Originally Posted by scambo1 (Post 1277041)

Many languages use the term to denote extraordinary hubris. It is probably rooted in testosterone, the producer of which is the cojones. It may seem/sound somewhat rude, but linguistically it has been around a long time and will probably be around for a long time to come.

In social circles, it may not be politically correct. However, it is likely both anatomically and body chemistry correct.

IMO, whether you were an astronaut, especially an early astronaut or a guy in a spacesuit about to do a supersonic parachute jump, the descriptor fits well.

Originally Posted by tsquare (Post 1277032)

What does this mean? Does having abnormally large testicles make one more brave? Or studly? Why is that? I have never really understood this phrase as being anything more than a little disgusting to use in mixed company.

Originally Posted by forgot to bid (Post 1277064)

I love verticle speed in the 88!! :D

Originally Posted by tomgoodman (Post 1276935)

Well I hope somebody checked his passport & visa! We can't have foreigners just dropping in....:p

Originally Posted by shiznit (Post 1276951)

On the DAL Benefits website the premiums page is showing that the DPMP monthly premiums will be the following for 2013:
Single.................$126
Single w/Spouse...$267
Single w/children..$212
Family.................$401.

Also remember that if you choose the DPMP, you MUST use the DPMP dental, which is the same plan as the Comprehensive, but is $2-7/month less than the Comprehensive plan if chosen as a stand-alone or in conjunction with any other DAL medical plan.


As an aside:
The DPMP improvement is another one if the little things that came about from C2012, of course everyone would like it to be even lower, but the prior contract plan was 27% cost borne by the pilots, now it is 22%. Which translates to an decrease in the cost by 18.5% (partially offset by the overall increase in cost YOY)

The consolidation of the DPMP-N, PPO and DPMP into one plan saved money too, and enabled an INCREASE in covered benefits.

Originally Posted by forgot to bid (Post 1277064)

I love verticle speed in the 88!! :D

Originally Posted by KC10 FATboy (Post 1277121)

ACARS data is going to be sent through the wifi system, thus saving lots of cash.

Any truth?