What is not addressed is that Delta, United, American, Alaska all started cancelling on Wednesday to reduce the load on their system. Southwest thought they could "keep all the balls in the air," but being a centralized U.S. operation they were forced to drop everything and start their system over.

(Written on 12/27/2022)(Permalink)

Rule #1: Make sure you show up at your own hearing.

(Written on 09/09/2022)(Permalink)

We had a near thing outside BOI 7 years ago, 737 descending out of 230 for 120 went by a glider at 15,000. The crew said it was less than 75 feet separation. They can carry oxygen but the transponder and battery are just too heavy. Yeah, thanks for that guys.

(Written on 08/26/2022)(Permalink)

At the minimum gliders should have a radar target that can been seen by ATC radar. At least it would show up as a primary only reflection.

(Written on 08/26/2022)(Permalink)

The increases proposed by the ALPA in this situation are minimal to the hourly cost to operate. This is a case where Alaska wants to be bought out and a new, more expensive contract makes it less attractive to buyers.

(Written on 05/27/2022)(Permalink)

The day I was parked in Wickenburg AZ and watched two sets of young pilots (Piper Arrow and a 172), land, taxi, tie down, get back in and start the engine, get out and walk away I knew we were in trouble.

(Written on 05/20/2022)(Permalink)

I find it interesting we need a resolution passed in the Senate to get the masks off but didn't need one to make us wear one.

(Written on 03/18/2022)(Permalink)

Not to worry, between the major carriers and the federal government this will be a mess. Anyone remember the post 9/11 lists? Complete confusion over more common names will ensue. So tedious for the airlines to keep asking for help in managing their business.

(Written on 02/11/2022)(Permalink)

Isn't the function of an efficient government, FAA vs FCC, to look at these issues long before it gets to this kind of mess. I had a Bonzer Radar Altimeter in a Cessna 401, yes, 401 in the 70's, RA's were first, they win.

(Written on 12/10/2021)(Permalink)

If you drive by CSX headquarters in Jacksonville, quietly late at night you can hear the echos of the champagne corks being popped when Oscar Munoz left.

(Written on 12/03/2021)(Permalink)