Originally Posted by
Mandrake
The other day I was jumpseating and was given a seat in the back. I saw the captain in the galley as I was boarding, introduced myself, showed badge, mentioned I was given a seat in the back and asked him if I could get a ride to XYZ. He escorted me into the flight deck and thoroughly inspected all of my documents and then said I was ok. Not saying this guy was TOTD but really??
Sometimes I wonder if these captains realize the document inspection is only required to ride up front, or if it's just habit.
I'm sure it's just a power trip for a few.