Pilots, to a large degree, are like salesmen. They have to be confident to be good at their jobs. They have to practice relentlessly and plan out all the scenarios of the things that could happen when they're out there. Nothing is more important than preparation. They are also mighty competitive, both as individuals and as squadrons.

Give someone responsibility and they will do their best. Make them accountable and they will do even better.

Some see risk as a reason not to try. Some see it as an obstacle to overcome. The risk is the same; to try or not depends on your perspective.

Success is when reality catches up to your imagination.

Leaders don't convince people to follow them. Leaders walk forward alone and those who want to go down their path decide to follow.

A boss who micromanages is like a coach who wants to get in the game. Leaders guide and support and then sit back to cheer from the sidelines.

I only have one why, and my challenge is to make sure the things I say and the things I do remain consistent for as often and as long as possible.