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My Kingston – Oneal Johnson
Oneal Johnson (PHOTO: JOSEPH WELLINGTON)<br>
Lifestyle, Local Lifestyle, Style, Style Observer, Tuesday Style
August 15, 2014

My Kingston – Oneal Johnson

Airline Pilot, Director of Public Relations, Rotary Club of New Kingston

What are your earliest memories of Kingston?

One of my earliest memories would be being taken out to restaurants on the weekend by my mum which would end with a stop at Devon House for ice cream.

What’s the most memorable meal you have enjoyed in Kingston?

Curried shrimp and bammy from Gloria’s in Port Royal.

What would be your must-visit locale recommendations to a first-time visitor to Kingston?

I would suggest that they explore the culinary landscape that Kingston offers. Stop in and dine at Redbones, 689 by Brian Lumley, Fromage, Rojo at Spanish Court Hotel, M10, Gloria’s and Regency Bar at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel.

What would you do if you were mayor of Kingston for a day?

I would do my best to address the large numbers of homeless persons living on the street in the capital city, and facilitate a space to accommodate them.

What is your beverage of choice?

A glass of Moscato.

What cologne are you splashing?

Terre D’Hermes.

Share the title of the last book you read.

Cockpit Confidential by Patrick Smith.

What was the last song or album that you listened to that left an impression?

Trigga by Trey Songz.

What was your last major retail indulgence?

Lots of gym wear from the Fit Shoppe.

Was becoming a pilot your childhood dream?

Yes, it was passion I had from as early as age five.

Pardon the pun, but what’s the high point of your being a pilot?

The opportunity to travel and see the world.

We’ve been bombarded with news of major aviation disasters within the past year. Do you experience any degree of fear when you enter the cockpit?

Whenever I enter the cockpit for a flight, I think about nothing else other than executing my duties as safely as possible.

What’s your favourite aviation-related film or TV show?

Top Gun, for sure.

Who is your professional idol and why?

Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller. She has proven that no matter your background, you can rise to the top by dint of hard work, dedication and true passion for what you love.

Share a few of your favourite places in your travel black book.

Burj Dubai; South Rim, Grand Canyon, Arizona; Cozumel in Mexico; Santiago de Cuba and the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

We note that you’re quite the well-dressed man. Who is your style icon?

The actor John Stamos.

What are your must-have wardrobe essentials?

A classic pair of blue jeans, a black suit, a fitted white shirt and a comfortable pair of black loafers.

What do you fear the most?

Losing a tooth.

What’s the greatest joy in your life?

Without a doubt the freedom to make my own choices.

What is your life philosophy?

Love yourself and make ‘you’ happy. Only then can you truly love and make someone else happy.

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