Last of the Long Hunters: Exploits of a Young Arctic Pilot

In this story you'll experience the front seat thrills of bush planes and helicopters operating in the most dangerous conditions on earth in Alaska. Opens with an interesting early history of the 49th State, leading to the eventual use and development of a new tool of transport - the single engine airplane, but not without extracting a terrible price. The author relates his true life experiences growing up in the territory as a youth and in his flying years. Concludes with an encounter that will compel every reader to grapple with its final truth. A must read for every pilot considering flying in or to Alaska with the included flight safety Appendix and useful links included. www.longhunters.org