Mytai is an F-22 fighter jet with a need for speed! It’s the day of a big training exercise, and to win this airborne game of tag, Mytai will need help from her aircraft friends. By working together and sharing their diverse talents, Mytai and her team accomplish the mission and demonstrate the power of teamwork!
Fly with Mytai is part of the Operation Aviation™ series of rhyming military aircraft adventures, featuring anthropomorphic fighter jets and a supportive cast of aviation friends. Available in English and Spanish. Ages 4 to 8.
Also available in Spanish as Vuela con Maytai (March 12, 2024) / Operación Aviación
979-8-88752-020-9 HC ENG / 979-8-88752-021-6 HC SPA
Brenda Harris
Brenda Harris is illustrator of the Operation Aviation™ picture book series. A second-generation Latina, she is heavily influenced by nature and storytelling. Her illustrations tell playful and engaging stories through rich color palettes, atmospheric lighting, and authentic characters.
Teri Weber
Teri Weber is the author of the Operation Aviation™ picture book series. She is a fourth-generation military officer who serves as a senior pilot in the US Air Force. A seasoned C-17A Instructor Aircraft Commander, she has a passion for developing the next generation of aviators.
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“Fly with Mytai is an entertaining story that will keep readers engaged and excited to see what happens next. The writing and illustrations rooted in real-world fighter pilot tactics bridge the gap between its military inspiration and young readers. Fly with Mytai is a mission success!”
—Michelle “MACE” Curran, former USAF Thunderbird pilot, author, speaker
“Fly with Mytai is a fun and exciting story to introduce children to the unique world of military aviation. Although the hero of the story is Mytai, the author very accurately describes the team effort that takes place to accomplish a very complex mission. I believe this book will open the door and inspire future aviators for many generations to come!”
—Steven “Chewy” Augugliaro, F-22 pilot