For the first time ever…I will say where I am….kinda. I’m based in the New York area for part of this month. Vague..yes…but less vague than normal. Three airports to pick from EWR, JFK, and LGA. My airline has a [...] Continue Reading…

My vacation was great. My daughter completed her first 3000 mile non-rev experience perfectly. Didn’t cry for more than 7 seconds TOTAL. Just say back and took it all in. She was born to fly! I am currently sitting in [...] Continue Reading…

Next month I will be based elsewhere…..for just part of the month. Due to staffing issues I will be temporarily based in another domicile. The assignment is known as a TDY (Temporary Duty). The airline pays for a hotel room for [...] Continue Reading…

I never had shiny jet syndrome….SJS. I had “I want to fly a lot” syndrome. Some people buy an airplane to give themselves small doses to tide them over. Others simply park out at the end of an airport [...] Continue Reading…

Yesterday I became a parent. My daughter Natali was born weighing 7 pounds 8 ounces and a short 19 inches long. [View with PicLens] I have today and tomorrow off, go in for an overtime turn on Saturday and off on Sunday [...] Continue Reading…

Personality and habits. Everyone has them. Some are good. Some are bad. All in perspective. I’ve learned a lot in just my almost 3 years at my airline. I’ve flown with many Captains that are a joy to fly with [...] Continue Reading…