I saw this press release covered in the WSJ the other as I sat in the (way) back of a UA 767. Fortunately we were headed someplace good, but as I sat sandwiched in between my kids, their DVD players and peanut butter sandwiches, I chuckled at how far away I was at that moment [...]
Archive for February, 2009
New Cessna Ad Campaign
February 19, 2009Sully Sullenberger is awesome on 60 Minutes – Pilots do NOT miss!
February 9, 2009A remarkable interview on 60 Minutes on CBS by Katie Couric tonight about the amazing act of heroism and pilotage on the Hudson on Jan 15th. A few close-to quotes below but please, please watch this interview if you’re a GA Pilot. CBS did a great job on this story.
Congratulations to the Crew and Flight [...]
VLJ Event Canceled
February 4, 2009Just heard the upcoming NBAA VLJ event in San Diego was canceled. This represents yet another setback (or I guess is a reflections of the setbacks) for the VLJ industry. I’ve been rooting for all of the VLJ manufacturers from the start, mostly because the arrival of an entirely new aviation platform would spur significant [...]
Baby got GPS
February 3, 2009Kids love the ride up front. This day was smooth, fortunately.
Malibu Annual (and Moab/Rockies Photos!)
February 2, 2009It came time for the aircraft annual, and I decided to fly the Mirage to the ultimate Malibu Guru, a man named Kevin Mead in Kansas. Kevin is a bit of a legend in the Malibu/Mirage community, mostly for his incredible dedication to the make and model, but also for his really impeccable skill. Kevin [...]
Airplane Make/Model User groups
February 2, 2009When you decide to purchase any make and model aircraft, it’s best to first consult the experts. In Cessnas you have the amazing Cessna Pilot’s Association (CPA), in Bonanzas the American Bonanza Society (who’s home base in Wichita, KS I just drove by!!!) , and in Cirrus you have COPA. All are groups that strive [...]
