The Enigma of D.B. Cooper

This chapter explores the notorious D.B. Cooper case, analyzing how the lax security of the past allowed for his infamous disappearance. The narrative contrasts eyewitness accounts and popular myths, including portrayals in modern media, while also examining the social changes in people's appearances over time. The chapter culminates in a tense moment aboard a Boeing 727 as the hijacking unfolds, highlighting the stark contrast between routine air travel and the panic that ensues when a passenger reveals the possession of a bomb.