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Old 10-23-2005, 01:32 PM
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Default Wouldn't it be nice

If we could assemble examples of good reporting about general aviation, so that maybe we could get some ideas on ways to highlight the positive aspects of what we do. Not as sexy and simple as just throwing up our hands and saying "reporters are idiots," but it might actually make a difference.

Here's one:
On a wing - and with care Pilots lift spirits of patients and families

(Star Tribune - Minneapolis 10/23/05)
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Old 10-23-2005, 09:07 PM
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Default Good aviation reporting

You are right, Bob, this is the kind of thing we need to get in front of the general public as much as we can. Great article.
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Old 10-24-2005, 12:16 AM
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Bob,

What fun would that be!!!!

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Old 10-24-2005, 08:15 AM
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great story! we definately need more of this!
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Old 11-08-2005, 11:44 AM
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Danger. More positive aviation-related reporting ahead.
Airline industry problems doesn't hurt UND's smooth ride
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