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Fightin' Air Force #45
An F-104A fighter pilot on a secret bombing mission over Cuba must bail out after his aircraft is damaged, then struggles across treacherous terrain to evade enemy forces and reach safety. Meanwhile, a feature article, "Mountain Flying Sense," discusses the specialized skills and techniques required for Army aviators to operate aircraft in high-altitude mountainous regions, covering topics such as performance limitations and the training necessary for this demanding flying mission.