Ely Air Lines: Select Stories from 10 Years of a Weekly Column Volume

In this review of Volume 2 of Ely Air Lines, readers will find a portable collection that suits anyone curious about aviation life and human stories encountered on the road and in the sky. Compiled from a decade of weekly columns by Mike Ely and Linda Street-Ely, this second volume brings together 50 of the pair's snapshots and narratives that illustrate why the column has stayed engaging. The bottom line: this review recommends Volume 2 for readers who enjoy short, well-observed aviation writing and travel vignettes that balance technical interest with human detail.

Key Features

• Curated columns: A selection of short, stand-alone stories drawn from a weekly column makes the book easy to read in single sittings and revisit later.
• Two-volume set context: Volume 2 completes a 2-volume collection of 100 stories, providing continuity for readers who want the full decade of writing.
• Multiple formats: Available in paperback, hardback, and eBook, the book fits different reading preferences and gifting needs.
• Personal perspective: The authors' experiences based in Liberty, Texas bring a consistent voice and regional grounding to stories from around the world.
• Accessible length: Short pieces are approachable for pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and casual readers who prefer concise narratives over long memoirs.

Who It's For

Volume 2 is best suited to aviation enthusiasts, pilots, and regular readers of newspaper columns who appreciate brief, reflective accounts of travel and flight. The book's mix of people-focused anecdotes and aviation context makes it appealing for readers who like human stories with an aeronautical backdrop rather than heavy technical manuals.

Readers seeking exhaustive technical instruction, flight training curricula, or richly illustrated coffee-table books should look elsewhere. This volume prioritizes narrative and personal observation over diagrams, step-by-step piloting guidance, or extensive photography.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Concise, well-crafted pieces that are easy to read in short sessions and return to later.
• Completes a larger set, offering continuity for readers who want the full ten-year collection.
• Available in paperback, hardback, and eBook, making it flexible for different reading habits.

Cons

• Not a technical or instructional aviation manual, so it may disappoint readers seeking detailed flight training material.

Specifications

Title	Ely Air Lines: Select Stories from 10 Years Volume 2
Authors	Mike Ely and Linda Street-Ely
Format options	Paperback, hardback, eBook
Content type	Collection of weekly newspaper columns
Setting	Based in Liberty, Texas with stories from around the world
Set	Volume 2 of a 2-volume set (100 stories total across both volumes)

Our Verdict

Volume 2 of Ely Air Lines is a rewarding follow-up for readers who enjoyed the first volume or who like compact, human-centered aviation writing. It represents good value for anyone who wants readable, travel-oriented columns collected in a convenient format and is especially appropriate for pilots and aviation-minded readers seeking story-driven pieces rather than technical reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this book part of a set?
Yes, this is Volume 2 of a 2-volume set that together collect 100 stories from the first ten years of the column.

What formats are available?
The book is offered in paperback, hardback, and eBook editions to suit different reading preferences.

Does it include technical flight instruction?
No, the collection focuses on narrative columns and personal stories about flying and travel rather than formal flight training or technical manuals.