I remember, back when I lived in Kentucky, watching news coverage one evening of a midair collision that had occurred that day. The TV news reporter was giving his report on the accident while standing in front of a tied-down Piper Archer at the local airport. The Archer had foam-backed, silver, reflective sunshades in all of its windows — the kind many pilots use to keep the sun from damaging the interiors of airplanes parked outdoors. As the TV reporter solemnly related the known details of the crash, he noted that the pilot of one of the airplanes had been an instrument student practicing maneuvers (the reporter paused and gestured to the blocked Piper windows behind him) “under the hood.”
Stuart Woods: Real Flying, Real Fiction
the Bridgeford Flying Services FBO,
Napa County Airport. Jeffrey Berlin
Key Takeaways:
- Best-selling author Stuart Woods is an experienced pilot who has owned and flown various aircraft, from Cessnas to a Piper Jetprop, and now a Cessna Mustang jet, primarily for solo travel and book tours.
- Woods' novels are highly regarded by pilots for their authentic and accurate aviation details, which stem directly from his personal flying experiences.
- His literary protagonist, Stone Barrington, often mirrors Woods' own life, including his progression through different aircraft and travel habits, creating a relatable "parallel universe" for readers.
- Flying his own jet is crucial for Woods to undertake his frequent book tours, as he states he would not travel by commercial airlines.
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