Uploaded January 2024 | Updated September 2026, 15 hours ago
Note:
1. Pilot Ken suffered an aortic aneurism. He has since fully recovered and is back to flying.
2. Darren Harrison (non-pilot passenger) declined interview requests.
When Cessna Caravan pilot Ken Allen suddenly suffers severe pain on the right side of his head, a resourceful passenger swiftly pulls Ken from the cockpit and contacts air traffic control for assistance.
In this Real Pilot Story, Chip Flores (air traffic controller in Fort Pierce, Florida) and Bobby Morgan (air traffic controller at Palm Beach International Airport), recount that memorable day in May 2022 when they guided the accidental pilot toward a safe landing.
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) presented Chip and Bobby with the 2023 President’s Award for their heroic efforts.
Learn more:
Review the Companion Copilot Video Series
aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute/companion-copilot
Watch the Critical Information: The Passenger Safety Briefing video
youtu.be/C86am84XMVM?si=7j1ArVTui05utHHn
Message from ASI Staff:
We share a deep passion for aviation safety. As compassionate pilots, we bring together safety research, analysis, and knowledge in creative ways to share aviation safety education with you—with the ultimate goal of one day having zero fatal accidents in GA. If you find this information valuable, please consider a donation to support our work. webforms.aopa.org/give/476387/#!/donation/checkout
Click here to receive credit in your ASI education transcript for watching this video: bit.ly/RPSTroubleOverParadiseCert
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.
Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:
aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute
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Note:
1. Pilot Ken suffered an aortic aneurism. He has since fully recovered and is back to flying.
2. Darren Harrison (non-pilot passenger) declined interview requests.
When Cessna Caravan pilot Ken Allen suddenly suffers severe pain on the right side of his head, a resourceful passenger swiftly pulls Ken from the cockpit and contacts air traffic control for assistance.
In this Real Pilot Story, Chip Flores (air traffic controller in Fort Pierce, Florida) and Bobby Morgan (air traffic controller at Palm Beach International Airport), recount that memorable day in May 2022 when they guided the accidental pilot toward a safe landing.
The National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA) presented Chip and Bobby with the 2023 President’s Award for their heroic efforts.
Learn more:
Review the Companion Copilot Video Series
aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute/companion-copilot
Watch the Critical Information: The Passenger Safety Briefing video
youtu.be/C86am84XMVM?si=7j1ArVTui05utHHn
Message from ASI Staff:
We share a deep passion for aviation safety. As compassionate pilots, we bring together safety research, analysis, and knowledge in creative ways to share aviation safety education with you—with the ultimate goal of one day having zero fatal accidents in GA. If you find this information valuable, please consider a donation to support our work. webforms.aopa.org/give/476387/#!/donation/checkout
Click here to receive credit in your ASI education transcript for watching this video: bit.ly/RPSTroubleOverParadiseCert
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) is the largest community of pilots in the world, providing aviation advocacy, education & inspiration. AOPA has represented the freedom to fly for all pilots since 1939. To learn more about becoming a member visit aopa.org/jointoday.
Check out the Air Safety Institute Website:
aopa.org/training-and-safety/air-safety-institute
Follow AOPA on Twitter:
twitter.com/flywithaopa
Follow AOPA on Instagram:
instagram.com/flywithaopa
Follow AOPA on Facebook:
facebook.com/flywithaopa
#aopa #flywithaopa #aviation #pilot #flying
