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Sara

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Joe Clark

Sixty-six years ago today the USS Saratoga, CV-3, fell victim to a horrendous attack by the Japanese.  The Japanese, taking advantage of poor weather and low clouds, were able to approach the aircraft carrier at about five o’clock in the … Continue reading →

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Timing is Everything

Posted on September 28, 2010 by Joe Clark

Somewhere out at sea tonight, Navy pilots will finish up their mission briefs and then, just like in the movies, they will sync up their watches.  What they are doing is synchronizing their wristwatches with the PLAT (pilot landing aid … Continue reading →

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True Solitude

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Joe Clark

In yesterday’s blog, I touched on the peculiar sense of solitude found only in flying alone.  I have spent my fair share of flight time flying solo.  In my Part 135 days, I was alone from Sunday night to Friday … Continue reading →

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