My last flight on a real plane prior to yesterday was in August. Of course it’s almost October. I spent the morning packing my bag and checking my kit bag. Took me a while to remember how to pack. Whenever I go out on a trip I pack the exact same clothes every week. Same [...]

Tomorrow I start a 3 day trip. It was a 4 day but because I worked the last 3 days it created a 7 day conflict. This morning I finished my last simulator training for the day. It was a very early show…4:30AM. Whenever I know I have to get up early I never sleep [...]

My family had a great time in Germany. The long flight annoyed my daughter. Halfway back she turned to me and said, “I want to go outside please”….she’s just 2 years old. I rented a BMW 525D wagon from Sixt. It was my first time driving a BMW and a diesel. I loved both. From [...]

I’m back. I’ve had a really good career until this month. I passed every check ride the FIRST time. I’ve now been humbled. As a pilot I like being in control. I always want to succeed. It’s hard to throw my hands in the air and say “I can’t do it.” I should have. Earlier [...]

This should start at 46 minutes 9 seconds. Off to Germany.   Ok the ABOVE link starts at the right spot. This previous window does not…fast forward to 46 minutes 9 seconds…or watch the whole thing…great show ! ?t=46m9s

My issues outside of flying are affecting my judgement and thus flying. Going to be sitting out for a while. This sites not going anywhere, but won’t be updated likely until the end of the month. Gotta get my head straight.   Geek.