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'with action so real your Dad will be spitting sand out of his mouth, this gripping account of a Chinook pilot's bravery under enemy fire in Afghanistan will transport him right to the frontline.' (News of the World )
'Sweating the Metal is a description of the Afghan war from the cockpit, the highs and lows of combat-flying at its most dramatic'. (Daily Telegraph )
'Extraordinary flying by extraordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. This must be read.' (General the Lord Dannatt GCB CBE MC DL )
'Sweating the Metal is a description of the Afghan war from the cockpit, the highs and lows of combat-flying at its most dramatic'. (Daily Telegraph )
'Extraordinary flying by extraordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. This must be read.' (General the Lord Dannatt GCB CBE MC DL )
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'with action so real your Dad will be spitting sand out of his mouth, this gripping account of a Chinook pilot's bravery under enemy fire in Afghanistan will transport him right to the frontline.' -- News of the World 'Sweating the Metal is a description of the Afghan war from the cockpit, the highs and lows of combat-flying at its most dramatic'. -- Daily Telegraph 'Extraordinary flying by extraordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. This must be read.' -- General the Lord Dannatt GCB CBE MC DL
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I hope readers of this book will realise that any negative comments have been made those who have been commented upon and are upset that the truth about their performance has been revealed! This is a sad state of affairs, as The author has given so much for his country and he deserves better. Please read this book!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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This book is a great read that keeps you truly captivated. Even if you're not in the military it's easy to digest and gives a great insight into life for our troops on the front line, sometimes in a way that makes you feel like you are actually there. It is a real shame that those who came under a small bit of criticism in the book chose this forum to vent personal attacks on the author and hide behind anonymity in doing so. In fact for those who actually take the time to read it, Frenchie Duncan praises other colleagues, in supporting roles or otherwise, throughout the book. To the extent that he is humbled by those that put their lives at risk every time they go out on patrol. He ends the book by dedicating the last para, "on behalf of all the Chinook Force, to the guys and girls on the ground in one of the most hostile environments on this planet. In your hour of need, however desperate you may be, fear not because we will come and get you". He was true to his words when, sometime after this book was published, he was awarded the Air Force Cross for rescuing a number of injured soldiers (on two separate missions) with life threatening conditions in a hostile area and under the most atrocious and challenging of weather conditions. This continued leadership, exemplary flying skills, courage, composure and selflessness once again saved lives and is why he is one of the most highly decorated pilots in the RAF.
8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Just read the book and the negative reviews, seems Kermit and his friends are having some difficulty with the truth!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A great read.
If you want an unbiased and fair view of what chinook aircrews go through in Afghanistan then you should definitely give this book a read. Read more
Published 5 days ago by S G Thorlby-Coy
Sweating some people too much
I read this book in short order and then bought a copy for my father and brother. I really enjoyed this frank and compelling account of life on the front line - Alex Duncan is a... Read more
Published 13 days ago by Gimlett
Top Job
Great book that details the struggles faced in the war and Afghanistan.
Maybe all the negative reviewers should spend less time writing and more time sorting out the troops'... Read more
Maybe all the negative reviewers should spend less time writing and more time sorting out the troops'... Read more
Published 15 days ago by Big bird
Same old same old............
To be honest, I found it poorly written and offered nothing new. It is the same as countless other books written about Afghanistan. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Three_Fingered_Pete
Great book, childish smear campaign
Truth hurts, eh movers? This guy has more talent and courage in his little finger than all of you amateurs put together. You're a disgrace to the force
Published 16 days ago by Annoyed from Odiham
Definately worth a read
For those not involved in the Military, this is a great book and very informative in regards to the work of the chinook force in Afghanistan. Read more
Published 17 days ago by Addington Square
Amazing book, courageous read, you won't want to put it down
Knowing the man himself but not what he does day-to-day, this brilliant book brings to life the brave actions of our chinook pilots who are risking their own lives for our country! Read more
Published 17 days ago by Sammy Fawcett
I'm a TG1 God, You should bow in my presence.
I haven't read this book, but in the interest of fairness will give it 2 1/2 stars. Judging by the reviews the author is not too polite about our movers brethren. Read more
Published 18 days ago by sausage2
Utter arrogance and delusions of grandeur...don't waste your money or...
Alex Duncan has a very high opinion of himself he forgets to win his DFC he had a ground crew to get his chinook ready and movers to get him there in the first place, he has not... Read more
Published 24 days ago by MOVERSWIFE
A lack of understanding for others involved under similar pressures
We have all heard the media adverts that portray the RAF as a team that "Rise Above The Rest" it would seem though that the distinguished aviator and author of this book has... Read more
Published 26 days ago by ND
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