Learning to Fly
So much of our American culture revolves around flying - think of all the songs that mention it and the sayings we use-- “Fly like the wind,” or “Go fly a kite”. But what if you want to actually learn to fly? How hard is it to get a pilot’s license? The answer mostly depends on how much money and effort you’re willing and able to put into it. There might be other obstacles to overcome as well. I came into flying later in life, well after my youthful fearlessness had worn off. That meant I had to overcome two fears of mine - dying and emptying my wallet.
Flight Tracking Made Easy
Technology has made it very easy to track an airplane’s progress as it departs one airport and travels to another. Whether it’s you on board or a loved one, it’s comforting to know the exact location of the plane.
The Need for Eco-Flying
According to a recent report written by many of the world’s most respected scientists, carbon emissions, that nasty problem at the root of most climate change issues, is largely due to humans burning gas, oil, and coal. Airplanes alone generate two percent of the world’s carbon emissions. That amount is likely to increase substantially over the coming years as fare prices lower and more people can afford to fly. Already, airplanes are the fastest growing source of carbon dioxide in the United Kingdom and in several other countries around the world.
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