Book One, Israel: Chapters 6-9 Summary

The two El Al Concordes take flight, climbing through the clouds. Avidar checks in with Becker, asking if he can see the F-14's. Becker reaches Laskov on the radio. Laskov responds that he can see both planes. Laskov contact the ED-2 Hawkeye, with all of the latest electronic monitoring equipment on board. The technician on the Hawkeye asks Laskov if he can see anything to the southwest, as they have a blip on the radar. Those aboard the Hawkeye try to establish radio contact with the craft.

Laskov considers his options. The Phoenix missiles he carries on board the F-14 will reach the approaching aircraft before it can fire upon the Concordes if he acts immediately, however he remembers Miriam Bernstein's plea for restraint. At the Citadel, General Talman acknowledges the dilemma Laskov faces...