Call it renewal or redemption, but flying has taken on a more important, maybe even precious, role in life. COVID-19 made sure that flying for all of us was sharply diminished. As we started to come back, I found the cadences and clearances to be more like diamonds, each exquisite and pleasing in a lapidary way.
Rising from Viral Ashes
Key Takeaways:
- The COVID-19 pandemic significantly diminished flying for the author, leading to a profound renewal of appreciation for each subsequent flight.
- After a six-week hiatus, the author gradually returned to flying, starting with personal flights in his CJ1 and later resuming co-pilot duties on a CJ2+.
- These post-lockdown flying experiences, from technical checks to enjoying small-airport camaraderie and unique aviation moments, brought a heightened sense of satisfaction and well-being.
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