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In article , "Walt Shiel" writes:
|> : Orval Fairbairn wrote:
|> :
|> : > > Really? I currently know several Eagle, Viper and Hornet (in the
|> Guard,
|> : > > Reserves and Active duty) drivers that despise civil aviation and
|> think all
|> : > > civilian flying should be banned.
|>
|> After one career as a USAF pilot (21 years, active, ANG, and Reserves) and
|> 15 years into a second career in defense aerospace, where I work with dozens
|> of ex-military pilots and current guard/reserve pilots, I have never
|> encountered anyone with such an attitude. Most support GA completely and
|> many of us still exercise our civilian licenses.
|>
|> I think you have most likely misinterpreted the fighter pilot ego or your
|> own prejudices and jealousies are coloring what you hear.
|>
|> Lighten up and quit painting brother pilots with such a dismal, broad brush.
|>


Remember that it only takes one to make an impression.

As some evidence of the one, I point to Sen McCain, a former Naval aviatior.

Edward "Thank God we dont get all of the government that we pay for" Zager

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