Description:
Where We Land offers readers a front-row seat to the exhilarating world of aviation. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and armchair adventurers alike.
Brief description: It's been said that Donald Osborn has flown just about everything with wings except a pterodactyl. Don first flew at the tender age of 14 and continued to reach new heights throughout his career. His vast experiences flying for the big airlines, corporate jets, and private planes have earned him a reputation as a captain you want in your cockpit.Beyond the clouds, Don's creativity knows no bounds, as evidenced by his debut book, Where We Land: A Pilot's Reflections at Altitude. When he's not logging flight hours, his mind is as busy as the bustling tarmac at JFK Airport, composing songs, brainstorming story ideas, and plotting his next business venture.Born and raised in western Nebraska, Don now lives in eastern Nebraska, but he's seen the whole world in between. In his semi-retirement stage, Don intends to keep moving forward with his eyes on the horizon line for whatever possibility may come next.
Review Quotes:
"Where We Land is a detailed, well-crafted, humorous, and frank account of an aviator who has seen the world many times over and flown nearly everything with wings except a pterodactyl."
-Poe Ballantine, Author of Love and Terror on the Howling Plains of Nowhere
"Where We Land is a journey of humor, wit, and insight into chasing the dream of flight. Osborn takes readers from his Nebraska roots to the sky, weaving personal and professional experiences with engaging storytelling. He and co-author Anna Henkens Schmidt keep the narrative conversational, balancing technical details with humor. More than an autobiography, the book offers insights into human behavior, preparation, and resilience. A wonderfully entertaining read for anyone curious about the people behind the cockpit door."
-Richard Bist, Reader Reviews
"Where We Land masterfully blends captivating flight narratives with profound life reflections. Osborn's passion is palpable as he translates the thrill of takeoff, the serenity of altitude, and the rush of landing into vivid prose. Accessible to both pilots and non-pilots, the book strikes a perfect balance between technical detail and storytelling. More than a memoir, it's a meditation on human connection, resilience, and the beauty of flight. Schmidt's contributions ensure clarity and authenticity, making this book a soaring triumph that inspires and uplifts."
-The Bookish Narwhal, Bookstagrammer