Ken Mactaggart

About the Author

Ken Mactaggart is a seasoned aviation historian and technical writer with a deep fascination for the golden age of space exploration. Drawing from decades of research and hands-on experience in aerospace engineering, he brings meticulous detail and engaging narrative to his works on humanity's ventures beyond Earth. Mactaggart's passion for the intricacies of spacecraft design and the daring missions that shaped modern astronautics shines through in his accessible yet authoritative prose, making complex subjects approachable for enthusiasts and scholars alike. His debut book, Astronaut: 1961 onwards (all roles and nationalities) (Owners' Workshop Manual), offers an exhaustive guide to the evolution of space travel, from the earliest orbital flights to contemporary international collaborations, cementing his reputation as a go-to expert in the field.