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Unusual Attitudes: My Lips are Sealed

Speaking at the WACO Air Museum dedication, unwillingly. Courtesy Martha Lunken
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Key Takeaways:

  • The author, a seasoned pilot with a "checkered" FAA career, initially feels inadequate to accept speaking invitations compared to highly credentialed aviation experts.
  • She reflects on her extensive past experience as an FAA accident-prevention specialist, where she regularly delivered engaging, extemporaneous talks and organized successful aviation safety seminars.
  • This introspection helps her realize that her unique, conversational style was effective and appreciated by audiences, prompting her to consider overcoming her pride and embracing future speaking opportunities.
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The call wasn’t tempting at first, but it improved along the way: “Martha, do you still give speeches or programs telling about your background and experiences? Our new aviation club vice president asked me to contact you. Would you be our guest speaker for the Christmas dinner next December? Dr. Frank Van Graas was our speaker this year.”

Martha Lunken

Martha Lunken is a lifelong pilot, former FAA inspector and defrocked pilot examiner. She flies a Cessna 180 and anything with a tailwheel, from Cubs to DC-3s.

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