Reading that it comes across a lot better than the TV clip.
Even the Biggles statement doesnt sound so bad.
The guy obviously thought he was in a mess and what would his childhood hero have done.
Often films or books read or viewed as kids sow the seeds for future passions and Biggles must have been a big inspiration to many pilots flying today.
I hope he doesnt give up flying but does take stock and learns from this experience. I also hope that he gets some coaching in flight planning and management especially regarding checking his fuel and reserves before taking to the air again
Pace