KMEM

AS- Also sounds like the "rub". What did he do after he told you that? Sorry, I understand your post. Best regards, KMEM

Instudiocity- Boeing has a lot of problems to include those you mention. However, as the "premier" US aircraft manufacturer, I hope we can all agree to encourage them to do their best. Of course, gloats will only stand by the wayside and make snide remarks, not helpful to anyone. Best regards, KMEM

You will never ride my bride but it has nothing to do with being worrisome, only with being gloats. Best regards, KMEM

Never worry, gloats, just don't ride on it if you are worried. OTOH, if WA state goes out of business, perhaps we all should worry? Best regards, KMEM It is totally amazing to me that some think I am negative when we have such as gloats around to stir things down.

And this is different how? I have "criticized" Boeing before for apparently following the current political climate and becoming a "world' company. Their vendors have severely let them down or worse. I am not sure how or if Boeing will resolve this issue, any more than I know how the US will. Otherwise, software issues are a bitch. Donald Douglas had it right. Have a cable connected to each and every control surface. Best regards, KMEM

You are no doubt familiar with a sign common in FL and elsewhere that says, no shirt, no shoes, no service. A bar that I am very fond of in St. Croix, USVI is right on the beach and at least 1/2 of the tables are in the open air. Nice. It has a sign that says, no shoes, no shirt, no problem. My kind of place. They also serve a free shot of rum when the sun goes down. However, they do have a sign that says, no horses. I guess they meant it, I never saw a horse there. Best regards, KMEM

According to the link provided by Instidiocity it wasn't even a wrench but only a simple washer. Naturally, ANYTHING that is misplaced can cause a good deal of harm, even such as a "gloats" supplied post. I am sure test flights will resume shortly and deliveries will commence very soon. I don't think that will be the same for some sane and sensible posts by gloats. Best regards, KMEM

So now you rely upon vendors predicting what the manufacturer will do? Apparently someone left a wrench in a "J" box and being adrift, it managed to get into an electrical component. Again, why do you think they call them test flights? Do they make Depends for the mouth? Best regards, KMEM

Now you know one reason they may have used the slides, the airport did not have boarding equipment for this size plane. When the 747 first came out that was a very common problem; ditto the 380, and, of course, for airports that have little to no expectation for handling such, still is. Aircraft orders come and go with the vagaries of the economy, the bottom line of the airline itself, the chairman of the board having a "bad night" and all sorts. Solve the technical problem and the orders will come flooding back. Best regards, KMEM

Not sure the "rentboy" with problems to which you are referring. I do know of a poster with LOTS of problems. I expect to be around and willing and able to go when the 787 IS delivered. A little more faith in the US would be suitable, don't you think? Best regards, KMEM

I went to school with an engineer who worked for both Boeing and GE. He had both good and bad things to say about both. But, that was some time ago. I don't know what the culture is now. As you suggest, bad products or bad results can come from bad information, bad conclusions or bad management. I am sure it would be worth a commission from you if I could provide you with the correct answer. Personally, I have seen some very "silly" things happen to aircraft but I have always thought that better attention to "duty" would cure many of them, even if only at the last moment. In other words, when an aircraft goes wrong, deal with it from knowledge, experience and the engineering that went on before you flew it. However, I do realize that the public has a right to perhaps a higher standard than that. I was put into the role of a test pilot many more times than once during my "early" days. It isn't right or fair to have the paying flying public put up with less than everyone's best efforts. Sometimes, that is not sufficient. Best regards, KMEM

Oh, well, you KNOW those socialist English engineers; not to be trusted. I would prefer to compare this to "others" picking on your sister or brother and you taking up for him or her, but business doesn't always work that way. I am not about to say that Boeing is perfect or anything similar. However, they are the pre-eminent US aircraft manufacturer and I want them to succeed. I do not own any of their stock. This attitude is strictly patriotic in nature. In some ways, engineers are more conservative than pilots, if that could be possible. They have their own criteria and few will be able to interfere with their conclusions, at least privately. However, I am sure you do not wish to return to the days before nylon, teflon and the like to such as rayon in, for instance, tires. They were not nearly as long lasting or as tough. Take my word for it. RR has had its' problems with this engine design with the intent that it should be very powerful as well as fuel efficient. It may well do all that and with some "tweaking" be long lasting as well. But, that will take time. Best regards, KMEM

This whole thing is a shame. Some of it is not Boeing's fault but some of it certainly is. The US needs new and better technology products and this should have been or should be one of them. However, Boeing's attempt to become a "world" company has run into a brick wall. Brick walls can be gone over or around but they aren't fun to run into. Obviously, it is easy t o criticize Boeing for scattering it's manufacturing process for this aircraft. Parts don't fit, have to be "adjusted" after they arrive for assembly, don't arrive on schedule, etc.etc. A management miscalculation. The technical details were difficult enough without all the other "burdens" and, again obviously, they have not been solved before flight. But, they never will be. Why do you suppose they call them test flights? However, they aren't supposed to test your nerves, only the installed equipment and performance of the aircraft compared to the engineer's predictions. Rolls Royce has made a major contribution but unfortunately to the problem, not the solution. Unfortunately, over the years, aircraft have been lost to "problems" during test flights. So long as Boeing does not lose any lives and, preferably, not an entire aircraft, they cannot on the face of it be accused of not using due diligence. Also, in today's world of instant communication, a test pilot with a sudden hang nail will be broadcast around the world in seconds. Never mind an aircraft with "problems". If All Nippon calls me up and asks me to be on the delivery aircraft to Narita or wherever they will take delivery, I shall go. Best regards, KMEM

How old are you and do you have any organs left if you have been a donor all this time? JK. Everyone should strongly consider being a potential organ donor or even an actual one, if the situation is right. Kidney for a relative or close friend; ditto for part of a liver; etc. Leaving any "good" parts to just waste after you are gone is just a shame. Best regards, KMEM

It seems that those with HIV and certain other diseases are not deemed appropriate to be organ donors. Also, your next of kin or other medical "guardian" may over ride your wishes to be an organ donor. Not a legal opinion but just my own and that is if you were involved in a fatal accident and had an organ donor card or properly endorsed DL on you and no one stepped forward before your organs were beyond "harvesting", very likely they would be donated. However, as with your stated wishes for the disposition of your body (burial, cremation, donate to scientific research, etc.), your next of kin can over ride those wishes and do otherwise. All one can do is to try to make absolutely sure your legally designated representative is willing and able to carry out your last wishes regarding both of these issues as well as any others. A will is NOT sufficient. Best regards, KMEM

2.45 in MEM today. Just fllled up a couple of hours ago. Best regards, KMEM

Gloats- You really like to kick someone when they are down, don't you? And, live up to your name. Best regards, KMEM

It isn't over until it is over. I would willingly trade his left over "change" for what ever your net worth might be. Am I the only one who thinks your new name should be "gloats"? Best regards, KMEM

Tiger will keep winning and making millions and also remain totally classless and arrogant just like a lot of other celebrities and athletes. Money has a way of doing that, especially money all out of proportion to the effort expended. After all, these guys are just chasing a little white ball around a cow pasture. Best regards, KMEM

I believe PT said, there is a sucker born every minute and I don't think that excluded Canadians. While I get very tired of advertising and its' "exuberance" and I don't really appreciate your gratituous comments about how stupid Americans might be. Best regards, KMEM

Moms are ALWAYS the best. Best regards, KMEM

Until recently I don't think I knew how much the "media" hated Tiger. I knew he was reclusive and did not easily grant interviews but apparently the distaste for him is long and wide. He is NOT a team player as far as the media is concerned. He is entirely too private and doesn't wish to comment when they want him to. I have no general problem with this BUT his excellence at golf provided the winnings on the tourney but his rep as a person/golfer provided the relationship with his sponsors and the multi millions. He could not have done one without the other. I don't know if that makes him obligated to his sponsors and his fans but it does make him a public figure and he can earn a "few million" dollars as a pro golfer maintaining his "privacy" image and personna or he can completely be forthcoming to the hungry wolves media and, perhaps one day, regain his place in the sun. Not necessarily an easy choice but it is his to make. Best regards, KMEM

The names on yachts are changed so often I am surprised they don't apply them with wash off paint. Best regards, KMEM

Didn't Calder already do that for Braniff? Yes, you are illustrating one of my core gripes about how poorly Boeing is doing business these days. They are paying the price for "globalization" with late deliveries, parts that don't fit, bad engineering and all sorts. They also might have lost a DOD contract because of it and deservedly so. Still, they are my and America's airline manufacturer, so I won't give up on them easily. Best regards, KMEM

The punchline to the "story" of "royalty" about to be married. One of my favs. Best regards, KMEM