She Was Sleeping in 8A — When the Captain Asked if Any Combat Pilots Were on Board

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“Flight 417, you are off course,” a cold voice said. “Adjust to the coordinates being transmitted.”

Mara grabbed the microphone.

“This is a civilian aircraft on a scheduled route.

Identify yourself immediately.”

The reply came without hesitation.

“Comply… or face consequences.”

The hostile aircraft suddenly swooped closer, forcing the airliner to continue reading …