It was a perfect early summer day in Minnesota, warm and clear with a wisp of breeze, the sort of day that we northern fliers will be dreaming of when the snow flies — right about the time you’re reading this. I relaxed on our back deck, savoring my morning coffee and watching our dog, Piper, run around the grassy yard with Chai, my sister’s poodle that we were dog-sitting. My schoolteacher wife, Dawn, lay contentedly in the sun, deep into the first novel of her summer vacation. “What should we do today?” I asked without expecting much of an answer. Dawn thought for a second and cocked one eye up from the book. “Let’s take the dogs to the beach. Is there anywhere that we can fly?” I knew there was a reason I married that girl.
Taking Wing: Dog Is My Copilot
Key Takeaways:
- The author shares his experience of introducing his dog, Piper, to flying in his Piper Pacer aircraft, which was partly chosen for its pet-friendly characteristics.
- Initially, the dog was fearful and anxious during flights, but over time, he adapted and grew to enjoy airborne adventures, often sleeping or watching the scenery.
- Flying with his dog has enriched the author's passion for aviation, facilitating numerous local trips to various airfields and fostering a unique bond of airborne companionship.
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