tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post7702892560662714959..comments2024-03-11T05:26:25.903-07:00Comments on ADVENTURES OF CAP’N AUX: Terror in the Skies! Oops, My Bad: Just Some Guy Going to the Lav.capnauxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-29224769182392639602012-03-24T23:28:44.752-07:002012-03-24T23:28:44.752-07:00Good morning :-)
Actually, I've done a silly ...Good morning :-)<br /><br />Actually, I've done a silly thing by mentioning Eilat: it wasn't an El-Al flight, but Arkia or Israir (I flew to Eilat with both of them, but can't remember what year I flew with which: my memory does not get any better with time ;-) ). I believe it was Israir in 2007, Arkia in 2008 and Israir again in 2010, but I might be wrong). <br /><br />I don't know so much about the level of security on those two smaller carriers, as I never used them to flying abroad, but it has a lot to do with airports. Eilat's airport is tiny, but security checks are VERY strict there, much more than in Ben Gurion. On other side, workers in BG are way more professional: when I'm being asked all these questions, they can sound kinda funny, but I know there's nothing personal about them: the reason they ask me this is because they would like to see my reaction, and I'm always 100% honest about everything. Those security guys/girls are often very polite, and when they finish the questionary, they even apologise for that , although I don't think they should do that, as I'm not feeling offended at all :-)<br /><br />And now I only have 25 hours until my flight to Amsterdam :-) <br /><br />Have an excellent day<br /><br />K.KL4805https://www.blogger.com/profile/07216674484940062056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-80853328734149702242012-03-24T20:53:23.624-07:002012-03-24T20:53:23.624-07:00Wow, what interesting experiences, K! Esp. the st...Wow, what interesting experiences, K! Esp. the strange comment from the security guy. I guess they are human and trying to have a little conversation, even though perhaps they can't really come out and be nice, huh?!<br /><br />Yes, we all - passengers and crew - certainly have to sigh and learn to be patient, which is a challenge. It is a "necessary evil" of our modern age, unfortunately.<br /><br />Thank you so much for your detailed reply! I look forward to chatting again.<br /><br />Ecapnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-88700190796687486062012-03-24T02:31:59.083-07:002012-03-24T02:31:59.083-07:00So many familiar names here :-)
As an owner of a...So many familiar names here :-) <br /><br />As an owner of an Israeli citizenship, I have the possibility to avoid all these strict airport checks, but every time I visit my family and then going back to Denmark, I always get through some silly/funny questions. My mum and I always make jokes about that, trying to guess what kind of questions I should expect next time (the fact is, that these questions never repeat). <br /><br />But if you travel by plane from Eilat, then everybody should open up their luggage, and Israeli citizenship does not save you from that. In 2007 I had all my luggage carefully checked: I purchased some face masks/creams, and I've been asked to open the emballages up. I also had lots of books in Russian in my briefcase, and that security guy asked my what these books are about, and after that he came with a stupid remark, mentioning the fact that reading books is so... non-modern. That was an unsuitable behaviour, IMHO. His job is to care for security, and not to critisize passengers for their hobbies! But I did my best to stay calm and to answer his question with a smile on my face, just like I always do in similar situations: as soon as you start getting mad, arguing or showing impatience, you can turn into a suspect. As long as you stay calm, these security checks will go smoothly and would last shorter :-)<br /><br />But foreign citizens get through way tougher checks, some of them end up being very upset/insulted, and deep in my heart I can understand them. On other side - airport security is a very important thing, and I'd rather open up my briefcase and take my shoes off before boarding, than to experience another Lockerbie Disaster ( or Air India 182 ) on my own skin! Those security workers don't do their job for fun, they just want to minimize the risks for hijackings and explosions onboard. <br /><br />Best Regards<br /><br />K.KL4805https://www.blogger.com/profile/07216674484940062056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-58171633371550785932012-03-22T17:17:51.915-07:002012-03-22T17:17:51.915-07:00Hey there, "semi-madman," thanks for che...Hey there, "semi-madman," thanks for checking in!<br />I love Durango--used to fly the Dash 8 in there n almost moved there (for a girl, no less, lol!)capnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-19294211694782288952012-03-22T11:21:32.893-07:002012-03-22T11:21:32.893-07:00Hey there Matt........I am just Teasing......Remem...Hey there Matt........I am just Teasing......Remember that ......OK!!!!!!<br /><br />but if you want to be a pilot......might wanna change your 'avatar'............<br />I'm joking here.......!!!..not to mention............I'll never out run ya........eshhhh.....<br />yea.........I went for the cheap laugh...........sorry.......:)))))<br />MissTWAgetjetshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06470962723603116261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-85027241532234712472012-03-21T13:53:19.169-07:002012-03-21T13:53:19.169-07:00Great Article. I am fascinated by flying and I wou...Great Article. I am fascinated by flying and I would love to be a pilot someday. Not sure if I have the time or the $$$ for the training though. Maybe someday...<br /><br />Liked the Durango, Colorado reference. I used to live there and I can tell ya, the air is definitely thinner there. On the plus side -- When I moved back to Texas, I was able to outrun all of my friends!! <br />Take care and have a great weekAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-28643124356563267102012-03-21T03:10:13.676-07:002012-03-21T03:10:13.676-07:00ya know who the real terrorist are...........the J...ya know who the real terrorist are...........the Jehovah Witnesses that show up at my door on Saturday mornings with their back packs full of "watchtower pamphlets"............<br /><br />while going through 'customs and immigration' in Canada recently .......the one immigration officer grilled me like there was no tomorrow...........<br /><br />Hell I din't know you could forget your own name so damn fast..............<br />he asked me how I was leaving the airport......told him I was being picked up by a friend who had just text me............He made me show him my phone........to prove I wasn't lying.............surprised me...yes.....<br /><br />but hey ask away...just doesn't mean I'm gonna score high on my own life pop quiz.....lol<br /><br />remove your belt <br />remove your shoes<br />take computer out of bag<br />no jewerly<br />empty pockets<br />take off your coat<br />carry on...wheels up<br />boarding pass clentched in your teeth<br /><br />"Excuse Me sir....but are you carrying more than 3 fluid oz's of "DUMBASS" on you????<br /><br />so you can get on the side of the glass door..........<br />walk down the concourse..buy a $20.00 mag...from someone who can barely speak English......Mmmmm...<br /><br /><br />it's a neccessary evil......Agreed!<br />how about common sense........???<br />Safety comes first........I know...<br />Too bad it's the majority always having to suffer because of a few.........<br /><br />I like knowing there are Air Marshalls out there...to protect us!!!<br /><br />Thanks Guys!!!!!!!!<br />and I agree the Best Line of defense against WAKO's...........is US!!...<br />who want "PAY BACKI"!!!!<br />..........and Yes, like our Hero Todd Beamer, probably his last words spoken..........."LETS ROLL"........WE WILL NEVER FORGET!!!!!!!!!!<br /><br />Yes Capt'n I want to dance in steerage with Jack and Rose........and thats what I do when I visit here..at your blog.....be among friends...........laugh and tell jokes....talk about serious issue's as well............and Love Aviation!!!!!<br />speaking of Nostalgia......Capt'n...........isn't someone gonna be making the big 50 this year??????????<br /><br />Looks like the time to buy some tennis balls for said 'Walker'..... may be ..........just around the "coronor"......ooops I mean "corner"......YIKS....just think of the great parking places you'll get in your A-319....:))))))<br /><br />Safe flying........Capt'n E......come see my blog soon..........I'll have fresh cookies baked............<br />ps.....Seriously.......I really do appreciate the Great Job you do everyday....from an office with the best view ON the world!!!!!!<br /><br />MissTWA/J/Friendgetjetshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06470962723603116261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-49563395680620860092012-03-20T07:26:17.807-07:002012-03-20T07:26:17.807-07:00Oh really? *sits down and gets popcorn ready* ;)Oh really? *sits down and gets popcorn ready* ;)Giuliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12782928852001408276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-11158011083399224582012-03-20T00:20:38.949-07:002012-03-20T00:20:38.949-07:00And PS--I am SOO looking forward to your "har...And PS--I am SOO looking forward to your "hard time," Jules!!capnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-89354962538053446062012-03-20T00:19:19.191-07:002012-03-20T00:19:19.191-07:00Thank you all so much for "rising to the chal...Thank you all so much for "rising to the challenge!" I really was worried this post wasn't getting out there, or you couldn't comment, or some such. I'll be more patient next time. You guys rock!!capnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-41516487506160323472012-03-20T00:18:34.802-07:002012-03-20T00:18:34.802-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.capnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-2257839743412266872012-03-20T00:15:27.933-07:002012-03-20T00:15:27.933-07:00Thank you, Bon.
You make a very good point. It&#...Thank you, Bon.<br /><br />You make a very good point. It's a necessary "evil" we have to endure, thanks to those violent types out there, of all kinds. That's an interesting anecdote about El Al! Flying from Kenya to Tel Aviv, I can imagine they are pretty durn thorough!!<br /><br />I have no problem with effective security; it just strikes me as ironic that I am being patted down at TSA security, in full dress uniform and i.d., with 30+years of flying and a 10-year background check, by a person who can barely speak English and wearing some kind of foreign garb...<br /><br />Dart gun--great idea!!!<br />Though I trust my Krav Maga better lol!capnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-73847282225703097682012-03-20T00:05:11.759-07:002012-03-20T00:05:11.759-07:00You're welcome, Coffee Mug!
I actually was tr...You're welcome, Coffee Mug!<br /><br />I actually was trying to get the FO today to order my coffee in a "mug" but twice he missed that key word and I got it in a styro cup...Ugh!<br /><br />Hey, we Captain types get to have our quirks--I think mine's relatively harmless!!capnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-45437046202597271852012-03-20T00:03:12.255-07:002012-03-20T00:03:12.255-07:00Thank you, Dave!
Yes, we would certainly love the ...Thank you, Dave!<br />Yes, we would certainly love the distraction of visits to the cockpit, but of course that's now a nasty word--"distraction."<br /><br />It is frustrating about post-9/11 regs, but by and large they do seem to be working. It has just taken some of the fun out of flying...a little bit at a time.... :-(<br /><br />I actually had this blog vetted by another pilot friend to make sure I wasn't "spilling the beans" on any need-to-know stuff, nor going overboard on what criticisms I had. I do think they are legit gripes, though.<br /><br />Good luck with any and all relevant licenses!capnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-89059909882217945942012-03-19T23:56:50.004-07:002012-03-19T23:56:50.004-07:00Haha thanks G, I will--can't stand a messy coc...Haha thanks G, I will--can't stand a messy cockpit! I actually carry around a paint brush for extra dusty consoles. They don't have dust on starships!!!<br /><br />Here's to hoping I never sound "stuffy." I suppose it lends an "air of mystery" to some pilot blogs, but that's just not me. I'd much rather be down in "steerage" dancing the jig with Jack and Rose and the real people than suffocating up in 1st class with Cal Hockley. Though I'd LOVE to hang with Unsinkable Molly Brown, lol!<br /><br />Don't think my cookies can stand up to J's cupcakes though ;-)capnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-85357256280626197862012-03-19T23:48:15.734-07:002012-03-19T23:48:15.734-07:00Thanks, Bas!
Actually, yeah, I noticed a lot of tr...Thanks, Bas!<br />Actually, yeah, I noticed a lot of traffic but no comments. Was worried there was a new setting or format that was preventing comments. Thanks for checking in! Your blog always has one of the highest links to mine, so for that I appreciate it--and hope to repay in kind!<br /><br />I wrote a recollection piece about my experience in Hurricane Hugo, that almost got published in "Smitshonian Air & Space." I just have to dig it out of the archives and scan it into cyberworld; hoping I can find it!capnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-58411180682718362622012-03-19T23:44:27.795-07:002012-03-19T23:44:27.795-07:00Thanks, Jules!
You're always good for starting...Thanks, Jules!<br />You're always good for starting the conversation, lol!<br />"Sept. 12th" - perfect!<br /><br />"Be good, and you will be lonely." - Mark Twaincapnauxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13020957375172560992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-2769843827397237382012-03-19T16:51:21.454-07:002012-03-19T16:51:21.454-07:00So, Capn'...first off thank you for making the...So, Capn'...first off thank you for making these blogs entertaining, amusing, and also very informative. Keep-em coming. <br /><br />On this last one I must say that I appreciate the security checks we now have to endure. It miffs me when I hear people complain because they are stuck in the security check lines. This if for their protection too, but again we still have the ignorance of many. <br /><br />I flew EL Al from NBO-TLV, got quite the pat down, and even had them open up a Tampax cause they had no idea what it was, to my embarrassment being a 15 year old girl. It was my most intensive airline security I have ever gone through in my world traveling, but I appreciate that. So, I say go ahead TSA, and do your job. <br /><br />Just to bad you pilots couldn't carry a laser gun, or even a sleeping dart gun (is that what it's called?)ha! It would help maybe putting them whacko's down...lol.<br /><br />Look forward to the next blog....Bon :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-71814533611830375102012-03-19T16:47:43.084-07:002012-03-19T16:47:43.084-07:00Once again...outstanding!! Full of wit and great f...Once again...outstanding!! Full of wit and great facts!! Spares me a lot of Google time! Thanks for the gift..and educating us once more!!MaryCoffeeMugAnnnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-91563863944419477712012-03-19T15:43:58.810-07:002012-03-19T15:43:58.810-07:00Hey Cap,
When you see aspects of your life in a ...Hey Cap, <br /><br />When you see aspects of your life in a museum I guess it REALLY makes you feel old! Had to happen sometime! :)<br /><br />Not only a great post but also thanks for mentioning security - quite often a taboo in today's day and age - well done....<br /><br />As a self confessed Aviation Geek, it hurts me no end to see the way aviation has reacted post-9/11 as, unless I obtain the relevant licenses (unlikely), I will never set foot in the cockpit of a commercial jet during flight when, let's be honest, during cruise you'd probably be glad of the distraction...<br /><br />Oh well, back to the simulator - and thanks for another great post!<br /><br />Dave from the UK :)Dave Whttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05085253764274728800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-27740939845192159282012-03-19T15:31:51.196-07:002012-03-19T15:31:51.196-07:00Hi Captain,
Like Julie and Bas, I think you have...Hi Captain, <br /><br />Like Julie and Bas, I think you have a great blog here and trust that people will start commenting more. You have an ease to your writing and it feels like you're conversing with the reader--not stuffy at all. Your sense of humour is great too! <br /><br />And you don't look down at us "geeks"--we appreciate that! :) LOL!<br /><br />We look forward to reading more posts in the future--I can only imagine the stories you have to tell.<br /><br />*oh, and thanks for the cookie...maybe you should clean up the place a little--Jules and Bas left crumbs in your flightdeck.Giuliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12782928852001408276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-9863546772936186192012-03-19T14:23:42.194-07:002012-03-19T14:23:42.194-07:00Hey Captain!
I read your post, but didn't com...Hey Captain!<br /><br />I read your post, but didn't comment yet! Too busy but do know I'm reading! Hooked to your blog, this is great stuff.<br />Building up a network takes time, but if you look at your stats (I think bloggers has this too IIRC) people do read! I have many people viewing my website, inlcuding many other pages from all over the world but not many leaving a comment ;) With such blog as yours, it must be a matter of time!<br /><br />Great read once again, laughed so hard because of the poor fella that wanted to go to Cuba lol! Do write those future posts about your airline, looking forward to that!<br /><br />Take care,<br />BasBashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03265089753695212619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7002968705989988807.post-86149889267580006102012-03-19T11:30:28.195-07:002012-03-19T11:30:28.195-07:00Hey there Capt'n........lets see,... Momma'...Hey there Capt'n........lets see,... Momma's back.......all is good......Ha Ha..<br /><br />I haven't gotten to read this "Post".....yet...<br />just want to check in real quick......because I will be giving you a "hard"......time....after I read it........LOL........;))))<br /><br />I just realized when I check my "blog reader thingie".....I may not always be clicking on the title of your latest post.......and end up........on an earlier one..........<br /><br /><br />you and I have got to be related...some kind of connection.....because there are so many things you say.....I've said...and pics(course I know you steal some...LOL)they are not my pics....so steal away........<br /><br />but <br />that picture of the pilot....with the semi.......I posted that picture on my blog last 9/11........and I titled it............"September 12th"........Catchy huh????<br /><br />I'll be checking later.......so be on your "best behavior"....<br />Strike that............!!!thats no fun.........<br /><br />MissTWA/Jgetjetshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06470962723603116261noreply@blogger.com