Originally Posted by
KiwiNedNZ
This is just a post out of curiosity. Those that know me know I travel a LOT - and always wondered why its primarily the UK that helicopter pilots use the word Captain.
Not taking anything away from the profession or the heartache everyone has gone through to get the bars - just was curious as in nearly all other countries never really run across it.
Cheers
Ned
Only time I ever wore bars was because it helped get through Customs and Immigration quicker in deepest darkest Africa. The cash "fees", without getting given a receipt, were also necessary for smooth and hassle free processing.