I was wearing my Pilot’s uniform, epaulettes, boots, peak cap, reflecting that when I get back to Wewak, I will be lonely. What I am going to do? I pretend I can cook yet I cannot remember the last time I ate protein. Clare in Australia, I in northern PNG, never have we been separated this long. …
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The Call
Remote living has been a part of a MAF family’s life for many years. From poor communication to lack of doctors, pilots and their families often work, live, and survive on their own at times in a seemingly helpless environment. But, there is one thing we all dread, the call. The call from someone …
Marlin, big catch at Yuo Island, Wewak, PNG
It does not get much better than catching Marlin on a hand line. But, here we are, bringing to the shore a first class fish. Apparently, one of the fastest fish in the sea. Clare and I had been dangling our line over the side of the boat, trolling for our dinner, when the Lord blessed us with …
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Is my life worth it?
Saving a life is a big part of being a MAF pilot. Delivering food for the hungry or airlifting the sick and dying from a jungle airstrip; the MAF pilot who takes the opportunity can make a real difference. But, these opportunities include tough decisions. Medical Evacuation (Medevac) calls are vague …