Bully for the Kids Up Front

I was having fun despite it being a slog on the airlines. Id spun a cancelation of my flight to La Guardia (due to a tropical storm shutting down the East Coast) into a direct flight home from Toronto to Portland. Circumstance even got me into an airport members-only lounge with cozy couches and free food while I got some work done on the laptop.

Key Takeaways:

• The author, unexpectedly on a small 19-seat plane, expressed apprehension due to the very young appearance of the flight crew and anticipated challenging weather conditions.
• Despite initial concerns and a difficult approach into Portland with low ceilings and strong crosswinds, the young first officer skillfully executed the landing under the captain's supervision.
• The experience left the author impressed by the young crew's professionalism, competence, and enthusiasm for flying, praising their ability to handle a tough situation.

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