Hi SAS, couple of corrections - sadly JC was only a lowly Ops Sup (predecessor of the well turned out situationally unaware contract pilot mentioned previously) Otherwise Doc and I would be Joint Chief of Staff by now denigning to speak to mere mortals. Secondly, big plank Captain (I'll take that as a compliment - sort of) is all relative when parked next to our first of 58 A380's. Mind you we do burn a 212 MTOW per hour of fuel - long live the low carbon footprint.
I was happy for El Toro to 'enjoy' his little soirees with Mrs El Toro! Always be careful of what you wish for - it might happen.
Sorry for taking time to respond, just back from Birmingham - not the Alabama one.
Hope you are enjoying retirement - keep well.
TOD