So why has no one mentioned this tool? He still regularly flies First Class on Continental using his pass benefits.

I don't think Tool is a strong enough word to describe him.

Hey Bar,

WHat exactly is that goat about to do there in the background of that pic?? Same thing Lorenzo did to the employees?

I think the most pervasive useless PA-ism has got to be visibility. I hear it all the time from guys who give an otherwise concise, informative PA. "Weather at the destination, calm winds, clear skies, good visibility, a temperature of XX degrees..."

I get that we're just reading it right off the ATIS, but do you think the average passenger gives two craps about the visibility? Unless it's a CATII down to minimums it probably won't affect their drive home. I feel like if you're going to give them the visibility you might as well tell them the altimeter setting because they probably care about as much. Most captains I've mentioned it to just laugh and agree that they have no idea why they say it.

"At this time" is the other one that drives me nuts. The airport is the only place you'll hear it and you can seriously hear it 9 times before the door closes. Have you ever sat down at home and said, "Alright kids, at this time we're going to eat dinner." "At this time, I'd like to ask that you take out the trash."

The female captain who was complaining that she may have to sell one of her planes due to the Chapter 11 pay cuts while in the middle of a pack of FA's that were losing their condos, houses and cars.

The guys who wear "flying" gloves. (Caneman comes to mind)

I nominate those who criticize skippers and or F/Os who make PAs from the main entry way. Got customer service?

I also nominate the bible thumping skippers who love to give long sermons at 6:00 at level off as the sun is just about to appear above the horizon.

Not sure he made millions, but most want to continue to work so they can save that money.

Meh - it's a little over-the-top for me. Nice touch I suppose if you can pull it off and feel comfortable doing it. I'm not exactly a dynamic public speaker, so it would look forced and uncomfortable for all parties involved (especially me).

As far as bible thumping, I've never had the pleasure, but there's a time and a place for everything. Flying isn't either of those categories, imho.

Poor caneman... dude is nuts.