Unruly passenger dumped in Darwin
I don't want to be the best pilot in the world - Just the oldest
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pullock,
I apologise if my comments seemed a little heated and without full comprehension of the points you were trying to make.
I do remain a little unsympathetic though to those who cannot exercise reasonable levels of restraint under hardly trying conditions. No one twists these people's arem into going onto an aircraft. They make that decision themselves in full knowledge of strict security arrangements, crappy seat spacing, long sectors etc etc. If they don't think they can handle it then they shouldn't fly. If they do however and F
k up then they just better hope they land in a country with a soft ck judicial system like Australia.
To use this logic, I can threaten a crew member essential to the safety of the aircraft but without resorting to the physical act of assault I should expect what? A letter from the 5'4" FA saying "thankyou sir for not knocking my block off".
Whether or not he gets a custodial sentence is academic. By the description of this character he is a monty for an unfit to plead ruling.
I apologise if my comments seemed a little heated and without full comprehension of the points you were trying to make.
I do remain a little unsympathetic though to those who cannot exercise reasonable levels of restraint under hardly trying conditions. No one twists these people's arem into going onto an aircraft. They make that decision themselves in full knowledge of strict security arrangements, crappy seat spacing, long sectors etc etc. If they don't think they can handle it then they shouldn't fly. If they do however and F
k up then they just better hope they land in a country with a soft ck judicial system like Australia.
Somebody also suggested jailing the man, MY GOD, get your airline blinkers off dude, The man made a stupid and annoying comment, he did not actually assault anyone, he just threatened to.
Whether or not he gets a custodial sentence is academic. By the description of this character he is a monty for an unfit to plead ruling.
From the Adelaide Advertiser Saturday 5-7-03.
A man involved in an alleged (love that word!) air rage incident may have to pay the cost of diverting the aircraft, a Darwin magistrate was told yesterday.
Singapore Airlines has estimated the cost of diverting the aircraft at $15,000 to $17,000.
And I hope they do make thewit pay - it might discourage anyone else who gets the same idea. Yes Pinky, I agree with you - it's all about people not wanting to take responsibility for their own actions these days. So he had a bad holiday in Egypt - so b....y what!!
A man involved in an alleged (love that word!) air rage incident may have to pay the cost of diverting the aircraft, a Darwin magistrate was told yesterday.
Singapore Airlines has estimated the cost of diverting the aircraft at $15,000 to $17,000.
And I hope they do make the
wit pay - it might discourage anyone else who gets the same idea. Yes Pinky, I agree with you - it's all about people not wanting to take responsibility for their own actions these days. So he had a bad holiday in Egypt - so b....y what!!
Notthing that a clip across the head by a '*** basher' wouldn't fix!
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Hi pullock
The majority of people who make the decision to travel by air are releived to see an increase in the security measures taken within this industry. For a few, it may be a 'change' to the way they liked it before. Perhaps it is a little disempowering or harassing so they make a bit of a scene in order to feel empowered again. But the fact is, the risks have changed. And to protect the people who use this service, the airline industry has had to change, too. As I mentioned, the majority of people, who choose to fly, understand this and accept this as part of their conditions for safe travel. Most people are sensible about it.
Something else that has changed, is the lack in tolerance that companies once had towards abusive, threatening passengers. (Thank heavens!! From a staff member's point of view - our working enviornment is so much more supportive than it was before.) People just cant get away with what they used to!
Something else that has changed, is the lack in tolerance that companies once had towards abusive, threatening passengers. (Thank heavens!! From a staff member's point of view - our working enviornment is so much more supportive than it was before.) People just cant get away with what they used to!
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The Tom Toms are beating
I hear on the local grapevine that Mr Donovan was politely told that he would not be uplifted on the rat & had to cancel his booking DN/BN. 
Wonder if DJ have a red button should the name ever be entered into their res system.
Wonder if DJ have a red button should the name ever be entered into their res system.
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Saw both Channel 9 & ABC News Darwin last night with a clearly agitated Mr Donovan chain smoking outside Darwin Magistrates Court then banging his arm on the wall in frustration.
This kind of behaviour seems ingrained in this person & I would certainly not want to be anywhere near this pax on any flight.
The reporter said that throughout his appearance Mr Donovan was shaking uncontrollably.
Wonder how he would go on a long flight say Cairo/Singapore for instance without a ciggie???
Also couldn't help noticing he was wearing a white T-shirt with the word "Egypt" emblazoned across the front. A funny thing to do I would have thought, considering he had such a horrible holiday there!!!
This kind of behaviour seems ingrained in this person & I would certainly not want to be anywhere near this pax on any flight.
The reporter said that throughout his appearance Mr Donovan was shaking uncontrollably.
Wonder how he would go on a long flight say Cairo/Singapore for instance without a ciggie???
Also couldn't help noticing he was wearing a white T-shirt with the word "Egypt" emblazoned across the front. A funny thing to do I would have thought, considering he had such a horrible holiday there!!!
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Moderate, Modest & Mild.
Following on from Col. Kurtz' lead......
The magistrate has held high level talks with Winstun, and in the interests of the fare paying public, Winnie has been commissioned to fly his business jet up and back from Bauple to Darwin not below FL510.
Winstun alone shall escort the said Mr Mohawk, and should the stud through the lip even show the slightest tremor, Winstun will accidently dispatch the offender to greener pastures, but then use his medical expertise to recover Mr Mohawk from beyond the grave, whilst chanting in 8 different languages (including ancient Egyptian, which Winstun picked up during his 2 week stint as an acclaimed archaeologist and tomb raider).
GO Winstun GO
The magistrate has held high level talks with Winstun, and in the interests of the fare paying public, Winnie has been commissioned to fly his business jet up and back from Bauple to Darwin not below FL510.
Winstun alone shall escort the said Mr Mohawk, and should the stud through the lip even show the slightest tremor, Winstun will accidently dispatch the offender to greener pastures, but then use his medical expertise to recover Mr Mohawk from beyond the grave, whilst chanting in 8 different languages (including ancient Egyptian, which Winstun picked up during his 2 week stint as an acclaimed archaeologist and tomb raider).
GO Winstun GO
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Well may you scoff M, but there is room in this world for the Winstuns of this world!
Exactly where that room is, I'm not too sure, but we're working on it!
Besides wouldn't you rather have 180 Winstuns on your airplane up there than 180 nutters?
Exactly where that room is, I'm not too sure, but we're working on it!
Besides wouldn't you rather have 180 Winstuns on your airplane up there than 180 nutters?
Miss B
I notice that you are too much a lady to also comment on the same news footage that showed him 'taking a leak' against the courthouse fire door.
(Of course, being neither a lady nor a gentleman, I have no such scruples. 
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Pullock
Other reasons for an increase in cases of air rage could include the growing accessibility of air transport for less socially adept people, such as this pillock; but, more likely, the fact that cases of air rage are now trendy in the media world and so are reported on ad nauseum.
I notice that you are too much a lady to also comment on the same news footage that showed him 'taking a leak' against the courthouse fire door.
(Of course, being neither a lady nor a gentleman, I have no such scruples. )Pullock
Other reasons for an increase in cases of air rage could include the growing accessibility of air transport for less socially adept people, such as this pillock; but, more likely, the fact that cases of air rage are now trendy in the media world and so are reported on ad nauseum.
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Well; an interesting mix of opinions.(as usual) Sorry pillock but it seems that you're on your own.
No offence intended but I feel that you're looking for something that simply is'nt there in your posting as to 'why he dunnit'
May I draw another example....
In my town of residence in rural SA there is a young lad regarded as a bit of a 'tearaway'; shaven head, baseball cap on backwards etc who drives a loud, lowered P plated Commodore with the usual 'doof doof' music (sic) played at somewhere near full volume. Car is complete with rear window sticker
' Instant ****hole; just add beer'
Sadly in this case it's an example of truth in labelling!
With only just a few beers under his belt he becomes one of the most obnoxious, annoying cretins imaginable. He has not been disempowered by any instrument of authority. He simply lacks any form of self dicipline or control. It is sincerely hoped by most who know of him that he grows up and straightens himself out before he wraps himself and his car around a tree or power pole.
However, that is entirely up to him!
You only live twice. Once when
you're born. Once when
you've looked death in the face.
No offence intended but I feel that you're looking for something that simply is'nt there in your posting as to 'why he dunnit'
May I draw another example....
In my town of residence in rural SA there is a young lad regarded as a bit of a 'tearaway'; shaven head, baseball cap on backwards etc who drives a loud, lowered P plated Commodore with the usual 'doof doof' music (sic) played at somewhere near full volume. Car is complete with rear window sticker
' Instant ****hole; just add beer'
Sadly in this case it's an example of truth in labelling!
With only just a few beers under his belt he becomes one of the most obnoxious, annoying cretins imaginable. He has not been disempowered by any instrument of authority. He simply lacks any form of self dicipline or control. It is sincerely hoped by most who know of him that he grows up and straightens himself out before he wraps himself and his car around a tree or power pole.
However, that is entirely up to him!
You only live twice. Once when
you're born. Once when
you've looked death in the face.
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The Holden Phenomenon
The Holden phenomenon or is it Commodore? What is it about the car manufacturer that attracts so many dropkicks? Now I’m sure there are some responsible Holden drivers out there, however I’m yet to meet one.
Wannabe production drivers please take note: you will never be, not even in your wildest dreams a Peter Brock or a Mark Skaife – end of story! You are nothing more than legends in your Recaro’s so the sooner you realise that the better!
There is always an increase of ‘Holden incidents’ ignited by testosterone that coincides with round 6 of the V8 Supercars in Darwin.
While it may to cool to watch Victor or Ben Bray doorslamming their ’57 Chev around in an appropriate environment
(ie racetrack) it is most un-cool to imitate this in your own vehicle at Casuarina Square car park particularly during lunchtime in the school holidays.
Firstly, to the owner of the Commodore with the numberplate late “Headake” (sic) & the atrocious modification masquerading as a body kit, rear window sticker “caution vehicle frequently sideways” and last but not least the obligatory furry dice hanging from the mirror which should be an offence in itself (actually, it is):
I have your number pegged fella & don’t be surprised if you get a visit from a burly policeman renowned in Darwin for his ‘way with words’. Sort of like a like coffee and a chat from your friendly FOI. Na na na na.
Secondly, to idiot features driving a white Commodore with the number plate “Itz War” with the bumper sticker “only milk & juice come in 2 litres – authorised Ford destroyer”. You & what army??? Probably 2cav Regt or 5/7 Bn no doubt:
Although I don’t consider trying to drag me off at traffic lights an offence just yet, any other misdeameanour will be dealt with as above.
That’s all for now because if I think about it any more I’m going to choke on my skinny latte.
Wannabe production drivers please take note: you will never be, not even in your wildest dreams a Peter Brock or a Mark Skaife – end of story! You are nothing more than legends in your Recaro’s so the sooner you realise that the better!
There is always an increase of ‘Holden incidents’ ignited by testosterone that coincides with round 6 of the V8 Supercars in Darwin.
While it may to cool to watch Victor or Ben Bray doorslamming their ’57 Chev around in an appropriate environment
(ie racetrack) it is most un-cool to imitate this in your own vehicle at Casuarina Square car park particularly during lunchtime in the school holidays.
Firstly, to the owner of the Commodore with the numberplate late “Headake” (sic) & the atrocious modification masquerading as a body kit, rear window sticker “caution vehicle frequently sideways” and last but not least the obligatory furry dice hanging from the mirror which should be an offence in itself (actually, it is):
I have your number pegged fella & don’t be surprised if you get a visit from a burly policeman renowned in Darwin for his ‘way with words’. Sort of like a like coffee and a chat from your friendly FOI. Na na na na.
Secondly, to idiot features driving a white Commodore with the number plate “Itz War” with the bumper sticker “only milk & juice come in 2 litres – authorised Ford destroyer”. You & what army??? Probably 2cav Regt or 5/7 Bn no doubt:
Although I don’t consider trying to drag me off at traffic lights an offence just yet, any other misdeameanour will be dealt with as above.
That’s all for now because if I think about it any more I’m going to choke on my skinny latte.