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points for landing with a 30-kt crosswind. There are no extra points for how fast we can f ly an approach. If you choose to do it, it’s your decision. But when I read about these accidents, it makes me recommit myself to my personal limits, to learning more about my plane, and to better understanding weather.”
Amen, brother.
The next day, we arose before dawn and did a detailed weather briefing. The system had run out of gas and we had a clear shot to Kansas if we launched early. By lunchtime, we were thankful to be home but certainly not disappointed that we delayed a day.
While our airplanes are magic carpets, they are just machines that are no match for the worst Mother Nature can serve up. Think hard about the capabilities and most importantly, the limitations of you and your plane for the flight you are con- templating. Waiting never killed anyone that I know of, but our airplanes sure can.
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Stay hungry for safety.
Dianne White is the executive director of MMOPA and editor of MMOPA Magazine. For a total of 14 years, she was editor of Twin & Turbine and has worked in the business aviation industry for nearly 30 years. She also serves on the board of directors for Angel Flight Central. An active multi-engine, instrument-rated pilot, Dianne lives in the Kansas City area and can be reached at editor@diannewhite.com.
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