Sunday, June 10, 2007
Dear Friends,
I finally made it safely to Shemya, Alaska after crossing the North Pacific. What an experience it was, with shifting winds, different layers and types of clouds, and the possibility of icing on the wings. It was critical to avoid the visible precipitation that can cause icing, which forms rapidly at near-freezing temperatures and high aircraft speed. There is no real way to describe the experience of that flight; I'm simply grateful to be on U.S. soil again.
It is very cold here in Shemya but I was given a warm reception when I arrived. The Air Force, which contracts this airfield, has been more than supportive of the Experience Aviation mission. They are the real heroes by graciously allowing me to stop in Shemya. I will forever be grateful.
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