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Track up. And I reconfigured my car GPS's for track up... takes a bit getting used to but in the end, I think the orientation is improved for me. Edit: Wait, I screwed up... North up I meant... I am confused just thinking about it...; )

Of course he is monetizing... but in this case, he is monetizing in an extremely classy way to the betterment of all pilots. How many leaders in any field whether it be politics, universities, corporations, sports and yes even social media "influencers" such as Mike actually take 100% of the...

A world class guy... money can't buy that.

I have a Flight Design and I used to announce "Flight Design 521JW" and some know what the plane is, and some do not and ask me what it is (Foxtrot Delta Charlie Tango is the technical code). I started saying "Light Sport" and that became more meaningful to ATC as they immediately know the...

New England Air Museum, near Bradley Airport... in the Hartford CT / Springfield MA area. A great way to spend an afternoon.

"...We will have all electric aircraft before FADEC takes hold in the GA market..." I agree. With the auto companies now bypassing the "hybrid" (gas + electric) engine for all electric, they are betting Billions that it is a matter of time when battery life will be acceptable and cheap... When...

So, same boat. I prefer the cross country excitement as well. But, I know that flying is a journey-man's trade, meaning, it takes a HUGE amount of experience and then some to be major league proficient. I do cross countries with flying pals, and, I spend my alone time "practicing". When I...

"..Dad, this is just like Google Earth..." -- my then 19 year old son.

As a frequent flier, my heart lies with the crew because I see a lot of passengers take advantage of the system, blah... but, I also see tons of passengers legitimately confused by the pricing schemes. I have witnessed the Airlines game the system to maximize revenues and profits... if I owned...

The crew used really bad judgement, but it isn't their collective "fault". The COO who is responsible for systems, contingencies and employee training... should be taken to the woodshed. Many times over the years people would make a snide remark about why my son who wasn't helping lift the...

Flying... the journey that never ever ends...

I just turned 59 today... so, yes, you really are pretty old...; ) Congrats on your story and plane. Very cool. Flying I have discovered really is truly about the journey, which never ever seems to end. Keeps it interesting. Have fun.

Rein, no, the Quantas A380 issue was caused by a faulty inexpensive part that spewed oil... the oil puddled and exploded. Altogether different. This string's A380 Engine failure however is similar to the infamous Sioux City United Flight. The guys who "flew" this plane deserve every medal...

Tim, When we travel with our William... we do all that you stated. Either the family did not buy a co-joining seat (seat booked later) to save money, or, the plane was out of the class of seat at booking... or, for whatever reason the man was "bumped". It happens... My son now travels on...

I retired recently, before that I traveled extensively throughout my career, Asia, Europe, West Coast mainly. I would say that I am a traveling pro and as such I have gotten to know many Flight Attendants, Booking personnel and Pilots. They have extremely difficult, "dealing with the public"...

An epic General Aviation trip... thank you for sharing !!

I am new here... and love the site due to its passion and good balance of viewpoints. Not a Facebook member or fan. I am (almost) 59, so... figure I'll be here for another 20 years, then I'll go to that place they reserve upstairs for pilots who haven't learned how to make, at least...

Good for the "Stars" who help lift interest in GA, remind us that GA is a blast, is a life long learning experience, and, they are now raising money for good causes. My new favorite GA YouTube star is... **drum roll**... "Hal". Hal is Trent Palmer's flying buddy who joined up with Trent and...

My top future "gee, how did that happen" tank stock is Tractor Supply (TSCO)... Every time I go in, they don't have what I need (basic stuff), and, there are no to little customers. We have one every 12 miles and I live in New England, not exactly "Farm Country"... They seem to have good...

My Plan A of arriving the Friday before OSH start was dashed due to WX. I arrived at dusk Weds... to FDL... spent my Weds eve assembling a Tent, which, if you look in a dictionary, the definition of "Tent" is a thing you swear at until it is assembled. I want to slap the guy who invented my...