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Lightyear

2023
It's time for Buzz Lightyear and his team to go on their first mission and they need all of the skills they learned in training to be successful.

The flight

Charles Lindbergh's daring and immortal 1927 transatlantic crossing
2018
An account of Charles A. Lindbergh's first transatlantic flight from New York to Paris.

Eighty days

"A pilot wants nothing more than to fly. Or so he thought, until he crosses paths with a mysterious thief whose tricks draw him into unchartered territory and new adventure. In a life where the truth changes as quickly as clouds in the sky, the pilot must decide for himself what freedom really means."--.

Devil at my heels

a World War II hero's epic saga of torment, survival, and forgiveness
2003
Louis Zamperini tells the story of his life after his plane crashed into the Pacific Ocean on May 27, 1943 and he was captured by the Japanese, discussing the torture he suffered as a prisoner of war for two years, his return home to a family that was told he was killed in action, his problems with drinking and despair, and his recovery with the help of love and faith.

Time to Fly!

"Take off with Skye and the rest of Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol in this shaped board book!"--.

Jobs in the U.S. Air Force

2023
Conquering the air is one of humankind's greatest achievements, and young readers who want to defend the skies can find a welcoming home in the U.S. Air Force. However, it can be difficult for young women and men to prepare for a career around aircraft without specialized training or a college education. This title offers a look into the many jobs available in the Air Force-beyond piloting-and gives readers a head start by providing historical background as well as sidebars on hot topics for the future of the great blue yonder.

Who was a daring pioneer of the skies?

Amelia Earhart
2022
"Explore the story of Amelia Earhart as she embarks on her second and final journey around the globe. A story of determination, heart, and courage, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the daring grit of the aviation pioneer--brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that fly off the page"--Provided by publisher.

Lightyear, the graphic novel

2022
"[A graphic novelization of the Disney animated film which] tells the origin story of Buzz Lightyear, revealing how a young test pilot became a space ranger"--Provided by publisher.

Mission

teamwork
2022
Disney/Pixar Lightyear is a sci-fi action-adventure and the definitive origin story of Buzz Lightyear (voice of Chris Evans)-the hero who inspired the toy. The film reveals how a young test pilot became the Space Ranger that we all know him to be today.

Amelia Earhart's final flight

2022
"On June 1, 1937, famous pilot Amelia Earhart and her navigator, Fred Noonan, took off in their small plane. Earhart's goal was to make a record-breaking flight around the world. On the last part of the flight, they approached Howland Island to refuel. Before they could land, radio communication from Earhart stopped, and the plane disappeared. Search efforts turned up few clues. What happened to Earhart and Noonan? Explore the theories and learn why their disappearance has become one of history's greatest mysteries"--Provided by publisher.

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