Pilots are dipolar:

 They seem to be introverts but are keen on community service and volunteerism... 
They are honest but can tell the biggest 'stories'... 
They appear to be broke but then buy the most expensive equipment... 
Most are men but many fly like girls...
They appear brave but cry like babies at the first sign of lightening... 
They claim to by physically fit but many can hardly squeeze themselves into the cockpit...
They are frugal but fly to $100 lunches...
They claim to be 'dispassionate' but will weep for those who are lost in a crash...
They appear intelligent but then climb into a spam can anyway... 
They have exceptional situational awareness but often get lost in the practice area...
They are strong decision makers but can't decide on which color scheme they want for the new paint job...
They claim to be fiercely independent but can only fly if the wife says they can...
  
  
"Remember John, don't fly too high and not too fast" 
-- Mom.