Each year for the past few years the Pennsylvania Bureau of Aviation has sponsored an art contest focused on aviation. Getting a child’s perspective on our gift of flight can’t help but make those of us who take flying for granted, smile broadly.
A few weeks ago, I went on the newly-established Journey Through Hallowed Ground– that spans Pennsylvania, Virginia and Maryland, and extends roughly from Gettysburg to Monticello–and I learned more in 11 days and 180 miles than I did in all my schooling.
The Cruise Vessel Security and Safety Act of 2009 is nearly law. Ned Levi has reviewed its provisions, and suggests 2 critical changes to fix the legislation, to make if a far better comprehensive law, to better ensure cruise ship passenger security and safety.
Seven years after 9/11/2001 major memorials are finally being dedicated to the passengers and crew over this past year. Two new memorials were unveiled at Logan Airport, Boston, and at the Pentagon, just outside of Washington, DC. More are planned. Never forget.