Originally Posted by
IC ALL
Here's what I sent the guy:
"Hi. I'm going to guess that you're not really a pilot and you found the uniform at the thrift store and thought it was cool. But, if I'm wrong, and you really ARE a pilot, and you're stupid enough to post such a thing at Craigslist, I'd be happy to make it my goal in life to see you lose your job. We don't need people like you in the biz. I found this link at one of the more popular airline pilot forums. Your pic is making the rounds. If anyone knows you, you are so ...... .
What's the big deal? So he is a "dweeb" or whatever for posting a Craigslist ad with a photo of him in a uniform. Do you feel validated for sending him such a righteous
message?
What we don't need in "the biz" is people that are happy to make a life goal out of getting someone fired for something so insignificant. I'm more concerned with the effects on our profession's image from a guy like you in the industry than this Craigslist guy.
I would think that a responsible moderator would have removed such a post for not only being off topic, but also because it has a phone number. However, it's a bit late for that now.
KC10, shame on you for posting the link. This kid will get the 3rd degree of uber embarrassment for no good reason. If you really wanted to help, you could have sent him a message instead of airing his laundry. If you were going for the cheap laugh, your goal has been attained.
My 2 cents.....