 1965 USS Hornet Far East cruise. These volumes capture authentic Cold War naval aviation life aboard an Essex‑class carrier — flight deck operations, S‑2 Tracker squadron activity, and shipboard routines — all preserved through the eyes of a naval aviator who lived it. These collector‑quality volumes are perfect for veterans, aviation enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys military aviation storytelling.

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Grumman S‑2 Tracker – Stoofdriver Naval Aviation History & USS Hornet 1965 Cruise (PDF)

A firsthand illustrated account of the USS Hornet’s 1965 Far East cruise, told through vivid artwork and real Navy aviation experience. A rare historical look at Cold War ASW operations aboard an Essex‑class carrier.

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USS Hornet 1965 Far East Cruise – Stoofdriver’s Journal & Grumman S‑2 Tracker Naval Aviation History (PDF)

A companion volume featuring additional artwork, stories, and personal narrative from the same historic cruise. Rich illustrations and firsthand storytelling bring Cold War naval aviation to life.

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The Gold Standard in Airline‑Style Training


For more than 20 years, Captain Mike Ray’s manuals have helped thousands of pilots, students, and serious sim aviators understand complex aircraft systems with clarity and confidence. Every book is written in plain language, richly illustrated, and grounded in real airline procedures.