It stands to reason that if you hang around FBOs long enough, you’ll see some famous folks. [Courtesy: Dick Karl]
Key Takeaways:
FBOs (Fixed-Base Operators) at airports frequently offer opportunities to encounter celebrities, particularly in busy urban areas.
The author recounts several personal interactions with famous individuals, from former President Gerald Ford holding a door to flying an NHL player and Diana Ross.
In the author's experience, most celebrities encountered were generally polite, approachable, and often utilized private aviation for the practical demands of their busy schedules rather than pure extravagance.
If you hang around FBOs long enough, you’ll see some famous people.
This is especially true at airports near big cities with those fancy FBOs featuring high ceilings, mood lighting, attractive customer service representatives, and exorbitant gas prices. I see nearly 10 bucks a gallon for fuel at Logan International Airport (KBOS)—jet-A or 100LL.
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Dick Karl is a cancer surgeon who appreciates the beauty and science involved in both surgery and flying. Dick’s monthly Gear Up celebrates the human side of flying. He writes about his enthusiasm for both the machines and the people who fly and maintain them.
