Originally Posted by
speedbirdhopeful1
Really? Is the other guy supposed to sit with hands on controls staring out the window telling the crew not to speak while over the ocean on CPDLC? Are you one of these guys who reads FMAs and states that the autopilot is engaged as part of his 'I'm going to the ****ter' brief?
Guessing your 'Perth' related name explains it
He may not be, what you say, like me, he is just a professional captain, that when leaving the FD, delegates full control, communications and flight management to the FO, and in respect to him, the FO must act professionally.
When you are the PIC, do whatever you want, sit sideways facing back the cabin crew and talk to them as much as you wish, you may even leave your seat and do more...but if not.....respect the one who is responsible and trusted you the airplane and all onboard.
And my name is Marques.....by the way!