Well, yes, I had left my phone on the Virgin Atlantic flight to London. So, yes, I was out of touch for the six days it took me to get it back from “Missing X” somewhere in the ductwork of Heathrow Airport. So, yes, there was a delay in receiving your voicemail.
Gear Up: Bad Joke?
Key Takeaways:
- The author experienced a sudden and drastic 212% increase in aviation insurance premiums for his single-pilot jet, making continued ownership financially challenging.
- Despite the author's professional flying background and a detailed appeal highlighting his rigorous safety practices, the best negotiated outcome was a 51% premium increase with a future restriction on single-pilot flying.
- The article expresses skepticism regarding the justifications provided for the "hardening" aviation insurance market, citing stable general aviation accident rates and disputing the insurers' claimed losses.
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