Frederick Libby chronicles his early life experiences as a cowboy in the Old West, as the first American flying ace, and as the first American to cross enemy lines as a fighter pilot, in the First World War.
Recounts the lives and aerial achievements of some of the most famous flying aces in World War I, including Manfred von Richthofen, Eddie Rickenbacker, Edward "Mick" Mannock, Albert Ball, Jr., Rene Fonck, and Georges Guynemer.
Describes the education and training it takes to become a fighter pilot, and provides information on aviation history, flight training, women pioneers such as Jackie Cochran who became the first female transatlantic bomber pilot, and more.
Introduces the ace pilots of World War I, their military aircraft, aerial tactics and stunts, and profiles such prominent aviators as the Red Baron and Eddie Rickenbacker.
Discusses the history of fighter planes, describes different types of airplanes used by the military, tells stories of fighter planes and their crews in action, and looks at what it takes to become a military fighter pilot.
Provides information about the life of a fighter pilot and discusses their training, the equipment they use, and the dangers they face. Describes a typical day in the life of a fighter pilot and includes action photos of their work. A glossary and an index are also included.
