Originally Posted by
Cycle Pilot
Thanks, johnso29. This was exactly what I was looking for. That makes total sense what you're saying about the SE taxi restrictions. Maybe the Airbus has issues with its external power receptacle. The CRJ 700/900 was a total pain with external power and would cut out all the time. Maybe the MCO aircraft were close to departure, though I doubt it because we were pushing back 30 minutes later and those aircraft were still at the gate.
I'm glad you're doing your part to save gas. Hopefully, oil prices stay where they're at, although I'm not holding my breath!
Yeah, it really chaps me when I save gas, pull in with 1000 lbs over FOA, then watch it burn because the rampers just shove the cord in & run. Wish they would make sure it's a good connection before they run!
I too had SE Taxi pounded into my head at Coex, & try to do it often. Working on my CA's, & they're getting better.
One other thing, there are a range of gates at MSP & DTW where we are restricted from taxiing in SE due to an uphill gradient, & that sometimes prevents us from SE taxi in. Wonder if it is a former NWA thing?
