Famous Soviet navigator and pilot Hero of the Soviet Union Marina Mikhailovna Raskova clearly and fascinatingly talks about her path to military aviation, about the formation of navigational affairs, about her friends and mentors, about female ultra-long flights of the 30s. The book of M. M. Raskova was significantly supplemented by her combat friend of the guard, captain E. A. Migunova. Widely and fully, with great spiritual warmth, she reveals such qualities as the heroism and determination of the wonderful Soviet woman aviator, her humanity and charm. With love and respect, E. A. Migunova talks about his regiment commander - an energetic and demanding and at the same time sympathetic and kind person. All the forces, knowledge and talent of Major Marina Raskova were aimed at the fastest training of crews to fight the hated fascist invaders. The book is designed for the general reader and above all for young people.