vskydiver 0 #101 August 6, 2008 Quote Yeah! And everybody all squished in and the TIs yelling, "Make room for the tandems!" I mean, what's up wid dat? They do that on your loads too?!! I don't get it either. I even asked JohnMitchell why the tandems need so much room because he does a lot of tandems. He said they don't need that much room. Besides, once the tandem passengers get up on their laps, there's extra room. I think they are just extra room hogs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hackish 8 #102 August 6, 2008 'cause they're wuffos and wouldn't understand the cozy nature of our sport. -Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airathanas 0 #103 August 6, 2008 QuoteYeah! And everybody all squished in and the TIs yelling, "Make room for the tandems!" I mean, what's up wid dat? At the DZ that I go to, the tandems go out at 10.5K, and the fun jumpers get a second pass at 13.5K. So we don't have that problem.http://3ringnecklace.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #104 August 6, 2008 Quote Quote Yeah! And everybody all squished in and the TIs yelling, "Make room for the tandems!" I mean, what's up wid dat? They do that on your loads too?!! I don't get it either. I even asked JohnMitchell why the tandems need so much room because he does a lot of tandems. He said they don't need that much room. Besides, once the tandem passengers get up on their laps, there's extra room. I think they are just extra room hogs. we had a TM about 3 years ago that would look at the load slip to see how short the load was if we were short of full by 2 slots, he'd stretch out and take 3 and force everybody to sit down hill ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #105 August 6, 2008 QuoteIts funny - I'm always a lot less squashed in a 182 than in a big plane where people crush me!That's logical. Since big airplanes usually don't have a cubby-hole."No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #106 August 6, 2008 Quote Yes, I guess I'm just a bit shy about bothering people that are squishing me. It doesn't happen all the time but sometimes... I've had people take pictures of me all squished in the plane and my rig popping out at weird angles. Awww, that's awful. Sorry that you are getting squashed, little lovely. Although they're not trying to be rude, not everyone realizes how their actions may have an effect on others. Valinda, I think you're just very thoughtful and nurturing by nature, but it's ok to speak up, if you need to do so. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #107 August 6, 2008 Quote Quote Yeah! And everybody all squished in and the TIs yelling, "Make room for the tandems!" I mean, what's up wid dat? They do that on your loads too?!! I don't get it either. I even asked JohnMitchell why the tandems need so much room because he does a lot of tandems. He said they don't need that much room. Besides, once the tandem passengers get up on their laps, there's extra room. I think they are just extra room hogs. It depends on the airplane. Most planes, we don't need any extra room except maybe a little during the hook-up. A TwinBo with 10 jumpers...yeah, I need a little elbow room to get hooked up. Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #108 August 6, 2008 Quote Yeah! And everybody all squished in and the TIs yelling, "Make room for the tandems!" I mean, what's up wid dat? You're supposed to yell something back, silly. I'll give you a hint. The 1st word begins with a F. "No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
livendive 8 #109 August 6, 2008 Quote Quote Yeah! And everybody all squished in and the TIs yelling, "Make room for the tandems!" I mean, what's up wid dat? You're supposed to yell something back, silly. I'll give you a hint. The 1st word begins with a F. And ends with "...uck the tandems!" Blues, Dave"I AM A PROFESSIONAL EXTREME ATHLETE!" (drink Mountain Dew) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #110 August 6, 2008 Quote Quote Quote Yeah! And everybody all squished in and the TIs yelling, "Make room for the tandems!" I mean, what's up wid dat? You're supposed to yell something back, silly. I'll give you a hint. The 1st word begins with a F. And ends with "...uck the tandems!" Blues, Dave One time I yelld that back purely in Jest... lol then I didn't here the next line after that, and realised that no one was joking thereDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #111 August 6, 2008 Quote Quote Quote Yeah! And everybody all squished in and the TIs yelling, "Make room for the tandems!" I mean, what's up wid dat? You're supposed to yell something back, silly. I'll give you a hint. The 1st word begins with a F. And ends with "...uck the tandems!" Blues, Dave Every once in a while, you hear the tandem student say, "Hey... wait a minute..." Usually the TM says, "No, really, make room for the tandems." We reply, "No, really, f- the tandems." Of course, we always give the TM some extra room so that they can get everything hooked up and such. Just trying to add a little zest to the usual plane ride. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Douggarr 6 #112 August 6, 2008 You, sir, are in the wrong sport. Where I came from we were bunched in crampy Cessnas taking forever getting to 7,500 feet. You're in an Otter and someone leans on you for what, like 10 minutes to 13,500? Skydiving means close quarters in the plane. Be glad it's your brethren.SCR-442, SCS-202, CCR-870, SOS-1353 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sletzer 3 #113 August 6, 2008 Quote He said they don't need that much room. Besides, once the tandem passengers get up on their laps, there's extra room. I think they are just extra room hogs. I have to agree with you there, altough I know nothing about tandems Was doing a high altitude hop n pop with two other guys way out from the DZ so we were closer to the pilot than the tandems on the plane. It was an otter with a full load of 23 jumpers. They yelled for the usual "make room for the tandems." When all was said and done they had more than enough room and we even got to stretch out a bit behind them. I guess people at The Farm are real comfortable with each other I will be kissing hands and shaking babies all afternoon. Thanks for all your support! *bows* SCS #8251 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danielcroft 2 #114 August 6, 2008 QuoteAt the DZ that I go to, the tandems go out at 10.5K, and the fun jumpers get a second pass at 13.5K. So we don't have that problem. How does that work in the pattern? Our DZ has the tandems out last because they're usually pulling the highest & down last. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougH 270 #115 August 7, 2008 We have done that. By the time you climb the rest of the way to 13.5k and get on jump run the tandems are landing in most instances."The restraining order says you're only allowed to touch me in freefall" =P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pbwing 0 #116 August 7, 2008 QuoteYeah! And everybody all squished in and the TIs yelling, "Make room for the tandems!" I mean, what's up wid dat? Oh, THAT's what they are saying...I always thought it was "Break wind for the tandems".... No wonder our retention is so low. And trust me....when I can be by an open door in the Otter and still make the pilot gag...but I digress Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #117 August 7, 2008 [warning] PAs are not allowed in the forums. [/warning]Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #118 August 7, 2008 ...and...and...the vidiots who won't sit with their customers and always get on last to sit by the door and getting in the way of the first group out and climbing over everyone to get the in-plane interview...bozos. My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gkc1436 3 #119 August 7, 2008 so little sand..... so many vagina's....... what to do what to do..... g Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DJL 232 #120 August 7, 2008 QuoteThe person behind you is not a recliner chair! What happened to common courtesy? Sit up in the plane and quit crushing the person behind you! Buy two jump tickets and take two seats. Otherwise find a different past time."I encourage all awesome dangerous behavior." - Jeffro Fincher Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #121 August 7, 2008 Quote ...and...and...the vidiots who won't sit with their customers and always get on last to sit by the door and getting in the way of the first group out and climbing over everyone to get the in-plane interview...bozos. That was me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dharma1976 0 #122 August 7, 2008 that footage doesnt get taken by me, I think others take it to blackmail me with my girlfriend though... that and the nipple pinching 4 way team huddle is pretty fun too Dhttp://www.skyjunky.com CSpenceFLY - I can't believe the number of people willing to bet their life on someone else doing the right thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #123 August 7, 2008 Quote Besides, once the tandem passengers get up on their laps, there's extra room. I think they are just extra room hogs. I will be sure to sit on your lap this weekendI wonder where Adam jumps.... I could sit on his lap BWAHAHAHAHAHAHA Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
klingeme 0 #124 August 7, 2008 Quote Mooooom, he's touching me!!! Don't make me stop this plane........ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gemini 0 #125 August 7, 2008 Quote Quote Mooooom, he's touching me!!! Stop it you two! If I have to pull over and come back there, you are in for it young man! Blue skies, Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
