Joe Weber was a carrier-qualified fighter/attack-trained pilot for the United States Marine Corps. After his release from active duty, Weber flew commercially until 1989. His unique inside knowledge and flair for explosive drama have earned him praise from today's masters of military fiction. His books have appeared on the New York Times, Publishers Weekly, Chicago Tribune, and Associated Press bestseller lists. Weber lives with his wife, Jeannie, near Pensacola, Florida.