Originally Posted by
27/09
Certainly an absolutely amazing flight and achievement BUT he doesn't cross the equator, just like so many Round the World flights. I know they still count as an Earth Rounder flight but for me a Round the World flight should have to cross the equator.
He has crossed some very remote territory,visited every state in the USA and flown over some very hostile seas. All in an open cockpit without any ground support team.
I suspect a lot of the awards brigade will not rush to shower him with medals,trophies and certificates despite the fact this is a first.
If it was so easy why have others failed in the past.
James is a down to earth self effacing individual who deserves recognition for his achievements.
Lets see how things pan out over the next week.