“Hey, Dick. Just so you know, the airport is closed.” It’s Max calling from the FBO in Lebanon, New Hampshire, about an hour before our proposed takeoff time. “There’s ice on the runway; they are scraping it now. If we can just get a little more sun, it won’t take long before they’ll open 18/36.”
Gear Up: Getting it Done
Key Takeaways:
- Modern aviation technology, exemplified by the author's Citation CJ1, significantly enhances flying reliability and capability, drastically reducing delays compared to earlier, less equipped experiences.
- Despite advanced aircraft and resources, unexpected in-flight technical glitches can still occur, requiring pilot skill, adaptability, and resilience to overcome.
- The experience of making headway against challenges like strong headwinds or in-flight malfunctions serves as a powerful metaphor for the importance of perseverance and resilience in both aviation and life.
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