Originally Posted by
Jesse
I love how some say "look at the FOM!" But I'm here to tell you for every capt I've flown with who treats the FOM as the stone tablets brought down by Moses each one has deviated from it or some other Delta procedure (e.g. Vol 1) in some form or fashion. And when called on it by me (in a tactful and inquisitive manner, mind you) they came up with a bs reason to justify. So give me a break on the FOM and van procedures.
Exactly! I can't believe how big some ppl's heads have actually become. For those that think if something goes wrong it is only the Captain that answers for it you are very unaware of the real consequences in this world. I hate to draw attention to some ppl's age, but this isn't the 70's or the 80's and we do in fact have CRM now. The guy was obviously respectful and just wants some time with his family and doesn't need the run around about how he needs to ask you before taking a dump!
some ppl have serious control issues. If i had a dime for every time the other guy messed up or mis qouted some manual I could probably retire now. We are a team. Just keep it safe and for the sake of everyone lighten up and have a good time before you die.
