In the story Flight Patterns explain contradictions that William experiences while hearing the taxi driver's story?

William experiences contradictions in the taxi driver's story as he tries to reconcile the driver's proud American identity with his deep-seated fear of flying. The driver's attitude towards his wife's disappearance also presents a contradiction as he displays a mix of love, anger, and indifference. These contradictions challenge William's initial assumptions and force him to confront his own biases and beliefs.