Pilots and Avgeeks share a special bond which can usually be described in one word.... Passion. In today's world, it's not uncommon to find pilots that are making their way back into the sky after an extended hiatus. What is less common is to come across a pilot that after being "bitten" by the flying bug, immersed himself into the journey that included earning his private and instrument ticket, the purchase of a plane, and taking trips that previously were only dreams. That's when the story makes a 180 degree turn. Because in this case, the pilot voluntarily decided it was time to walk away.
Listen in to this week's episode of SimpleFlight Radio as Marc and Al sit down with Kirke Machon, a Chicago-based GA pilot that embarked on and completed a journey that most only dream about. And once the dream was complete, had the strength and conviction to walk away. We found the discussion empowering and uplifting. We hope you do as well. As always, we love hearing from you and ask you share your ideas with the entire SimpleFlight Facebook and Instagram community @simpleflightradio Thanks for being a part of the SimpleFlight Family!!!
1 Comment
Jim Stone
5/29/2019 02:58:48 pm
Great story from Kirke Machon; and what a great guy he is. The most important part of the story (in my humble opinion) was about the support he received from the flying club. As a former member of LEFC (Leading Edge Flying Club), it is worth pointing out how it is an outstanding group of some 85 members who have flown every conceivable craft from balloons, to commercial jets. They rate from observers, to flight instructors, to pilot examiners. Totally awesome. The feeling of empowerment and enablement I got from attending monthly breakfasts was every bit as important as my wife's approval and a solvent checking account ;-) Leave a Reply. |
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