Adams, Alfred: - "The pilot, Alfred Adams, and author of this book has been a professional pilot for forty-four years, settling in Scottsdale, Arizona. He has flown thousands of hours in jet airplanes, helicopters, seaplanes, and gliders. His experience includes flying as a pilot on air carriers, corporate aviation, instructor, and testing airplanes and helicopters. Due to his vast experience, he was able to obtain employment anywhere in the world and he took full advantage."