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Gunship over Angola

The Story of a Maverick Pilot

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Gunship over Angola

By: Steve Joubert
Narrated by: Langley Kirkwood
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Growing up in suburban Pretoria, Steve Joubert dreamed of a career as a pilot. After undergoing SAAF pilot training, a freak injury put an end to his hopes of flying fighter jets. Instead he learned to fly the versatile Alouette helicopter.

He had barely qualified as a chopper pilot when he was sent to the border, where he flew missions over Namibia and southern Angola to supply air cover to troops on the ground. As a gunship pilot, Steve saw some of the worst scenes of war, often arriving first on the scene after a contact or landmine attack.

He also recalls the lighter moments of military life, as well as the thrill of flying. A born maverick, his lack of respect for authority often got him into trouble with his superiors.

His experiences affected him deeply and led him eventually to question his role in the war effort. As the Border War escalated, his disillusionment grew. This gripping memoir is a powerful plea for healing and understanding.

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Somewhat niche appeal, but I loved it

A great peek inside a warm and forthright corner of South Africa and its old armed forces. The author is clearly using the writing to process trauma and political regret, for which we should be happy. However that does mean this is a needle thin personal journey rather than a personal journey with better context. The anecdotes, too, are quite common to young men in most wars. Nevertheless, by the same token if you haven't read any first hand war stories, or if you want to see a 'bad guy' perspective and be enlightened then go for it.

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