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In reply to the discussion: 6 members of Kansas Bramlage family killed in Florida plane crash [View all]treestar
(82,383 posts)59. That's even more likely to happen
To anyone. But how many people can afford their own private plane? That's more dangerous than driving, possibly.
Why do you say "excuse" and go out of your way to be offended at the idea that there's a downside to being rich? This guy had his entire family in a plane just like it was a mini-van. It's not a commercial airliner and he's not a professional pilot. The convenience of having your own private jet has a downside. That's just a fact.
If he were richer yet or had no interest in piloting himself, he could have hired a professional. That's what I'd do if I were going to have my spouse and entire family of minor children on board.
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6 members of Kansas Bramlage family killed in Florida plane crash [View all]
proud2BlibKansan
Jun 2012
OP
I'm sadder when people die who cannot in their wildest dreams afford to fly
kestrel91316
Jun 2012
#2
so, people who own their own plane don't deserve your sympathy? really? how kind
spanone
Jun 2012
#4
5 people were severely injured in a car accident just a couple miles from my house yesterday
magical thyme
Jun 2012
#16