Blanche wrote:

Besides, it's nice to have company on the non-AF leg.
And let me tell you -- 3.5 hour legs by yourself is NOT fun!

I actually enjoy flying by myself, since it allows me to participate in all
things aviation (pireps, weather analysis, approach plate briefing,
plotting position along the way, etc.) without having to entertain
non-pilot passengers.

Last May I flew solo across the US in a Bonanza, only landing for fuel and
to quickly stretch my legs. Total flying time was around 13 hours.

Fortunately, we still have an unblemished record while flying
patients...but that doesn't change the fact we've lost someone
in our family.

My deepest condolences to your group.

--
Peter