Anybody who leaves their home in our infectious world is exposed to a medical textbook of pathogenic and reactive substances by multiple vectors. The results are usually one of two outcomes. We are genetically resistant or we have developed a resistance through a previous exposure or a vaccine. The rest of us are fair game for the enemy we cant see. It is a pathogen such as the Coronavirus that throws our medically stable world upside down. With very few exceptions, every infectious disease whether a bacteria or virus effects everyone differently. One may not even know they have the exposure or illness while another ends up in ICU or worse. This is the lottery we cant afford to play. As the saying goes "Knowledge is power!" We have very little knowledge of the Coronavirus and no vaccine. Our response must be measured. Somewhere the response must lay between Chicken Little screaming down the street about the sky falling and total apathy. Although mostly "Below the Radar" (No ATC assista

(Written on 2020年01月25日)(Permalink)

The learned educators will negotiate a pre-trial settlement from Delta's insurance and then promptly book a flight to Europe on Delta Business Class to celebrate.

(Written on 2020年01月18日)(Permalink)

The fires in California brought Pacific Gas & Electric (PG & E)to its knees. Something I didn't think was possible. Now I wonder the if 737 Max could bring Boeing into equally uncharted corporate territory

(Written on 2020年01月12日)(Permalink)

Forget Top Gun When is the Next "Hot Shots" to be released!

(Written on 2019年12月17日)(Permalink)

Since no one has posted the official ATC Communications for this incident I thought I might offer my slightly paraphrased rendition. Denver Approach, be advised we are requesting a diversion to KDEN due to a mechanical issue. Do you have an emergency United 1554? Not in the strictest definition, Denver Approach. Apparently, we have a passenger trapped in the Crapper. You advise a passenger trapped in the Crapper? Affirmative Approach.

(Written on 2019年09月27日)(Permalink)

Worked in the past with the very effective parental announcement "Don't make me stop this car! The CSR could have their own version: "Don't make me press the Red Button!"

(Written on 2019年09月18日)(Permalink)

How does Bio-metric screening work and does this process replace an existing step in the security screening?

(Written on 2019年08月29日)(Permalink)

All right class, enough of this frivolity Everybody go back to your desks. We have a lot of work to do this afternoon. Who wants to be the first to give their report on the history of algebra.

(Written on 2019年08月29日)(Permalink)

The allergy question is very interesting. Where does one's right to board with an animal vs the expectation of a guest with a moderate to severe allergy that the environment of an aircraft cabin is generally not a animal allergen high risk zone. Another travel industry: Generally speaking hotels who have guests with animals in a room are required or should notify the next guest that an animal was present before them unless the room is deep cleaned between guests (Rare) Maybe someone should add Epi-Pens to the pre-flight checklist. At least smoking can cause problems over time. An allergic reaction can be immediately life threatening.

(Written on 2019年08月12日)(Permalink)

TSA Announcement: Due to recent changes in our Security Screening we ask that all passengers arrive 6 hours early for their flight. In addition to our regular screening we are implementing an Alcohol Breathalyzer Test, a blood draw for a drug screen, a Psychological Profile Test,a Passenger Fitness for Flying Written exam, and finally a NCIC Background Report. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

(Written on 2019年07月04日)(Permalink)