It’s the cyclical downward time right after the holidays. It is nothing new. I think it noticeable more now because everyone is really watching number that were already low. There will be an upward trend around spring breaks and then down until summer travel starts.

(Written on 05/02/2021)(Permalink)

I like the comment that is was badly damaged due to the crash.

(Written on 24/09/2020)(Permalink)

But before the flight did Spirit define what mask was acceptable? If their policy stated face coverings then he was complaint. I know Delta has said which actual mask you cannot wear.

(Written on 21/09/2020)(Permalink)

I loved the 727 as a ramp agent. We could load that aircraft full of bags, mail, and freight and it would hold weight with no issues.

(Written on 12/08/2020)(Permalink)

It was about getting the aircraft in the air and doing the minimum cleaning. One of two things are going to happen now. One the turn time will be greater so the cabin cleaning team can accomplish these new standards. Two the cabin cleaning company will put extra cleaners on board to accomplish these task so the turn time does not change. My bet is option 2 will happen once normal flying returns but some airlines are not going to want to pay for the extra cleaners.

(Written on 01/04/2020)(Permalink)

It does but if the main deck had freight (containers or pallets)on it the steps would not be accessible.

(Written on 26/03/2020)(Permalink)

It doesn't appear there was a slide deployed from the video. It would be bright yellow and easy to see. There are no steps for the crew to use to exit either. I guess they figured it was best to get out quickly since they could not set the brakes.

(Written on 26/03/2020)(Permalink)

The guy has no clue how the industry works. You are dead on about the suppliers suffering because any debt owed to them will be tied up in court. The airlines work with companies that are not huge companies and even a $20k invoice will greatly affect the company. He needs to focus on what the textbook he is teaching from says and let the professionals run the industry. Maybe he was the only one the Post could get to make those statements.

(Written on 24/03/2020)(Permalink)

The mess with the Atlanta City Hall is forcing the state to try and do something to ensure new businesses will still come to GA. The current mayor inherited a big mess and is trying to clean it up but a shovel wont do it. She needs a monster excavator with what was dumped in her lap. It may be to late though.

(Written on 03/01/2020)(Permalink)

There would not be a pilot in the aircraft under tow like this one. Most airlines that use the tug like this have trained ground staff in the cockpit a brake rider. That person monitors the APU and will set the aircraft brakes upon arrival at its gate, remote pad or tech ops. I did this job for many years and was fortunate enough to not be part of an incident. It's hard to tell from the video but a couple of questions would be: 1- Was the A321 parked in the proper spot on what looks like a remote pad or gate? 2- Was the tug driver on the centerline due to the aircraft that had pushed from the other gate. The speed that someone mentioned is not as fast as it appears and it can be deceiving Stopping the tug with a half million pound aircraft behind is not like stopping your truck or car with a trailer. It does not stop on dime despite having the brakes pressed to the floor.

(Written on 02/01/2020)(Permalink)