A Fine Fix

"A Fine Fix" by Ray C. Noll is a mid-20th century science fiction tale set amidst the backdrop of military aviation, where Major Grant Reis and First Lieutenant Bridget Ashley find themselves entangled in the enigma of vanished atomjet pilots. Navigating through the labyrinth of pilot errors and mechanical mishaps, Bridget's psychometric expertise hints at a deeper, psychological undercurrent fueling these disappearances, leading to unorthodox testing methods. As Grant supports her investigation, their connection deepens beyond professional courtesy, while the mystery intensifies with the discovery of an atomjet reactor in an unexpected location. The narrative masterfully interweaves technical complexities, psychological insights, and the unfolding relationships of its characters, all converging as Grant embarks on a perilous flight, piloting an atomjet equipped with a covert TV transmitter, in a daring bid to unearth the truth behind the pilots' vanishing acts while contending with his burgeoning emotions for Bridget.