As pilots we are often referred to as 'glorified chauffeurs'.
or as the man that some on this forum love to hate would say - System Analysts or Button Pushers
As SLF I don't find the term derogatory in the slightest. As others said it is only becomes unacceptable if Airline staff interpret it literally and treat the customer as though they were a lump freight. I find the term quite amusing. When I first mentioned it to my wife, who also travels by air a lot, she burst out laughing!
Another gem on this board that have made us laugh was the "Cleared to pushback after Nigels' minibus" comment made by a bmi button pusher, sorry
, Pilot.
Less political correctness please. Lets get rid of some PC'isms such Flight Attendants and get the old Steward/stewardess terms back in.
[ 06 November 2001: Message edited by: Gaza ]