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Chapter 4 explores the questions Morris often finds himself being asked about landing. The chapter discusses topics including concerns of mechanical issues, the “what ifs”, simulators, weather, low visibility, slippery runways, short runways, crosswinds, how a jet engines works, the sounds of the engines, auto pilot, lasers and flight deck, drones and airports.

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Doug Morris

Captain Doug Morris flies the B787, a.k.a. the Dreamliner, worldwide for an airline with a maple leaf emblazoned on its livery. He is a meteorologist and has written for his company’s in-flight magazine since 1998. Doug recently completed his master’s degree in Aviation and Aerospace Management at Purdue University (Indiana). He resides in downtown Toronto with his wife and has three adult children. This is his fourth book.