Hijacked: The True Story of the Heroes of Flight 705

The book gives many details on the events before and subsequent the attempted hijacking. I highly recommend it if you find this case interesting. There are at times, though, maybe too many details (e.g., the color of peoples’ clothes and shape of their glasses). Overall, an excellent read.

My grandson's favorite word to use is "Awesome." I think this would describe the writing of this book, as well as the heroic actions of the three heros. The author takes us directly to the scene and directly into the action. The details before, during and after the harrowing experience are so smoothly intertwined and blended that the entire book is sort of non stop action while at the same time giving us detailed information.I think the telling event of this whole gruesome business is the fact that all the children of the pilots and their wives are now very successful in their various endeavors. In spite of the traumatic events they went through and in spite of the extended long suffering, they were able to maintain fairly normal family and parenting skills. An "awesome" example of turning tragedy into a huge triumph. Highly recommended.

These heroes should be better known! But probably because no one actually died, they are not well known today. But their actions were truly heroic. I’m glad at least they did receive a reward for their heroism - they sure did deserve it!Read this good account of the perilous event, from which they barely came out alive. It’s amazing how they worked together in spite of their serious injuries, successfully subduing their formidable attacker and safely landing the plane. And their subsequent recovery from the injuries is also worth reading.Also along with this book, watch the National Geographic episode of Air Emergency, titled “Suicide Attack”. It also gives an account of the events, including a quite accurate re-enactment. This book goes into more detail, of course, but the documentary helps to visualize it.My favorite line from both the book and the documentary:“Please confirm, do you still have the situation under control?”“Uh, sort of under control.”Which answer must have puzzled the air traffic controllor, yet it accurately sums up the situation at that time!

This book, which I purchased on a whim since it was on sale, is far better than I expected. I was oblivious to the events of April 7, 1994, although I am plenty old enough that I should remember. I can't say why. So much happens in the world that I tend to tune much of it out. I am glad for the opportunity to educate myself on these unbelievable but true events.The story is harrowing and gut wrenching and expertly told. The author deftly handles the details of flight 705 itself, faithfully recounts the gruesome attack, all while weaving in the home lives of each participant. It's really a great read!

Shocking, thrilling, terrifying, inspiring. Although eclipsed by the magnitude and devastating results of the September 11th attacks, the incident of FedEx flight 705 was potentially equally horrific. The courage and actions of the three main flight crew under impossible conditions is truly amazing, equalled only by the courage and devotion displayed by each man during physical and emotional recovery from life threatening injuries. With dignity and humility the pilots give thanks to God for bringing them through the full ordeal. They acknowledge the support of loved ones, friends and FedEx family in the trying years that followed. One comes away inspired by their refusal to succumb to hate for the perpetrator. Thank you for sharing this incredible account.