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Real Pilot Story: Ditching in the Dark

Link to certificate and ASI transcript: http://bit.ly/RPSDITDCert
Description: On the night of October 9, 2009, a Mooney pilot and his two passengers experience engine failure over the Gulf of Mexico. The pilot, realizing he won't be able to reach land, has only one option—ditch his aircraft in the rough dark waters below. But, did he prepare adequately for a night flight over water?

Running time: 07:29.

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