This is the ultimate 'hands'on' guide to the Boeing B-17 'Flying Fortress', the most famous American bomber of World War II. 'At the Controls' takes you on a typical daylight bombing mission over Germany in 1944. Spectacular artwork and photographs support a vivid text that takes you step-by-step through the flight. This is not yet another history of the B-17. 'At the Controls' reveals what it was like to fly and fight in this outstanding aircraft. Based on extensive interviews with veteran aircrew, this is a revolutionary account of the B-17 and a 'must have' for all aviation enthusiasts.