Some forum users told us about their experiences flying in or out of Bermuda. Planes catching fire and falling apart and fuel tanks suddenly empty. I had to see this for myself...I planned a flight from Mitchell (nearest on-land airfield, barely long enough runway to take my 737 up in the air :-)) and here is my report...watch and shiver! Be warned!
I thought this whale-like 737 would be the most suitable for the job...
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It took all my strenght to pull out of Mitchell, but I got her airborne! (what else did you expect :-))
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After one hour I reached my destination....Bermuda! My bloodpressure went high...
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Good to know I was not alone out there...
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The sun was sinking in the sea...something I intended NOT to do :-)
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My buddy the TWA-plane I saw before did manage to land safely...now it was my turn!
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Almost there...
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Well, not the most award winning touchdown, but hey! I did get her down didn't I?
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So, after taxiing to the parking spot, I shut down the engines and it's fair to say...I was a little bit disappointed! No fireworks, ghostplanes or whatsoever! BUT...let this be a valuable lesson to all your fellow-simmers out there afraid of flying to Bermuda....just don't be! If anything bad happens on your flight you probably need a new computer :-)
Sure you are welcome to proof me wrong...
Greetz,
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Third Officer


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