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Bi-weekly entries on freedom, flight, and the American experience. Reflections from 12,000+ hours in the cockpit.

Free To Fly: The Certificate vs. The License
December 29, 20258 min readPhilosophy

Free To Fly: The Certificate vs. The License

In Maine, you can start your engine and fly to California without filing a flight plan, talking to anyone, or asking permission. This isn't permission granted—it's freedom earned through demonstrated competence.

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