5Lift Versus DragFind What Gives You Lift, and Jettison the Rest
THE SALTY SWEAT stings my eyes as I cross-check my engine instruments. Fuel flow, oil pressure, engine temperature—all look good. I check them again. And again. Everything has to be perfect. In seconds, the tower controller will clear me for the most exciting mission of my life: my first flight in the F-16.
In the backseat of the “D-model” training version of the F-16 jet fighter is my highly experienced instructor pilot and flight commander, Capt. John “Deke” Slaton. A decorated Iraq War veteran, meticulous instructor, and patient leader, he watches my every move. I trust him. He expects the best from me, as he should. We both know we could be flying in combat together a year ...
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