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Old 01-29-2011 | 04:54 PM
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I heard on the crew bus today that an MD-11 captain died during a checkride while airborne. Anyone have any info?

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Old 01-29-2011 | 05:21 PM
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I don't work at FedEx but I heard it was in the simulator. FWIW. Just a rumor here.
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Old 01-29-2011 | 05:38 PM
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There's an FCIF out today about an MD11 CA dying in the afternoon yesterday in Memphis. That's all that is mentioned. Of course his name was mentioned but I'll that out here.
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Old 01-29-2011 | 06:33 PM
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This is a very sad day for the aviator's family & friends.

I am disgusted by comments from Giggity and (especially) seaaviator. Uncalled for, unnecessary, and unacceptable. I really hope neither of you work at FedEx.
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Old 01-29-2011 | 06:43 PM
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Mike was a good dude. He was 59 and died in the SIM during his CMV2.

Prayers out to his family.
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Old 01-29-2011 | 07:02 PM
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I am sorry for the incredible Loss to Mike's family! Raise a glass tonight and toast a brother in arms flying west!

As far as any so called rapier wit comments.... this isn't about the age 60 rule, seniority, or open time flyers! This is a tragedy! If you can't show due respect.... then shut your gaping hole!
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Old 01-29-2011 | 08:11 PM
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Sorry to hear of your loss. Fair seas and tailwinds. R.I.P.
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Old 01-29-2011 | 08:14 PM
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Guys (and gals), let's be respectful.

RIP to the involved and may God grant the family peace and comfort in this time.
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Old 01-29-2011 | 10:37 PM
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Horrible news. I hope he passed quickly and that those in the sim with him are doing ok. I imagine that was a very difficult afternoon.
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Old 01-30-2011 | 05:59 AM
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From brown family across the state line i like to express our condolences to our purple brothers and sisters and especially to his family.

God speed and R.I.P
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