So, you’re doing some air travel for the summer? Perhaps you’re anticipating the destination, but not the journey itself. We can commiserate. Yes, there can be many vexations with modern air travel, even in the 21st century. As annoying as it can be, let’s take you back to an earlier era when it was even more unnerving and just plain daring to take to the air.
Luckily, knickerbockers are no longer de rigueur, unless you are pining to show off those fancy new argyle socks Grandma gave you for the holidays.
Although this would be a homey touch for your plane’s pushback, it’s more likely the tractor will be made by a company like AERO Specialties rather than John Deere.
It’s highly unlikely that the airport’s ground crew will use your plane to show off their catch of the day but if they do, send us a picture!
No need for us to dress for the elements at 30,000 feet. We can feel fortunate for that.
So can our pets!
Unfortunately, one thing hasn’t changed. We’re still at the mercy of airline schedules.
Your welcoming party can no longer greet you at planeside. That’s no fun. They’ll have to greet you in baggage claim. But at least they’re available to help you find that lost luggage.
The romance of air travel may have waned, but we must admit it’s a lot faster. If your flight doesn’t get canceled that is.
We do hope you have safe travels and a very happy summer!
#alwaysarchiving
