The New Owner Voices Of Flying

Stranded in Chicago?

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 02:54 PM ET

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Meigs Field was the best way to fly into Chicago for GA pilots—before it was destroyed in March 2003. [Credit: Friends of Meigs Field]

Key Takeaways:

Renting flying club aircraft frequently led to frustration due to scheduling conflicts and inflexible itineraries, as illustrated by thwarted vacation plans and a stressful close call at Meigs Field.
These restrictive experiences highlighted the significant advantage of aircraft ownership, which offers unparalleled freedom and spontaneity to adjust plans as desired, a key unquantifiable benefit over renting.

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Jason McDowell is a private pilot and Cessna 170 owner based in Madison, Wisconsin. He enjoys researching obscure aviation history and serves as a judge for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association. He can be found on Instagram as @cessnateur.