During
decades of Cold War tension between the United States
and the Soviet Union, American and Soviet air crews
regularly interacted with one another in an unsung,
unusual, and - until now - unknown program called Constant
Shotgun. In this groundbreaking memoir,
retired Air Force Colonel Glenn R. Whicker recalls
sitting side-by-side with the Soviets through
unbelievable and life-threatening stunts, tender
heart-to-hearts, and behind-the-scenes moments from some
of the most important turning points of the Cold War.
Come,
fly along with him in Soviet transports, including the
world's largest aircraft, the Antonov 225. Travel
through Siberia, Cuba, Newfoundland and Alaska as he and
other escort pilots ensure safety in America's skies.
During
decades of Cold War tension between the United States
and the Soviet Union, American and Soviet air crews
regularly interacted with one another in an unsung,
unusual, and - until now - unknown program called