Ever wonder where the term “Squawk” comes from? I actually never paid it much attention, but when you think about it, it’s a pretty strange term. Thank you Bob Doyle for bringing attention to this article on the development of aircraft surveillance systems. If you want to find the answer, take a look at this […]
“Cessna 642SP, Squawk 4425” Read More »
A Harrowing Tale of Ditching in the Pacific The history of successful ditchings can be written on a small piece of paper. We all know the story of the USAirways “Miracle on the Hudson” – callsign ‘Cactus 1549’, but the story of ‘Clipper 6’ was news to me. I came across the story of the
Bob was a member and former president of Blue Sky, but those are the least of his accomplishments. He died on Sunday – 102 years young….”young” because he was the among the liveliest, most spirited, and thoughtful people you could meet. The epitome of gentility. Bob was born a Texan, but married a Jersey girl
Retired Lt. Col. Bob Vaucher – R.I.P. Read More »
December 8, 2020 Recently, Paul and I flew both the East River and the Hudson River Exclusions. It was a magnificent clear day [CAFB]. We worked as a crew; Paul flew as Captain and I was his First Officer, on the radio and helping with navigation and checklists. I know that there are some Blue
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December 8, 2020 A concise presentation on the issues surrounding winter flight – both from a Blue Sky operating perspective and from a safety perspective. Presented by Tom Halvorson on Monday, 12/7/2020. POWERPOINT PRESENTATION ON WINTER FLYING
Winter Flying Presentation Read More »
Chock Talk – November 30, 2020
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Chock Talk – Sept 30, 2020
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