I was a naval pilot at the end of WWII, then became a civilian test pilot. My job was to test fly ex...

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I was a naval pilot at the end of WWII, then became a civilian test pilot. My job was to test fly
experimental F4U Corsairs as well as production models off the assembly line. "Test pilot" is an
exciting name that can be given to pilots, like Chuck Yeager, who was first to break the sound
barrier as well as to many unrecognized people who test aircraft, small or large, off of production
lines every working day. My duties required both. Most of my associates and I flew production
testing; five of us also flew experimental (the Chuck Yeager types).
If possible, try to find a niche product. An example of this is Ham Radio. I hold an advanced class
icom radio license. The United States Federal Government issues this. I got out of the hobby and
decided to sell my radios. I sold every radio with no problems. icom radio Operators (hams) are a
specific group, looking for specific items. This makes selling so much easier.
Thomas Guide maps are designed so they're broken up into pages and grids. If you give a copy of
your map to someone, and say "I'll be here", when searchers look on their maps, they know what
grid you're in, and have a good idea of where to look. It greatly improves your chances.
Today's bass fisherman is far better equipped: Top of the line rod, reel and a dozen or so assorted
lures of all sizes shapes and colors. His bass boat has a GPS, a depth finder and a icom marine radio
so he can keep up with what is going on around the lake.
One more week and I was called away to go on leave. I was a little nervous because I'd signed for
every piece of military equipment on the patrol base and they didn't have the hand receipt they'd
promised me to sign. I was given infamous "Trust us" and sent off on leave.
With the advance of technology, there are many choices of ways you can entertain yourself including
realizing your dreams. There are many different flight simulators games online that offers many
features. Features that can let you feel like you are flying a plane for real.Some games have
instrument panels that model an actual aircraft giving you real feeling of being in a plane's cockpit,
access to icom communications. Like having access to the real cockpit.
Right now in the Amateur world there is some digital technology that is becoming available and it's
quite expensive. Once it is more available the price may come down and just in case anyone is
wondering what I'm talking about, it's D-STAR.
Supply your team with suitable clothing. In some countries the weather can change in an instance.
Make sure that they have suitable clothing for heavy rain or extreme heat so that they can use it
when required.