No, not one of my predetermined pump-up songs for Nationals last week (which of course, I forgot to bring with me).
I love aviation. I love airplanes, and I love flying. I do as much as I can to immerse myself in this wonderful hobbyist world: I collect diecast airline models, books, and posters. There’s always been something missing, however; actually trying my hand at flying.
That changed a week ago, after I installed Microsoft Flight Simulator, purchased a new video card, and a joystick. I’m now desperately trying to learn the intricacies of straight and level flight, trimming, climbs and descents, and, of course, looking spiffy in my uber-cool pilot sunglasses. My ultimate goal is to reach a level of proficiency where I feel comfortable enough to join up with the gang at United Virtual (my favorite airline, no less) and fly some Saturday scrambles.
Wish me luck!
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TuMahler · October 31, 2005 at 7:20 am
Well, if the pilot dies and the plane is going down, I can be assured that your simulation time will bring us in for a smooth landing. What video card did you get? Any other ugrades?
patfei · October 31, 2005 at 7:31 pm
haha, i hope it’s not embarrassingly silly, but when i watched flightplan last month (go jodie foster!), the first thing that crossed my mind was “wow, you get to see the insides of the plane… jon will have multiple orgasms!”
Joanne · November 1, 2005 at 7:03 pm
Ooooh! so where can i see a picture of you with these uber-cool sunglasses and when will i be able to hop on your flight?