The Flying Machine Boys on Secret Service; Or, The Capture in the Air

"The Flying Machine Boys on Secret Service; Or, The Capture in the Air" by Frank Walton is a captivating children's adventure where three young aviators find themselves entangled in a dangerous mission. Having just returned stateside from a prior adventure in Peru, Ben Whitcomb, Jimmie Stuart, and Carl Nichols, while camping in the Rocky Mountains, are unexpectedly thrust into intrigue when they encounter suspicious men claiming to be government officials. As they eat their meal around the campfire, they also spot a grizzly bear tumbling down the slope. This encounter puts them on high alert, setting the tone for mystery, potential danger, and thrilling aerial escapades as they work to rescue an abducted post-office inspector and recover vital evidence against a deceitful mail-order company.