About This True Story
THE ACCIDENT, RESCUE, and RECOVERY
Flying With Wings: A True Story of an Alaska Aircraft Accident, plunges readers into the chilling depths of a 1994 DeHavilland Otter floatplane disaster in Alaska's Taku River. This story intertwines the adrenaline-pumping urgency of the crash and the determination of the Wings of Alaska pilots in the rescue operations. It also recounts the integrity and dedication of Wings of Alaska owners and employees in responding to the aftermath.
While ten eager adventurers embarked on what promised to be a mesmerizing glacier-sightseeing trip to a remote Alaska lodge, the tragedy ensured that some would never make the journey back. But this is not a story mired solely in sorrow. The narrative captures the spirit of human resilience, especially epitomized by one survivor's poignant return two decades later, seeking understanding and closure from the place that took her loved ones.
The emotional rollercoaster this book offers is as vast and varied as the Alaskan landscape itself — from heart-wrenching grief to the peaks of hope and redemption. It's a testament to the shared experiences that bind us and the indomitable strength of the human heart.
Flying With Wings: A True Story of an Alaska Aircraft Accident invites reflection on the transient nature of life. The book honestly explores the root cause behind the accident, a cause overlooked by governmental authorities more focused on assigning blame than finding the true cause and improving airline safety.
A purpose in its telling is to help prevent the far-too-many aviation accidents still happening across Alaska and the United States.
"Tragedy can strike anyone at any time. How we respond may determine how we feel the rest of our life. 'Flying with Wings' offers guidance and hope."
Laurie Ferguson Craig, Artist
