As the U.S. Air Force's U-2 Dragon Lady spy plane nears the end of its service, rare opportunities to learn about its fascinating operations and the incredible gear used by its pilots are becoming more sought after. In a recent report, civilian photographer Blair Bunting shared his amazing experience of flying in the U-2, bringing back stunning images from over 70,000 feet. But this time, Bunting’s story focuses not on the flight itself but on the detailed preparations required before he even s...