On Wed, 20 Dec 2006 22:55:37 -0500, "Kobra" wrote:

What great folk aviators are to each other. How trusting and caring. God
bless them and I hope one day I can repay their kindness for saving our trip
and allowing my father-in-law to have such a cherished memory. His greatest
moment was standing on Little Round Top just at sunset looking out on the
hallowed battleground of Pickett's Charge.

Nice post Kobra. I have been helped out by numerous good samaritans
while flying XCs. I have also been able to return the favor many
times too.

Your post is also a good reminder that preflight planning is not
limited to the aviation part of flying. Desination transport, food,
and lodging may not be life-threatening, but they are definitely a
critical piece of enjoying flying.