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Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
13th Feb 2006, 20:15
Replies: 10
Views: 1,552
Posted By OldAg84

F-100D Super Sabre

F-100D Super Sabre
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
7th Feb 2006, 00:37
Replies: 12
Views: 7,432
Posted By OldAg84

Just thought everybody who thought it was...

Just thought everybody who thought it was hilarious should read the following. Short version-

His mother never got over his death and he was still remembered 60 years later by his family.
...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
27th Oct 2005, 16:45
Replies: 12
Views: 7,432
Posted By OldAg84

Here lies alone, for 60+ years, a fellow aviator...

Here lies alone, for 60+ years, a fellow aviator who made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. Who knows, he may have been on his way to fly out of Thorpe Abbotts or Debden in your defense.
...
Forum: Rumours & News
8th Aug 2005, 14:26
Replies: 145
Views: 59,906
Posted By OldAg84

First, my thoughts go out to the victems. ...

First, my thoughts go out to the victems.

This may be a little off track, but what is the prevailing wisdom; or actual ditching experiences; regarding high-wing vs. low wing aircraft? Which...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
9th Jun 2005, 17:28
Replies: 27
Views: 6,775
Posted By OldAg84

For us in the US who are ignorant (but...

For us in the US who are ignorant (but interested), can someone post a map of the relevant Londaon/SE England airports?
Thanks.
Forum: Rumours & News
24th May 2005, 11:51
Replies: 322
Views: 74,374
Posted By OldAg84

Nigel and barit- thank you for your kind replies....

Nigel and barit- thank you for your kind replies. One reason I like PPrune is I can learn things (that obviously I enjoy, but won't ever use professionally) from professionals. Which I why I don't...
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd May 2005, 21:27
Replies: 322
Views: 74,374
Posted By OldAg84

Cargo Boy- OK, so I'm an armchair expert, I'll...

Cargo Boy- OK, so I'm an armchair expert, I'll give you that- I was just stating a simple comparision- that I, personally, wouldn't want to continue a long journey when I know a component of the...
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd May 2005, 02:09
Replies: 322
Views: 74,374
Posted By OldAg84

I've read this thread since it's inception. ...

I've read this thread since it's inception.

As a passenger, I would be incensed to find a flight continued after an engine failed, whether it was a 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 or other number engined...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
25th Feb 2005, 12:20
Replies: 26
Views: 4,228
Posted By OldAg84

Perhaps if they hired people who met a physical...

Perhaps if they hired people who met a physical criteria for the job- there would be fewer injuries. In my travels, I've been impressed by very few of the screeners physiques.

I've seen a lot...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
18th Feb 2005, 19:44
Replies: 33
Views: 5,495
Posted By OldAg84

BahrainLad, I agree with you- but what's the...

BahrainLad,

I agree with you- but what's the alternative- become a "registered" drinker with you favorite airline? I flown enough where I've seen some real a55hole drunks- and I won't apologize...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
3rd Feb 2005, 14:59
Replies: 116
Views: 18,909
Posted By OldAg84

The f*^%ing French always (fill in the blank with...

The f*^%ing French always (fill in the blank with your specific complaint)....now that the obligatory slam is out of the way....;) Just curious, what sort of modifications might be required, in...
Forum: Rumours & News
3rd Feb 2005, 14:53
Replies: 121
Views: 46,519
Posted By OldAg84

At the risk of being accused of being a...

At the risk of being accused of being a spotter... twenty years ago when selling solvents in the local area I would buy a sandwich and park at the end of runway 6 (or alternatively, the beginning of...
Forum: Rumours & News
22nd Dec 2004, 20:15
Replies: 17
Views: 7,280
Posted By OldAg84

Hmm, Southwest is the problem. I just flew a...

Hmm, Southwest is the problem. I just flew a large US carrier, not United, not Delta, not Northwest, and not USairways. And it wasn't a low cost carrier.

I had an upgrade to first class. O.K....
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
29th Oct 2004, 10:54
Replies: 9
Views: 1,085
Posted By OldAg84

It's better than nothing- but sometimes it...

It's better than nothing- but sometimes it doesn't seem much better. I've personally seen things misss screening going out on a trip to be seen on the way back. I also was selected for additional...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
28th Oct 2004, 23:33
Replies: 9
Views: 3,226
Posted By OldAg84

Because everyone is not losing as much money- a...

Because everyone is not losing as much money- a true example of capitalist survival of the fittest.

Not that I won't be sorry, I'v'e flown a million miles on Delta, at least that's what is says...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
28th Oct 2004, 19:08
Replies: 6
Views: 1,563
Posted By OldAg84

I fly AirTran frequently, I have flown ATA only...

I fly AirTran frequently, I have flown ATA only twice. AirTran is reasonably comfortable, while ATA was absolutely cramped- I literally had my knew pushed up by the life raft container on an "exit...
Forum: Rumours & News
10th Sep 2004, 11:45
Replies: 3
Views: 3,704
Posted By OldAg84

I read that since the bulk of the pilots eligible...

I read that since the bulk of the pilots eligible for choosing early retirement are senior, they are flying the International routes. As these routes are some of Delta's most profitable- it...
Forum: Rumours & News
11th Dec 2003, 20:23
Replies: 77
Views: 17,269
Posted By OldAg84

As SLF, I prefer ticket prices lower- that's just...

As SLF, I prefer ticket prices lower- that's just being honest. I'll through in the following points for discussion- my opinions only, based on my experience.

1- The total (or near total) lack of...
Forum: Rumours & News
28th Oct 2003, 03:40
Replies: 49
Views: 7,232
Posted By OldAg84

Oddly enough, I still enjoy flying- though not as...

Oddly enough, I still enjoy flying- though not as much as I used to. Right now, I'm doing about 1 plane ride a week. I'm sorry to say that if another terrorist attacks occurs and I think security...
Forum: Rumours & News
10th Oct 2003, 20:08
Replies: 60
Views: 38,605
Posted By OldAg84

In monsoon weather, besides Macau, what are the...

In monsoon weather, besides Macau, what are the best diversion options?
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
4th Oct 2003, 04:55
Replies: 62
Views: 9,185
Posted By OldAg84

F3G I will throw into the conversation the...

F3G

I will throw into the conversation the following- there is not much functional difference between a merger and an acquisition- almost always somebody get's the short or shorter end of the...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
2nd Oct 2003, 01:42
Replies: 62
Views: 9,185
Posted By OldAg84

As a forty someodd year old aviation buff and...

As a forty someodd year old aviation buff and frequent SLF, I just this very morning found something ironic in a box from my parents- a 24-27 year-old self-made "airport loading gate diagram". I...
Forum: Rumours & News
13th Sep 2003, 02:49
Replies: 83
Views: 13,729
Posted By OldAg84

As SLF- I fly the low-cost carriers 60-80% of the...

As SLF- I fly the low-cost carriers 60-80% of the time. Why? I typically get better service for my money. They are friendlier and more flexible. Just this week I flew AirTran (nee Valujet). The...
Forum: Rumours & News
12th Sep 2003, 06:02
Replies: 25
Views: 7,776
Posted By OldAg84

Tripower Thanks for the info- it's pretty...

Tripower

Thanks for the info- it's pretty clear, even from my aviation buff standpoint, that MDW is a challenge. It's as if your not landing on a runway but in bowl sided by buildings. I love...
Forum: Rumours & News
12th Sep 2003, 03:01
Replies: 25
Views: 7,776
Posted By OldAg84

FlyChicaga A couple of questions if I may. ...

FlyChicaga

A couple of questions if I may. Based on the proximity of O'Hare it is completely understandable of the potential conflicts should they "reverse" 31C traffic (as you mentioned). What...
Forum: Rumours & News
11th Sep 2003, 21:49
Replies: 25
Views: 7,776
Posted By OldAg84

Thankfully, no one was hurt. As SLF, I fly into...

Thankfully, no one was hurt. As SLF, I fly into Midway about once or twice a month. It is always interesting. The sense of speed (from the back windows) is heightened by the buildings you go over...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
5th Sep 2003, 19:57
Replies: 1
Views: 507
Posted By OldAg84

Traveling Injured

I broke my lower leg this week and am considering attempting travel for business. Top question is- will I have trouble renting a car with a cast on my lower right leg. (keep in mind this is in the...
Forum: Safety, CRM, QA & Emergency Response Planning
21st Aug 2003, 19:55
Replies: 60
Views: 13,707
Posted By OldAg84

As a layman, having read multiple CVR...

As a layman, having read multiple CVR transcripts- the only time cockpit crew appear (IMHO) to approach panic is when its absolutely clear the aircraft is unrecoverable. Most of the time it seems...
Forum: Rumours & News
10th Aug 2003, 21:05
Replies: 85
Views: 14,034
Posted By OldAg84

As SLF let me weigh in- First- the AF...

As SLF let me weigh in-

First- the AF crewmember deserves what he got- as does anybody who jokes- the signs are posted and very clear. Lack of command of English is the worst possible excuse.
...
Forum: Rumours & News
26th Apr 2003, 00:35
Replies: 83
Views: 11,240
Posted By OldAg84

OneWorld Sorry it has taken so long, I've...

OneWorld

Sorry it has taken so long, I've been away. Why aren't people flying?

I'll offer a couple of thoughts

-People were waiting for security to straighten out- today it is not too...
Forum: Rumours & News
22nd Apr 2003, 20:01
Replies: 83
Views: 11,240
Posted By OldAg84

I/O When I pay (or in AA's case, would...

I/O

When I pay (or in AA's case, would potentially pay) somebody to provide me a service- I don't expect them or their employees to say "F you." I don't neccessarilly fly in order to provide...
Forum: Rumours & News
21st Apr 2003, 22:47
Replies: 83
Views: 11,240
Posted By OldAg84

"F Carty, F Bush, F Bin Laden, F Hussein, and...

"F Carty, F Bush, F Bin Laden, F Hussein, and most of all F all those pussy ass consumers that cower under their coffee tables afraid to get on a jet." Raas767

Well Raas, insults like that just...
Forum: Rumours & News
11th Apr 2003, 02:25
Replies: 47
Views: 9,160
Posted By OldAg84

767300ER Pilots clearly work under...

767300ER

Pilots clearly work under controlled circumstances, i.e. it is not a free market in that one cannot carry one's seniority along when they change.

I follow a simple rule- don't get...
Forum: Rumours & News
9th Apr 2003, 04:32
Replies: 24
Views: 3,812
Posted By OldAg84

And maybe Danny should start charging you...

And maybe Danny should start charging you $60/hour for the free therapy he's providing......
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
1st Apr 2003, 04:20
Replies: 72
Views: 13,589
Posted By OldAg84

Unbelievable!!!!! I can see no possible...

Unbelievable!!!!!

I can see no possible benefit to homeland security except that Osama may fall down laughing and hit his head on a rock.

Really...looks like anybody wanting to do harm would...
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