I have his Biography and a couple of pilots that tried to imitate his
routines crashed in the attempt

Perhaps 20 years ago I read a book by a physics prof who had been a
Naval Aviator, who did air shows in his F8F, and who was killed in the
F8F. I've been trying for years to remember his name.

I don't think it was Fornoff. Can anyone tell me his name?

Thanks. vince norris