Plot Summary

Flight of the Old Dog

Dale Brown

Flight of the Old Dog

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1987

Book Brief

Dale Brown

Flight of the Old Dog

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1987
Book Details
Pages

404

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Soviet Union • 1980s

Publication Year

1987

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

Flight of the Old Dog by Dale Brown follows an American crew led by Major Patrick McLanahan piloting a technologically advanced B-52 bomber called the Old Dog. The team embarks on a critical mission to prevent a Soviet threat during heightened Cold War tensions. The narrative focuses on the crew's ingenuity and courage under pressure.

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Exciting

Informative

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.2

20,607 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Flight of the Old Dog by Dale Brown is praised for its thrilling, fast-paced action and detailed military technology. Readers appreciate the well-researched backdrop and engaging plot. Some critics note that character development is lacking and there are occasional technical overloads. Overall, it's a solid pick for military thriller enthusiasts.

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Who Should Read Flight of the Old Dog?

Readers who enjoy Flight of the Old Dog by Dale Brown are likely fans of military thrillers with a focus on technology and action. They may also appreciate Tom Clancy’s The Hunt for Red October or Stephen Coonts’s Flight of the Intruder for their strategic depth and high-stakes scenarios.

4.2

20,607 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

404

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Soviet Union • 1980s

Publication Year

1987

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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