Larry Dighera writes:

If you require the reflection of another person to validate your
aviation experience, you aren't doing it right.

The law requires it, unfortunately.

The joy of dwelling in the third dimension and beholding the sights
from a lofty vantage point, not to mention the utility of aviation as
a mode of transport, are the true reasons for becoming a pilot.

Best not to mention the utility of aviation as a mode of transport, at least
with respect to small GA aircraft.

--
Transpose mxsmanic and gmail to reach me by e-mail.