wmcca10011@aol.com May 4,2000 Opportunity missed! A great plot idea spoiled by historical inaccuries, a poor knowledge of aviation and air navigation and a total lack of critical editing. Needs a couple of re-writes under the quidence of a tough knowledgable editor.

This story begs to be made into a motion picture. The story of a handful of American men beating the odds (and the Japs) in returning their amphibian aircraft back to the states via the long route... around the world!

The editing, or lack thereof, is the worst I have ever red (intentionally mis-spelled). That flaw is all that causes my rating not to receive 5 stars. ENJOY.

Mr Flynn has brought to light a fascinating story of aeronautic adventure that was overshadowed by the events of World War II. The amazing story of the crew circumnavigating the globe is great, but considering the circumstances of a world at war, it is all the more exciting. The editor should be fired for all the errors in the final print, but this should not be held against the author or take away from this thoroughly enjoyable book.