“Hey, Dick. Just so you know, the airport is closed.” It’s Max calling from the FBO in Lebanon, New Hampshire, about an hour before our proposed takeoff time. “There’s ice on the runway; they are scraping it now. If we can just get a little more sun, it won’t take long before they’ll open 18/36.”
Gear Up: Getting it Done
Key Takeaways:
- The author contrasts his early flying experiences, characterized by frequent delays and cancellations in less capable aircraft, with the enhanced reliability and capability offered by modern aviation, particularly his Cessna Citation CJ1.
- A recent flight, despite starting with an ice delay and encountering in-flight technical issues and severe headwinds, was successfully completed due to the advanced aircraft and the pilot's experience.
- The experience of "hanging in there" through flight challenges, such as strong headwinds, is presented as a metaphor for the broader life lesson of resilience and perseverance.
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