Set in mid- to late 20th century Ethiopia, Atlaw Meshesha Abe's memoir weaves together politics, war, and love. From his early years, Atlaw wanted nothing more than to fly a plane, and his dream came true when he entered the Ethiopian Air Force. As the author recounts harrowing experiences that could have ended his life, readers will breathe a collective sigh of relief to learn how, by prudence, intelligence, luck, or Providence, he lived to share his story. To the new generation of fighter pilots, he wants to pass on his legacy and share his hard-won knowledge with the hope that they will learn and benefit from his experience--both the joys and the challenges.