Fleming Community Library

"When a pilots sends a "mayday" message, it means there is serious trouble. Discover the fascinating, true tales of Sully Sullenberger, the passengers of United Airlines Flight 232, and other survivors who experienced terrifying airplane disasters and made it out alive." --

Explores such aircraft tragedies as the Hindenberg, TWA flight 800, and United flight 232, and looks at how we can improve airline safety.

Navy pilot Shane Osborn tells his life story, describing the development of his love of flying, and chronicling the experiences he and his crew members had after their plane was struck down by a Chinese jet on April 1, 2001.