On Thu, 22 Sep 2005 13:17:30 +0200, Stefan
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Larry Dighera wrote:

Actually, flying is a bit more than a hobby
...
flying is a life and death matter after all.

As are many hobbies ... not to mention driving a car.



I wouldn't characterize driving a car as a hobby, unless perhaps it's
on a race track.

There are those hobbies, such as rock climbing, SCUBA diving, even
sailing, that are potentially life and death matters, but they don't
demand the public to extend their trust for their participation as
does aviation.

That is why I feel it is important for airmen to act responsibly and
prudent in the air and in public.