Douglas White landed a King Air from the right seat after the pilot died. He had a private pilot’s certificate but had only limited experience on single engine light aircraft. The amazing story is covered on James Fallows’ blog with an interview on AOPA Online. You can listen to a transcript of the ATC communications online too.
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