Nicolas Jackson

A Layover In Alaska

Revisado: 02-04-17

Would you listen to The Last Bush Pilots again? Why?

Yes. It was an enjoyable but realistic look into bush flying in Alaska that taught you about the profession while giving you an interesting backdrop of characters, landscapes and interesting, if slow, plot. Listening again would be an enjoyable way to pass the time on a long flight.

Who was your favorite character and why?

It's a toss up. But, I think "Crash" is my favorite. He is complex and demonstrates a man with some experience still learning his craft.

What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?

I thought the performance was so so. The characters voices didn't vary enough which can make it hard to follow at times and you can hear a few edits here and there. But, that is made up for by the narrator's passion and knowledge of aviation.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Due to the slow start I stopped and started a lot. But, the last third of the book or so I listened to in one shot.

Any additional comments?

I really would like to hear a squeal

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A Wonderful First Novel!

Revisado: 11-02-14

What did you love best about Flight for Control?

I liked that the author used real aviation issues to fuel a hopefully far fetched story. I also like that there were enough details in the book to satisfy me as an accident investigation and airplane nut while not going over the head the average passenger. If you are afraid to fly this might not help you out. But, if you like gaining some insight into the issues that plague the discussions of those in the pointy end of the plane this is a must read!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Flight for Control?

The cinematic climax was a gut-wrenching. Be prepared to cry. I kid you not!

What does Dina Pearlman bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Listening to Miss Pearlman's reading helped me see the characters in way that I couldn't if I were just reading the text. As usual the is an Audible Production and adds a lot of value to the words on the page!

If you could take any character from Flight for Control out to dinner, who would it be and why?

Darby. She is strong, witty and a darn good pilot! Sadly, I don't think she would want anything to do with me

Any additional comments?

Give this book a chance even if you aren't an airplane geek! It's very much worth it! You can tell that this is Mrs Petitt first novel. But, honestly, that works in the books favor more often than not. I just wish that the cause of the crashes weren't raveled till the main character makes the discovery. I also wish that there could have been a few parts that placed the charterers at the accidents scenes doing onsite analysis. Still, it's a great story and you will learn a lot about aviation while enjoying the story!

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