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Originally Posted by Av8rgirl
I take exception to this remark. Steve Fossett was a very experienced, gifted, knowledgeable, and respected pilot. Until his plane is found, no one will ever know what happened to him. There are only two things that cause accidents...mechanical failure and human error. The ony way know which what ever happened to Steve is find the missing aircraft.
Search and Rescue efforts are launched when an aircraft is reported missing and it doesn't matter who the pilot is...rich, poor, male, female, or whoever they may be.
There are still people looking for Amelia Earhardt...
I have met Steve Fossett...and am very glad I had the opportunity to meet this aviation pioneer.
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I was referring to his penchant for pursuing world records in dangerous ways. He may not have been involved in setting a record at the time, but he was scouting for a location. I meant no disrespect toward the man or his wife. I just think people should be responsible for their own recreation expenses, especially if they are in a position to afford the cost.
It was a tragic event, and my heart goes out to his widow.