A powerful, first-person leadership and aviation perspective on the events of September 11, 2001. Retired NYPD aviation chief pilot Kenneth J. Solosky shares the operational and human-factors lessons drawn from that day, when there was no checklist, only judgment, discipline, and leadership. A moving and practical session for pilots, first responders, and leaders alike. Session type: Forum · Interests: Education; History — Skyfarer is not affiliated with the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) or EAA AirVenture Oshkosh. This session is listed for informational purposes from the official AirVenture 2026 schedule. Times and locations can change during the event — verify on the official session page: https://events.rdmobile.com/Sessions/Details/3540693