Flame on. I can handle the heat. Law of averages says even gate agents, ramp agents, other airline pilots, doctors, lawyers and even airline managers can be DBs on the internet. (or in real life)

I still think this group is professional enough to get the job done regardless of the diversity. If you are on the jumpseat, just suck it up and get where you are going. It is still basically hitch hiking no matter how routine it may be, and yes I have been a commuter in both senses of the word. I flew for a regional and have lived out of base. Been there. YMMV