The Mystery Crash

When a test flight over a quiet cornfield catches a glimpse of something odd, three young adventurers—Bob, his brother Al, and their friend Curt—decide to investigate. From the cockpit, the test pilot circles back, giving the kids a fleeting view of a sleek, two‑winged aircraft tucked among the stalks, its tail and wings hidden by trees. Excited by the sight, the trio lands the plane, grabs their bicycles, and races across three miles of stubble to the secret landing spot.

There they find a pristine, unmanned airplane, its engine warm and fuel tanks full, a small parachute folded nearby, and a cryptic note pinned to the seat. The note hints at a hurried departure and a purpose that the boys cannot yet decipher, sparking a puzzle that blends their love of aviation with their family’s detective legacy. As they examine the hidden craft, the mystery deepens, promising a summer of clues, daring sleuthing, and the chance to uncover who forced the aircraft into the field and why.