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Questions. Profile says a 135? Which is it, 135 or 150? Why is your Hurricane 150 "alot safer than my Heatwave 170"? Just very curious. Have a great day! Blues, J.E. James 4:8

Chris, It has never changed and probably never will as long as there are "time builders" willing to "work" a professional pilot's position but, also willing to work for less than they are worth. Has not changed in thirty years. ATPCFIMEI Blues, J.E. James 4:8

Quade, You must have read your AOPA online this week????? Sounds familiar......... Blues, J.E. James 4:8

I will bow to your wisdom grasshopper. But. I vote for Brent McDade aka bmcd308. He's not an instructor but he's the only one who's piped in to your defense. Besides he lives in Memphis. He might send us some BBQ!!! Blues, J.E> James 4:8

TicToc, You have honored me just by the thought of sending the tip to me AGAIN! If you are unable to determine who may be worthy, I will be happy to continue the "tip". However, as far as Skyslut is concerned................ I found out he' wanted in Missouri for failing to obtain his Missouri Green Card. He's such a slut. Blues, J.E. PS Our secret!!!! James 4:8

Sorry, Sept. 26-27-28 Blues, J.E. James 4:8

Come join us at the Summers End Boogie in Mt. Vernon Missouri. Freefall Express Skydiving will host the first annual Korn Kobb RW Meet. This is a "rotating scrambles"meet for all levels. Go to www.freefallexpress.com to see the information and pick up a registration form. Fun For All!!!! Blues, J.E. James 4:8

TicToc, No No No No!!!!!! You've got to add someone to the list!!!!!!!!!! If I have to keep sending Skyslut more money he'll want to move in with me or something!!!!!!!! Please Please Please. I'll send YOU money to keep Skyslut away from Missouri!!!!!!! Blues Brother!!!!!! J.E> Edit. Tictoc, how about bmcd308?????????? Hook'em brother! James 4:8

Thank you. James 4:8

Tic.......toc.......... Tic...........toc.......... Tic.........toc............... where are you.......................................??? James 4:8

Slut, You ARE talking to Mr. tictoc are you not, in as much as I did forward the forsaid tip to you along with my contribution? It seems that Mr. tictoc has taken to "lurking" instead of posting......................... Busted!!!!!! Blues, J.E. James 4:8

Stole this from an old guy named Glenn. Big Middle Little String Yellow thing. Big, middle ring and only middle ring goes through. Middle, little ring and only little ring goes through. Little, string and only string goes through. String, the yellow thing and only the yellow thing goes through. Yellow thing, goes through the string Helps students recall what they are supposed to be checking. Pic looks okay however, follow Kolla's advise gear check before you go and before the door. Enjoy the Spectre, I just bought my second one. Blues, J.E. James 4:8

It has been brought to my attention by Mr. Skyslut that Mr. tictoc has failed to file a complete tax return based upon "tips" received from his fans. It appears from a previous post that Mr. tictoc did in fact receive from Mr. Skyslut a cash tip with wich Mr. tictoc either failed to add to and pass on OR Mr. tictoc pocketed the cash and failed to inform the IRS of his increase in income. I refer to the post "AFF and Tiping". Now as Mr. Tictoc claims not to be an AFF Instructor he is however a Tandem Instructor and as such is required to report any such gratuities. More to follow as we await a response from Mr. tictoc and or his attorney. I know that 60 Minutes is attempting to contact Mr. tictoc for his response. James 4:8

TicToc, Skyslut and I have decided to bust you!!!!!! Check out the TicToc post. Blues, J.E> James 4:8

Chris, How can we not speak up. We both have five very strong, painful reasons burnt into our minds and our hearts. I have refused jump certain aircraft (you know the ones) because of maintenance problems and/or the pilot flying the aircraft. The most scary part of any skydive is the first 2000' of altitude for me. Being a pilot as we are Chris makes us even more critical of what we see. Most skydivers simply do not know or simply don't want to worry about it. Keep on keeping on Brother. I'll walk right behind you or right beside you, what ever you need. We owe it to five close friends. Blues, J.E. James 4:8

Chris, Thank you. I just forwarded the KA info you wanted to your e. Blues, J.E. James 4:8

Jimbo, I'm going to go through your post one more time. Then you can call me or come visit my home as I offered to talk across the table with me anytime. Until then.................... 1: This kid was slowed down by talking to him, explaining the dangers, explaining how to "learn at altitude" and then bring it down. He was taught how to learn. Having his rear chewed when he failed to listen and then helped to understand why we were upset. Because we cared about him and this sport. He attended a canopy safety seminar and was taught about "SLAM's". "Stupid-Low-Altitude-Maneuvers" and discussed what the results could be. But while we are gone he followed the advise of an "expert" and now is living the results of his "SLAM". 2: You question, or imply, others are questioning my level of commitment. Well Jimbo, that's typically your style. The DZO was talked to several times about this "kid" (sorry Rgroper). This was not a customer, he was a packer, staff, friend. If you want to discuss my commitment, come see me. You make statements like the old question, "Mr. Jimbo, are you still beating your wife?" or try to act like something has not been "told" to you. Real easy to do with a key board and again, your style. If you are trying to place the blame for this on my shoulders Jimbo, go ahead, you speak from a position of ignorance. I don't care about what you say, but I do care about this kid. 3: No Jimbo, I was not more concerned about losing a customer, but nice try. As I said, this kid was a packer. He made money for the DZO but not a dime for me. Now he's in the hospital with out insurance, the DZO is without a packer, and I'm watching you try and place the blame on someone other than the true cause. You said it's "bad form" to mention PM's. Well Jimbo, it's "bad form" to say one thing in a PM and another in the "form". Tells me alot about your commitment. Here are the facts again Jimbo, just for you. This kid had just returned from Rantoul as a swoop king regardless of what we said. While I and the DZO were away at an event he decided to try what an expert told him he needed to do. He missed, and "SLAM-ed" real, real hard. Now he's going to go through 6-12 months of rehab. But I'll tell you this. When I visited him in the hospital to show my lack of commitment, all I asked was if he had learned anything? He did not hear an "I told you so". I simply told him I was glad he survived. Then, offered him and his mother, anything that I could do to help them get through the next year. Some people have "teeth", some have self-imposed power to "ground" skydivers, some are just experts with opinions on everything. Just be careful please because when you are giving your expert opinion, that "kid" sitting on the bench next to you who believes you experts, may be another friend of mine. I don't like coming home from a trip and going to the hospital. Still giving you Blues, J.E. James 4:8

Rgoper, When you're 50, 25 is a kid. Wait until you're 50 and we'll check your point of reference. Blues, J.E. James 4:8

Gary & Skymonkey, Thanks to both of you. Yes Gary frustration is one of the reasons for the title. Frustrated that after slowing this kid down, talking with the DZO, talking about experience, canopy pilot skills, wing loading, perceptions, and attitude. Kid comes back from Rantoul a swoop king and here we are. Wing loading limitations, I'm all for it. Just let me know how the USPA or an S&TA can enforce it. It's got to come from the DZO's. Blues, J.E. James 4:8

What do I believe Jim, this or your PM? Dude you show me where an S&TA has the authority to "ground" anyone! Post it here. Big talk, no bullets. The DZO was also out of town. Read this one more time. The DZO was also out of town. Did I have a direct line to him? Yes, he was sitting right next to me when the call came in. Your post is amazing. Who said keep anything away from anyone? Quote that part will you? How about be careful in what you say. If you knew this kid I'd think you had something to say but again, words mean something so keep on posting this type of stuff. Here we sit with a kid in the hospital hurt but a whole lot "smarter" now, and I'm arguing with you. Guess I'm the stupid one........................ Blues, J.E. James 4:8

No it was not. This is a kid, 25 or so, and has been a tough time. Made some bad decesions in his personal life and payed for it now he's paying for it again. Good hearted kid with a good hard head. Blues, J.E. James 4:8