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First Officer Roger Pettit, a 31-year-old with nearly 3,500 flying hours largely obtained from his time flying F-15s in the Air Force, complemented the captain's experience with his wit and skill. However, like Wheaton, he lacked significant experience flying in cold weather, with only two relevant flights under his belt. The duo, largely unprepared for the imminent storm, faced an uphill battle as they boarded the Boeing 737-200.
Preparations Against Winter Weather