At the age of 27, having just made my first film, Boiler Room, I found myself riding a brand new BMW K1200RS south on the Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan. The bike was a gift from Ben Affleck (it’s customary to buy the director a modest gift when you wrap a film, but this was generous by any measure). This is a relevant detail because I thought the world belonged to me at that age, and an ancillary effect of that foolish thought is the sense that you are immune from harm. Or as some refer to it: your 20s.
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Key Takeaways:
- The author recounts several near-fatal incidents, including a high-speed motorcycle accident and several close calls while piloting airplanes, highlighting a pattern of risky behavior despite increasing age and experience.
- He reflects on the disconnect between his younger, reckless self and his current, supposedly more cautious self, questioning whether he's truly learned from his past mistakes.
- The author emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and humility in aviation, acknowledging the ever-present danger and the need for checklists and self-reflection to avoid future incidents.
- He uses his experiences to illustrate that even with age and experience, risk-taking behavior persists, highlighting the importance of constant vigilance and awareness to prevent accidents.
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