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[quote=Anonymous]I'm a pilot. Yes, a 4-place single engine (or light twin) is more dangerous than commercial air travel. Statistics usually put it about the same risk level as riding a motorcycle. Slightly more dangerous than driving a car, mile for mile (by contrast, commercial airlines are far safer than driving). The biggest factor is the pilot - most light aircraft accidents are traced to pilot error. PP had good suggestions for questions to ask. If you can get a sense of the pilot's tolerance for risk, willingness to push limits, or willingness to delay/cancel the trip if conditions aren't right, that's helpful too. Traveling by personal aircraft can be an amazing experience - can't beat the convenience, and it is fascinating if you haven't experienced it before. The view is incredible. Personally I would jump at the chance, but you do need to be comfortable with the pilot. [/quote]
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