Initially an enthusiastic flyer, I later became a nervous SLF. On a QF flight into Sydney one night, I could tell that the B767 (not my favourite airplane) was being flown by a person of considerable skill and particularly gentle hands. On disembarking I asked the CC to pass my compliments to the captain (who I was informed was female). The CC actually asked if I wanted my name given to the captain so she could respond! I said that wasn't necessary, but it certainly seemed likely that my message would be passed to her.