After being without our airplane, Big Boy, for several months due to maintenance issues, Shawn and I were thrilled to finally have it back. After a few initial flights to shake off the rust, we were eager to kick off the summer with an adventure. True to his style, Shawn crafted an exceptional plan for our trip. Our destination: Ocean City, ... [READ MORE]

It sounds like an intriguing plan to explore the New York City/Hudson River Class Bravo Exclusion during the stay-at-home period. Flying through this airspace can indeed offer a unique and different perspective, especially given the reduced air traffic due to the lockdowns and restrictions in place. The Hudson River Class Bravo Exclusion provides an exceptional view of the city and surrounding ... [READ MORE]

The end of November is a big time of year - our anniversary, birthdays and Thanksgiving all occur within a three week span. This year was also a milestone birthday for me, so we hopped into 'Big Boy' and flew to places we had never flown to before. Day One:Luray Caverns, Luray, Virginia We decided to head to Luray, Virginia ... [READ MORE]

Pilots live by tracking time. The minute details matter – cross-country hours, solo hours, night flying hours, instrument conditions, and more. Every flight is logged meticulously due to the unpredictability of wind, capable of significantly altering the duration of a journey. In March 2019, I had to fly Big Boy to Dayton, Ohio, for its annual inspection. As I logged the ... [READ MORE]

Owning an airplane has its perks! Errands that used to consume entire days driving can now be achieved in just a few hours. Recently, Shawn and I needed to journey to Champlain, NY, for our Nexus interviews, a trusted traveler program jointly administered by the American and Canadian governments. These interviews involved meeting representatives from both countries to undergo a ... [READ MORE]