Nathan’s First Flight

For my son’s birthday this year, I decided that “stuff” would just not get it as a gift. I wanted to gift him an experience.

I have always thought my son has a brilliant intellect and is more than just a little adventuresome. I had spoken with him before about possible different careers, one of which was a pilot. But how to get him started?

We live close to an airfield, so doing some research I found some private instructors willing to take him up for an introductory flight. Even though it was a very early morning (I woke him at 5:15am), he had a great time and says enjoyed it! He is interested in doing more and getting at least his private pilots license! As a bonus, I was invited to come along and sit rear seat! So Doug, if your reading this, we will be in touch soon!

Below are some pictures and videos of the morning. I hope you enjoy!

Preflight
Priming, starting and taxiing….
More taxiing…
Waiting for traffic….
Take off!

Dad’s 75th Birthday Surprise

Surprise!!

I flew to Charlotte to surprise my father for his 75th Birthday. My brother and his family picked me up at the airport and I stayed the first night with my sister and her family.

The next morning, they had my father come to my sisters house to pick up something. I had locked the door and was there with iPhone at the ready to the the video. Boy, was he surprised!!!

The Wilson Boys

My nephews CJ, Wade and Ty are the athletic type. Actually their sisters are as well! Apparently the boys were watching You Tube on the ole inner web and come across the stunt shot type videos and were motivated to make their own.

I have no idea who the camera man was or who did the editing or how many millions of “takes” it took but the goofiness is their own!

Is it real? You decide…

Enjoy!