About me:
I'm George Matthews.
I'm a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter pilot, flight examiner, fitness enthusiast, writer, and lifelong student of resilience.
For nearly two decades, I've had the privilege of serving in one of the most rewarding jobs imaginable. I've flown MH-65 helicopters across the United States and Caribbean, accumulated nearly 4,000 flight hours, chased drug boats, deployed in hurricanes, and spent countless hours searching for people having the worst day of their lives.
Some days ended in celebration, but many have ended in heartbreak.
Along the way I have made countless mistakes and learned lessons the hard way. Lessons that I want to share here.
Thanks for being a part of my Journey.
-George
Karate - 1985-1991
Biter and spitter -1987-1991
Pucked - 1991-1996
Bertie Boy
A lonely summer - 1996
Mad Max on ice - 1996
The photo on his nightstand - May 28th, 1998