And yet their employees are among the happiest and best compensated in the industry...weird. I'm a pilot at a major airline and I don't usually defend FAs but I will in this case.... Compare this to people who work in just about any other industry. Most people get 8 hr work days, 5 days per week. T...
Jump to postI am truly sorry that your life has taken an unexpected turn. I too wanted nothing more than to be a pilot. It sounds like you are going through the stages of grief which is completely normal for someone dealing with such a significant blow. Give it time. You don’t have to rush into something right ...
Jump to postA light breeze (5kts or so), clear and a million, anywhere in the 70 degree range is beautiful for me. Nice and easy, warm enough to be comfortable without sacrificing performance but cool enough not to sweat. Dynamic weather can be a nice change of pace now and then to change it up but I'm a Southe...
Jump to postSomeones been taking advantage if good Scottish hospitality! Perhaps a positive for Scottish Tourism if nothing else. Wonder how often cabin crew (and their crucial safety role) are drunk? Why not do mandatory breath testing which has to be submitted pre flight? These tiny disposable alcohol tester...
Jump to postFor your friend... Un-unflavored e-cig. Go vape in the restroom, as to not draw attention. Even the airlines are jumping on the bandwagon banning vaping these days. Secondhand steam isn't going to harm anybody though. Especially, if they never notice and can't start a fake coughing act. A few years...
Jump to postDavid Clark makes a tank of a headset. It'll last and they have a lifetime warranty but they're not the most comfortable things to wear for more than a couple hours. Prior to my current whip, in which I use the company headset, I flew 5,000+ hours under the Bose X and loved it. Quiet, comfortable, t...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/dhr" class="quote" target="_blank">dhr</a> (<a href="#127" class="quote">Reply 127</a>):<br/><i> Quoting futureualpilot (Reply 125): Except that...
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Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/BestWestern" class="quote" target="_blank">BestWestern</a> (<a href="#85" class="quote">Reply 85</a>):<br/><i> Quoting usflyguy (Reply 32): Not ...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/LAXintl" class="quote" target="_blank">LAXintl</a> (<a href="#82" class="quote">Reply 82</a>):<br/><i> Quoting futureualpilot (Reply 78): Who we...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/frmrCapCadet" class="quote" target="_blank">frmrCapCadet</a> (<a href="#77" class="quote">Reply 77</a>):<br/><i> Perhaps if pilots were known fo...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/aryonoco" class="quote" target="_blank">aryonoco</a> (<a href="#71" class="quote">Reply 71</a>):<br/><i> Quoting futureualpilot (Reply 65): Ther...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/bgm" class="quote" target="_blank">bgm</a> (<a href="#69" class="quote">Reply 69</a>):<br/><i> Quoting futureualpilot (Reply 67): Fair: an airli...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/bgm" class="quote" target="_blank">bgm</a> (<a href="#66" class="quote">Reply 66</a>):<br/><i> Define fair, please. With facts, not emotional op...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/bgm" class="quote" target="_blank">bgm</a> (<a href="#63" class="quote">Reply 63</a>):<br/><i> Well, I guess we can both agree to be appalled, e...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/bgm" class="quote" target="_blank">bgm</a> (<a href="#61" class="quote">Reply 61</a>):<br/><i> Quoting aryonoco (Reply 51): I'm appalled at the ...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/vs11" class="quote" target="_blank">vs11</a> (<a href="#47" class="quote">Reply 47</a>):<br/><i> Norwegian is not going to operate domestic US f...
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Jump to postPlenty of folks here championing this decision need to read up on the flag of convenience model and the impact it had on the US maritime industry. I see from posts here that there is a distinct lack of understanding about what this means. This would be disastrous for the thousands of decent paying, ...
Jump to postIt means that runway temporarily has a shorter useful length for arriving and departing aircraft than it normally does. We see this most often as a result of construction that closes a portion of the runway.
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/klm672" class="quote" target="_blank">klm672</a> (<a href="#5" class="quote">Reply 5</a>):<br/><i> Do yoga in the galley. </i></font></td></tr><...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/sandyb123" class="quote" target="_blank">sandyb123</a> (<a href="#37" class="quote">Reply 37</a>):<br/><i> So you are telling me that a pilot wi...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/Dallas" class="quote" target="_blank">Dallas</a> (<a href="#183" class="quote">Reply 183</a>):<br/><i>Employees are rewarded through profit shar...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/DfwRevolution" class="quote" target="_blank">DfwRevolution</a> (<a href="#177" class="quote">Reply 177</a>):<br/><i> Quoting zeke (Reply 161): I...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/bobnwa" class="quote" target="_blank">bobnwa</a> (<a href="#147" class="quote">Reply 147</a>):<br/><i> Quoting SPREE34 (Reply 134): I see. So th...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/usflyguy" class="quote" target="_blank">usflyguy</a> (<a href="#136" class="quote">Reply 136</a>):<br/><i> Quoting futureualpilot (Reply 125): I...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/Tugger" class="quote" target="_blank">Tugger</a> (<a href="#126" class="quote">Reply 126</a>):<br/><i>Quoting futureualpilot (Reply 125): It is ...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/bobnwa" class="quote" target="_blank">bobnwa</a> (<a href="#124" class="quote">Reply 124</a>):<br/><i> Quoting SPREE34 (Reply 123): So,.......wh...
Jump to postIn the states at a 121 carrier if you are upgrading to the same aircraft you currently fly it's usually an abbreviated systems course with a comprehensive exam on aircraft systems at the end. You then proceed to the simulator training portion during which you will take an oral exam on company policy...
Jump to postThe reason code sharing is a concern for pilots is that it can mean fewer pilot jobs. By code sharing with another carrier, Southwest can tag their name on another company's flight and not have to provide an airplane or crew to carry those passengers, which means fewer pilot jobs are needed. So, for...
Jump to postFirst, being a SkyWest flight, it was likely Captain OE (Operating Experience) for the guy in the left seat as SkyWest does not allow two Captains to operate the same flight unless one is a Check Airman conducting OE. A Check Airman will sit in the right seat and act as the First Officer, performing...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/flyDTW1992" class="quote" target="_blank">flyDTW1992</a> (<a href="#34" class="quote">Reply 34</a>):<br/><i>Quoting XFSUgimpLB41X (Reply 32): As...
Jump to postRegarding the leather jacket, for most pilots it is not about looks but practicality. While an overcoat can keep me warm on a walk around or the inevitable wait for the hotel van, it is far easier to put on the leather coat and be warm and water resistant while carrying one additional piece rather t...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/pliersinsight" class="quote" target="_blank">pliersinsight</a> (<a href="#14" class="quote">Reply 14</a>):<br/><i/></font></td></tr></table> I'm...
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Jump to postI was CRW based for a while as well, he is very nice and knew his stuff. Congrats to him and best of luck in retirement. He earned it!
Jump to postGood riddance to that fake-tanned lying POS. I can only hope his weasle-like face doesn't pop us elsewhere in this industry.
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/Starlionblue" class="quote" target="_blank">Starlionblue</a> (<a href="#8" class="quote">Reply 8</a>):<br/><i>Weren't you the one who posted the...
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Jump to postI've been fortunate enough to log a couple thousand hours in both types. From a pilot perspective they're a blast to fly. The Saab flew like a truck and even if your technique was solid it might punish you on landing because it had a very stiff main gear. It's autopilot was a rock star, and the airp...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/rampbro" class="quote" target="_blank">rampbro</a> (<a href="#38" class="quote">Reply 38</a>):<br/><i/></font></td></tr></table> First of all, w...
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Jump to postYou guys get wound up awful tight over what is in effect, a non-issue. Pilots are authorized to read certain materials in cruise. Most companies limit this to company material, i.e. manuals, procedures, etc.but the end result is the same. The pilot will be heads down and have his mind not entirely o...
Jump to postThey know exactly what they are, and they're not trying to be anything else. They're also exactly right. People may hate them, but they continue to draw in plenty of business.
Jump to postThere is procedure and there is technique. Procedure, in theory, is to be followed by all pilots the same way and most (99.999%) do so. Reading the official checklist, flows, etc. Technique can be thought of as unofficial procedure. It should never supplant official procedure but can be used to enha...
Jump to post<table border="0" align="CENTER" width="95%" class="quote"><tr><td><font size="2" face="ARIAL, Helvetica, Geneva" color="#9A9DA0">Quoting <a href="/profile/32andBelow" class="quote" target="_blank">32andBelow</a> (<a href="#34" class="quote">Reply 34</a>):<br/><i>You are eligible for up to a 120 min...
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Jump to postAll airlines have scope in the sense that it protects the flying the airline does by preventing it from being done by others not on a specific seniority list. At mainline this means not farming out to regional sub-contractors. At a regional this means preventing an alter-ego scenario a la <acronym t...
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