Homelander Posted May 8 Author Posted May 8 White guy calls for a meeting to fix the FAA... a meeting.
sherpa Posted May 11 Posted May 11 (edited) 1 hour ago, Homelander said: You continue to post this thing, and yet you never offer history or context. I posted about the Newark thing years ago, mentioning adjusting schedules because of manning shortages there. This was barely a year into the Biden Admin. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg did nothing to solve it, nor anything else to rectify the huge problems of the FAA. Despised by the industry, the mayor of Gary served out his term and this is what he left us. The funny part, though not funny in the industry, is that every time you post this stuff you are pointing the finger at our Biden Admin Sect of Transportation, and you don't seem to realize that. Edited May 11 by sherpa 1
Homelander Posted May 11 Author Posted May 11 1 hour ago, sherpa said: I posted about the Newark thing years ago, mentioning adjusting schedules because of manning shortages there. Searched for 'Newark' in All Content 1 hour ago, sherpa said: This was barely a year into the Biden Admin. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg did nothing to solve it, nor anything else to rectify the huge problems of the FAA. Despised by the industry, the mayor of Gary served out his term and this is what he left us. The funny part, though not funny in the industry, is that every time you post this stuff you are pointing the finger at our Biden Admin Sect of Transportation, and you don't seem to realize that. And there you go, completely upstaged by your own bias and ignorance. The irony is rich. Republicans clutching their pearls over FAA issues, conveniently forgetting their own track record of undermining the agency. GOP's FAA sabotage: 2019: A staggering 180 Republicans voted against funding the FAA, jeopardizing air traffic safety and modernization efforts. 2023: The FAA warned that proposed Republican budget cuts would severely impact modernization projects and staffing, leading to potential travel disruptions. Biden's efforts to modernize the FAA: 2023: Verizon $2 Billion Contract: In March 2023, the FAA awarded Verizon a 15-year contract worth over $2 billion to design, build, and operate a new telecommunications network infrastructure. This initiative aims to modernize the FAA's communications systems, enhancing safety and efficiency across the National Airspace System. And now Trump’s trying to cancel that FAA-Verizon contract - which means taxpayers will be stuck footing the bill for termination fees and lawsuits, all so the project can be handed off to Elon Musk who has his teenagers messing around. 2025 Budget Proposal: The Biden administration proposed an additional $360 million for the FAA to recruit air traffic controllers and modernize outdated systems. Infrastructure Investment: Biden's Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act allocated significant funds for aviation infrastructure improvements. It's amusing how the GOP now decries FAA shortcomings, ignoring their own role in underfunding and obstructing the agency. Perhaps it's time they look in the mirror before pointing fingers.
sherpa Posted May 11 Posted May 11 59 minutes ago, Homelander said: Searched for 'Newark' in All Content And there you go, completely upstaged by your own bias and ignorance. I am "biased and ignorant" regarding this. You are truly a fool who does no background research, knows nothing about anything regarding this and constantly pukes out stupid tweets or X's or whatever they're called by equally uninformed goofs, which are just as ignorant as your conclusions. Simply a moron. 1 1 1
Homelander Posted May 11 Author Posted May 11 2 minutes ago, sherpa said: I am "biased and ignorant" regarding this. You are truly a fool who does no background research, knows nothing about anything regarding this and constantly pukes out stupid tweets or X's or whatever they're called by equally uninformed goofs, which are just as ignorant as your conclusions. Simply a moron. This is what happens when MAGA cultists get smacked with facts - they melt down like toddlers denied a Happy Meal.
sherpa Posted May 11 Posted May 11 3 minutes ago, Homelander said: This is what happens when MAGA cultists get smacked with facts - they melt down like toddlers denied a Happy Meal. Here's a hint. Read the bill that was voted against. You haven't. You are not someone concerned with reality, just as you claim I am some trump supporter. Again... READ THE BILL.
Homelander Posted May 11 Author Posted May 11 8 minutes ago, sherpa said: Here's a hint. Read the bill that was voted against. You haven't. You are not someone concerned with reality, just as you claim I am some trump supporter. Again... READ THE BILL. Oh, I did read the bill - the one your side voted against while whining about FAA issues. It funded safety upgrades and staffing. You’re not fooling anyone.
sherpa Posted May 11 Posted May 11 1 minute ago, Homelander said: Oh, I did read the bill - the one your side voted against while whining about FAA issues. It funded safety upgrades and staffing. You’re not fooling anyone. Ya. Of course you did. Not a chance in hell, because you don't mention why if failed. Same as you don't mention the industry objection to focusing on identity hiring and promotions. You don't have any idea what you are talking about regarding this. Absolutely nothing. 1
Homelander Posted May 12 Author Posted May 12 3 hours ago, sherpa said: Ya. Of course you did. Not a chance in hell, because you don't mention why if failed. Same as you don't mention the industry objection to focusing on identity hiring and promotions. You don't have any idea what you are talking about regarding this. Absolutely nothing. You didn’t give a single reason why 180 Republicans - including Duffy - voted against the 2019 FAA bill. You claimed Democrats did nothing, yet can’t name one thing Republicans have actually done to support the FAA. You’re a mess - loud, wrong, and completely lost. 6 hours ago, sherpa said: You continue to post this thing, and yet you never offer history or context. I posted about the Newark thing years ago, mentioning adjusting schedules because of manning shortages there. This was barely a year into the Biden Admin. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg did nothing to solve it, nor anything else to rectify the huge problems of the FAA. Despised by the industry, the mayor of Gary served out his term and this is what he left us. The funny part, though not funny in the industry, is that every time you post this stuff you are pointing the finger at our Biden Admin Sect of Transportation, and you don't seem to realize that. Edited 2 hours ago by sherpa You claimed Mayor Pete did nothing - I hit you with facts, and all you came back with was hurt feelings and a wounded ego. Cry harder.
sherpa Posted May 13 Posted May 13 Sect of Transportation Duffy did an extended interview on CNBC today. In it, he went into significant detail about the issues and the plans to fix it. Credible presentation indicating knowledge of the issues and personal energy to solve them. Buttigieg never did that. His lengthy interview on CNBC was a disaster. Hated by the industry, he was a condescending, smug goof whose main focus was on social issues in the FAA, which were wasteful, stupid, morale corrosive and grossly unpopular. Unresponsive to industry suggestions, rarely even seeking them, with a near imperious view that he know more than career professionals. That is what happens when you appoint a guy who is awarded the position as the result of being a political primary opponent. Thank goodness we have changed the trajectory. Lots of work to do but a problem solver has taken over from a total goof. By the way. this has absolutely nothing to do with Trump, or any stupid accusation that it does. 1 1
Homelander Posted May 13 Author Posted May 13 48 minutes ago, sherpa said: Sect of Transportation Duffy did an extended interview on CNBC today. In it, he went into significant detail about the issues and the plans to fix it. Credible presentation indicating knowledge of the issues and personal energy to solve them. Buttigieg never did that. His lengthy interview on CNBC was a disaster. Hated by the industry, he was a condescending, smug goof whose main focus was on social issues in the FAA, which were wasteful, stupid, morale corrosive and grossly unpopular. Unresponsive to industry suggestions, rarely even seeking them, with a near imperious view that he know more than career professionals. That is what happens when you appoint a guy who is awarded the position as the result of being a political primary opponent. Thank goodness we have changed the trajectory. Lots of work to do but a problem solver has taken over from a total goof. By the way. this has absolutely nothing to do with Trump, or any stupid accusation that it does. Planes are falling out of the sky. Systems are failing. The people who used to keep aviation safe - air traffic controllers, FAA tech staff, safety inspectors - have been gutted so a billionaire could cosplay as a reformer while cutting corners like it’s a business expense. And you’re cheering. Why? Because Real World bro didn’t say “equity” on CNBC? Let’s be honest: this was never about Pete Buttigieg’s performance. You wrote him off the second you realized he wasn’t a straight white guy talking about highways and runways like it’s 1955. The second he mentioned diversity or had the audacity to show up as an openly gay man in a position of authority, you were out. Everything since has just been a rage-fueled sandcastle built on your discomfort, dressed up as “policy critique." Buttigieg got ports unclogged, pushed rail safety rules, and secured billions for actual infrastructure. Your guy? He fired the experts and went on TV to smirk about it while the aviation system buckles under the weight of his ego. He wouldn't even let his wife fly out of EWR but he's AMAZING - lol - and you call that leadership. “This has nothing to do with Trump.” Please. Everything about your argument reeks of MAGA decay - resentment dressed up as reform, bigotry packaged as “concern.”
AlBUNDY4TDS Posted May 13 Posted May 13 12 minutes ago, Homelander said: Planes are falling out of the sky. Systems are failing. The people who used to keep aviation safe - air traffic controllers, FAA tech staff, safety inspectors - have been gutted so a billionaire could cosplay as a reformer while cutting corners like it’s a business expense. And you’re cheering. Why? Because Real World bro didn’t say “equity” on CNBC? Let’s be honest: this was never about Pete Buttigieg’s performance. You wrote him off the second you realized he wasn’t a straight white guy talking about highways and runways like it’s 1955. The second he mentioned diversity or had the audacity to show up as an openly gay man in a position of authority, you were out. Everything since has just been a rage-fueled sandcastle built on your discomfort, dressed up as “policy critique." Buttigieg got ports unclogged, pushed rail safety rules, and secured billions for actual infrastructure. Your guy? He fired the experts and went on TV to smirk about it while the aviation system buckles under the weight of his ego. He wouldn't even let his wife fly out of EWR but he's AMAZING - lol - and you call that leadership. “This has nothing to do with Trump.” Please. Everything about your argument reeks of MAGA decay - resentment dressed up as reform, bigotry packaged as “concern.” Lmao Pete didn't do *****.
sherpa Posted May 13 Posted May 13 13 minutes ago, Homelander said: Planes are falling out of the sky. Systems are failing. The people who used to keep aviation safe - air traffic controllers, FAA tech staff, safety inspectors - have been gutted so a billionaire could cosplay as a reformer while cutting corners like it’s a business expense. And you’re cheering. Why? Because Real World bro didn’t say “equity” on CNBC? Let’s be honest: this was never about Pete Buttigieg’s performance. You wrote him off the second you realized he wasn’t a straight white guy talking about highways and runways like it’s 1955. The second he mentioned diversity or had the audacity to show up as an openly gay man in a position of authority, you were out. Everything since has just been a rage-fueled sandcastle built on your discomfort, dressed up as “policy critique." Buttigieg got ports unclogged, pushed rail safety rules, and secured billions for actual infrastructure. Your guy? He fired the experts and went on TV to smirk about it while the aviation system buckles under the weight of his ego. He wouldn't even let his wife fly out of EWR but he's AMAZING - lol - and you call that leadership. “This has nothing to do with Trump.” Please. Everything about your argument reeks of MAGA decay - resentment dressed up as reform, bigotry packaged as “concern.” This is insane, not quite as insane as the claim that Biden was responsible for Social Security adjustments, which I believe you stated under a different user name a couple years ago. Nonetheless, insane. Airplanes are not falling out of the sky. The FAA and air traffic control has not changed in any meaningful way since January. Completely inherited. The good news is that is it now going to get fixed. I spent 32 years in this industry, six of those as a wide body international check airman, certifying our folks as the last evaluator. Many, many hours dealing with the FAA on so many levels; ATC issues, infrastructure, aero-medical, certification of pilots and a host of others. The 15000+ people who subscribe to my union's website would be in complete agreement. The mayor from Gary was a horrible Sect. of Trans. Far more concerned with DEI crap and self promotion by issuing fines than with the issues. Despised. Simply horrible, and there is no political component to that job judgement. Never claimed by me and never asserted.
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