I think he was trying to tell you that he thought 21,000# would be too much.
Typical....
All this chat about CRM but it seems to be looked at as a one way street. Tired of giving the antiques a pass. Accountability should be in all seats of the cockpit.
My other favorite is the CD arrival into LHR. It is not rocket science and we constantly reminded of lack of compliance. Since the Capt tends to always fly the first leg it seems they are the ones Mucking up the procedure. I get some unique excuses why they can't or won't comply with the procedure.
Speaking of LHR. Call "Xxx with your heading" seems to be something an over 60 mind can't comprehend. Advising the departure sid is also a difficult task, even after it has been briefed before dept!
Great fun flying with these guys! Yes getting older makes you better
