Birds Beyond Runways: Fun Birding Adventures of a Fighter Pilot

By Punit Mehta

What happens when a fighter pilot swaps supersonic jets for binoculars?

In Birds Beyond Runways, retired Indian Air Force officer Punit Mehta takes readers on a series of unforgettable adventures across India's wetlands, forests, grasslands, and bird sanctuaries. These stories reveal that birdwatching is anything but a quiet hobby.

Filled with humour, friendship, military-style planning, improbable wildlife encounters, and a healthy dose of self-inflicted suffering, these stories capture the joy of searching for nature's smallest wonders.

Whether you are a seasoned birder, a wildlife enthusiast, or someone who simply enjoys a good story, Birds Beyond Runways offers a delightful journey into a world where every outing can become an adventure, and every bird has a tale worth telling.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0H7HFRGLH
• ISBN13: 9798184799193
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 182 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"