plan, sir. It is an absolute honor to have you flying with us today."
Arthur smiled, shaking the pilot's hand warmly. "Hello, David. It’s
good to see you. The aircraft looks to be in fine shape."
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he's flying perfectly, sir, thanks to your designs,"
Captain Miller replied loudly, making sure his voice
carried. "I was just telling my First Officer that having the former
Chief Engineer of the 777 program on board means no pressure for
us up front!" The revelation hit the cabin like a physical shockwave.
The tech entrepreneur slowly closed his laptop. The actress pushed
her sunglasses back up to hide her embarrassment.
Arthur Pendelton was not just a wealthy man; he was an
aviation legend. He was a brilliant mind who had literally designed
the massive machine they were all sitting inside. He didn't wear
expensive suits because his legacy was forged in steel, aluminum,
and aerodynamics, not in boardroom fashion. The haughty
judgment of the surrounding passengers dissolved instantly into
profound, humbled silence. Eleanor stood glued to the floor, holding