The Precision of Flight Pilots live by the clock. Every minute matters—cross-country hours, solo hours, night flying hours, instrument conditions, and beyond. Each flight is logged with exactitude, as the capricious nature of wind can profoundly impact the journey's duration. In March 2019, I embarked on a significant milestone: flying Big Boy to Dayton, Ohio, for its annual inspection. As I noted ... [READ MORE]

The Joys of Airplane Ownership Owning an airplane brings its own set of remarkable advantages. What once required entire days of driving now becomes a journey of mere hours. Recently, Shawn and I embarked on a trip to Champlain, NY, for our Nexus interviews—a trusted traveler program jointly overseen by the American and Canadian governments. These interviews entailed meeting with representatives ... [READ MORE]

Our inaugural adventure in Big Boy didn't take us far from home. Zack had the idea to explore our surroundings, taking me for a ride in our new plane before we landed at Sky Manor Airport. Despite our hopes to visit the Sky Café restaurant, we arrived late in the afternoon, just as they were closing. Unfortunately, they're only open ... [READ MORE]

A Return to Familiar Skies Having recently completed the cross-country journey with Big Boy (N793D) from Longview/Tyler, Texas to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania via Dayton, Ohio, I found myself back in familiar territory. My time in Dayton was consumed with rigorous training sessions, yet I had not yet ventured up in the airplane alone. Throughout our journey from Texas, there was always a ... [READ MORE]

Day Five: The Journey’s End Today marked the culmination of our journey—Big Boy’s final flight home to Philadelphia. This week has been a tapestry of exhilarating experiences, with over twelve hours logged in the air. By day’s end, our logbook would record over twenty hours—a remarkable feat in such a fleeting period. My gratitude for Brad’s unwavering support throughout this adventure ... [READ MORE]