Originally Posted by
sophiegirl
3) insured the pilot engaged - and I am serious, we came into CLT at warp speed w/ unimpeded, hi speed access to the gate.
Having been up in the air listening as a private pilot when someone declared a medical emergency, I can say ATC will move Heaven and Earth (not to mention whatever Boeings and Airbuses are needed) to get you to the airport and on the ground ASAP.
Glad it worked out well.