James Blatch is a former BBC defence reporter and a former BBFC film examiner.
James covered British military matters around the world including stints on HMS Invincible as well as reporting from Ali Al Salem (Kuwait), Gioa Del Colle (Italy) and Bardufoss (Arctic Circle, Norway).
He was lucky enough to fly twice with 1 (Fighter) Squadron in a Harrier MkT.10 as well as with 41 Squadron in a Sepecat Jaguar.
Today James lives near Huntingdon in the UK with his wife, two children and two dogs. He works in publishing and other ventures.