Looks fantastic!!! Cannot wait to see them in an airshow this year!

(Written on 26.01.2021)(Permalink)

Another reason I have not flown on United the last several years, ( I used to fly them exclusively) is that they are 15-20% higher on fares as opposed to other airlines to the same destination.

(Written on 25.01.2021)(Permalink)

I agree that the level of service has declined over the past several years, however I have observed a notable number of customers throwing an infantile response when a snafu occurs. I have been "flight interrupted" more than once, and never acted like a 2 year old that did not get their cookie. Gate and ticket agents are harried enough as it is. Don't forget courtesy is a two-way street. Work with them and you will be pleasantly surprised at the final result.

(Written on 25.01.2021)(Permalink)

I am soooo.... glad to see the Goebbles News Network GONE! Maybe their employees can find acting jobs in Hollywood. They certainly won't need "reeducation". LOL!

(Written on 15.01.2021)(Permalink)

You are right on the money about Greg Fifes assessment of this incident. CRM was not used, as well as the "holes in the layers of swiss cheese" were allowed to line up perfectly. More was made over the aircraft troubles than needed to be, especially the manure spreading by the media just to boost ratings. I am glad to see Boeing being proactive in hiring seasoned pilots to help line pilots with the updates on the aircraft.

(Written on 29.12.2020)(Permalink)

Proof once again that Airbus missed a huge opportunity not building a freighter version of the A380. The fact that this design still holds up in the 21st century is a testament to the vision of Joe Sutter, and his "Incredibles" team years ago. Keep on flying 747!

(Written on 23.12.2020)(Permalink)

I am so sad to hear of his passing, even though none of us live forever. He made this world a better place for all his accomplishments, not just in aviation although those were many. May he, Bob Hoover, Don Gentile, and 'Dusty' Kleiss, fly on forever! Fair skies Buddy!

(Written on 08.12.2020)(Permalink)

Congrats to Alaska Airlines, for not joining the naysayers in shying away from the 737max. With all the scrutiny, this should be the safest airliner in the air.

(Written on 24.11.2020)(Permalink)

I was always amazed by this wonderful bird. It was really ahead of its' time but, like some many planes of that era, she was tied to a single mission of all out nuclear exchange. Like one of my line chiefs used to tell me, "The Stratofortress is much more capable than anything they try to replace her with. I always felt the B-1 Lancer would put the B-52 into the boneyard, yet she still flies in defense of our nation!

(Written on 06.11.2020)(Permalink)

The 707 aka "Stratojet" was quite the game-changer, especially considering the risk for the company. The 787 Dreamliner was a risk as well but seems to be paying off considering the savings in time and operating cost savings for airlines that have them. Regarding the 737MAX, I would have np qualms flying on one simply because it will be the most scrutinized airliner in the air. Don't forget naysayers, in the end you cannot depend on the automation for everything. You still have to fly the d***ed airplane!

(Written on 27.10.2020)(Permalink)