This morning, as I was headed to DCA after work, I learned that a Continental Airlines Captain had died mid-flight. I was just boarding Metro, so I knew nothing else until I arrived at DCA. As I pondered the news on the Metro, I knew the media would induce panic. I also knew the remaining First Officer could successfully land the plane, although it would have been nice to have help. So, I wondered if there was a non-revving pilot there to assist him.
Without knowing this was a 777 on an international flight BRU-EWR, I learned a relief pilot was available and all ended favorably.
While at DCA, I saw two Delta pilots carrying on a conversation next to me. I asked if they had a Mx problem. It turned out they were on a productivity break. I mentioned the incident earlier today and they joked that if they were with Continental, the only effect that they’d be concerned about was moving up a seniority number. I kind of don’t blame them,, but my heart certainly goes out to the friends and family of the Captain Lenell.
Later in the evening, I had my traditional meal at TGI Fridays with a Guinness Stout, and accented with a (disappointing) Chicken Salad from Einstein’s. I then found my favorite nook and called it a night. *-)-
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