Skunkworks

This book is a personal memoir by Ben Rich, the second leader of Lockheed's Skunk Works, detailing the high-stakes quest to dominate the skies through the development of cutting-edge aircraft.

It includes stories from the development of the U-2 to the Stealth fighter, and provides insights into the engineering challenges, political and financial struggles, and personal anecdotes of the team.

The book also features contributions from other key figures, including test pilots, Air Force personnel, and CIA officials, offering a comprehensive look at one of America's most secret and successful aerospace operations.