The entire 'Good Old Days' series
Listed below are all the books currently available in the series.
Books are all currently published and available via blurb. Whilst this makes them a little expensive, you never usually have to pay the full asking price as discounts are available most of the time.
Please note you can also preview all pages before buying, and remember a PDF version is also available for a small fee.
If you have any questions at all regarding any of the books please contact Steve at planeslides@gmail.com.
The 'Good Old Days' Vol. 10
Australia & New Zealand Air Arms
Latest addition to the series in time for Christmas orders. Pictorial History of Australia & New Zealand Air Arms
The entire series to date
Australian & New Zealand Air Arms
This book gives an insight into the history of the Australian and New Zealand Air Arms from the early 1960s right throaugh until present day. Over the years both countries have utilised a fair number of interesting aircraft which I have attempted to portray in this book....... Enjoy!
Japan Air Self-Defence Force
This pictorial book explores the early development of Japan’s Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF), tracing its formation in 1954, the establishment of its first flying school, and the expansion of its fleet, culminating in the introduction of the F-104J Starfighter in 1962.
RAF Mildenhall
This pictorial book chronicles the transformation of RAF Mildenhall in the 1970s, highlighting the retirement of iconic aircraft, evolving transport jets, changing colour schemes, and the introduction of legendary reconnaissance planes like the Lockheed U-2 and SR-71 Blackbird.
Defunct Airlines of the UK
This book revisits the golden era of British aviation from 1960 to 1975, showcasing defunct airlines, industry pioneers like Freddy Laker’s ‘Skytrain,’ and nostalgic images that capture the evolution of UK air travel.
US Navy Fighter Squadrons
This pictorial book is a visually stunning tribute to military aviation, featuring meticulously scanned Kodachrome images and showcasing iconic aircraft from US Navy Test and Evaluation Centres, VF squadrons, and piston transports, all presented in an engaging and high-quality format.
USN Squadrons 1964 - 1985
This pictorial book is a breathtaking collection of high-quality US Navy aviation photographs, expertly curated and accompanied by just the right amount of information to enhance the visual experience without detracting from its stunning imagery.
West German Armed Forces
This pictorial book offers a concise history of West German Armed Forces units from 1962 to 1980, complemented by high-quality Kodachrome photographs, and serves as the first instalment in a series covering European Air Arms of the era.
The Royal Air Force 1962-1980
This pictorial book offers a nostalgic journey through RAF squadrons from 1962 to 1982, featuring high-quality Kodachrome photographs and a comprehensive look at the aircraft and units that defined the era.
USAF in Europe 1964-1972
This captivating pictorial book vividly chronicles the golden age of military aviation (1960–1972), showcasing the evolution of aircraft, colour schemes, and operational history with unparalleled detail and vibrant imagery.
RAF Northolt 1964-1972
This amended edition of Good Old Days is a vibrant pictorial tribute to RAF Northolt's aircraft movements (1964–1972), featuring over 520 digitally enhanced full-colour photos, many previously unpublished, and capturing the diverse military aircraft of the era with exceptional detail.
What some of our readers think
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Richard Vandervord
"I know of few if any other publications which can rival the Good Old Days series for sheer visual punch, backed by succinct but relevant and useful information presented in an attractive format.
Cannot recommended highly enough, at any price. Steve generously provides a full preview on Blurb so it is not difficult to see what I am enthusing about."
Bob Archer
"It would be easy to categorise this wonderful work into a coffee table book bracket, but that would be doing a great disservice to Steve's months of research. I prefer to think it is a snapshot in time. And, what a breathtaking snapshot from a glorious time! "
Richard Vandervord
"This must be the finest and most comprehensive collection of USN colour ever put together. It’s not only the sheer quality of the illustrations which are second to none, but the smart way you lay these books out with the accompanying information, just enough to serve the purpose but not so much as to spoil the visual appeal. I will be very proud to add the book to my shelves alongside your other magnificent works."