Radiation And Cargo Pilots
11-05-2013 | 09:19 AM
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Here is a link to one of the articles that I read right after I saw this thread.
Shift Work Health Risks: Heart Disease, Ulcers, Obesity, Diabetes, Depression, Accidents
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11-05-2013 | 09:31 AM
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At the start of recurrent ground school one year, the instructor asked the class, "How many of you thought you were signing up to be radiation workers when you took this job?"
It might be time to take out my tin-foil hat?
11-05-2013 | 11:35 AM
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MG2
Knucklehead captain who flies the "recommended" altitude
11-05-2013 | 12:23 PM
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The fear of radiation brings to mind the following 6 Statistically Full of S#!t Dangers The Media Loves to Hype | Cracked.com
11-05-2013 | 02:41 PM
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fbh
11-05-2013 | 04:34 PM
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However, my reply to Dakota was based on his statement which was that ANYTIME we were at or above FL370 the captain was a "knucklehead." I think my response was more directed at his lack of communication skills. I'm sure he'll make a great captain.
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11-05-2013 | 05:41 PM
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Just pulled this article from the latest FDXALPA Positive Rate newsletter:
Pilots and passengers exposed to solar radiation due to poor space weather - NASA - Travelandtourworld.com
Pilots and passengers exposed to solar radiation due to poor space weather - NASA - Travelandtourworld.com
11-05-2013 | 06:08 PM
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FBH, I agree with your statement. But how often are we north of 60N, i.e. north of Anchorage? How many hours per month are you north of 60N AND above FL350? I will bet that's not too often. But your point is well made and worthy or consideration.
However, my reply to Dakota was based on his statement which was that ANYTIME we were at or above FL370 the captain was a "knucklehead." I think my response was more directed at his lack of communication skills. I'm sure he'll make a great captain.
MG2
However, my reply to Dakota was based on his statement which was that ANYTIME we were at or above FL370 the captain was a "knucklehead." I think my response was more directed at his lack of communication skills. I'm sure he'll make a great captain.
MG2
I'm all about saving dinosaur juice too, and will go up early if I can. "Fuel Sense" is a fun game to play. So far this year I'm about 16K in the green,…just wish I saw some extra crinkles for my efforts.
I understand your response to Dakota.
Cheers,
fbh
11-05-2013 | 08:36 PM
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Hi Mac, last month I had two crossings via the northern Russian routes to and from Asia. It was only about 16 hours. You're correct, down in the "lower 48" where the Trop can be 45,000 feet and higher, it's not so much of an issue.
I'm all about saving dinosaur juice too, and will go up early if I can. "Fuel Sense" is a fun game to play. So far this year I'm about 16K in the green,…just wish I saw some extra crinkles for my efforts.
I understand your response to Dakota.
Cheers,
fbh
I'm all about saving dinosaur juice too, and will go up early if I can. "Fuel Sense" is a fun game to play. So far this year I'm about 16K in the green,…just wish I saw some extra crinkles for my efforts.
I understand your response to Dakota.
Cheers,
fbh
Having survived 3 different cancers, I'm a little sensitive to the radiation issues..Macguy, don't worry, I'll never be a Capt. I doubt I live that long.....knucklehead
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