Category Archives: Flying

What I am doing on September 11

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Rick Bookwalter

There will be lots of ways that the tragedy and shock, the valor and sacrifice of September 11 will be remembered today. In spite of all that has happened in these past 11 years, and I can assure you that … Continue reading →

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Moon Rise at 39,000 Feet

Posted on May 6, 2012 by Rick Bookwalter

Last night I was flying from Chicago to Washington during the rising of the “Super Moon.” The view was simply spectacular. I took a few photos, but my cell phone camera does not begin to capture the beauty of this … Continue reading →

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A pilot’s life for me…

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Rick Bookwalter

Would you think me facetious if I said a pilot’s life is full of ups and downs. The last three days I have had a continuous barrage of fires and engine failures, instrument errors, flight control malfunctions, and other emergencies … Continue reading →

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