Test Pilot

Test Pilot is a memoir by James Collins, written in the early 20th century, detailing his experiences as a test pilot. The book explores the challenges of dive testing aircraft, blending technical insights with personal anecdotes about the emotional and psychological aspects of aviation. It features a foreword by Joseph Medill Patterson, who highlights Collins' skills and relationships with notable aviators like Charles Lindbergh. This work provides a unique perspective on the risks and camaraderie in the aviation industry during a pivotal time in flight history.