The totally off-topic thread

[TheEmu]

I've heard of people operating in tropical locations, snorkel and all that, who might often get stuck in a creek crossing. To prevent the car being washed away they would open the doors and sink the car. Still runs fine once out of the creek, but maybe not with fancy electronics.

A seemingly sensible action compared to something I've done.

Do tell…
Surely couldn't compare to this incredible display of stupidity (bordering on criminal given the kid in the vehicle):
Condamine River Flood and V8 Going Through - YouTube

 

[Pushka]

Or this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbfgK14W6eA&sns=em

 

[medhead]

Or this:
Foam-covered car nearly hits police- Queensland - YouTube

That guy was a complete nob. He had absolute no vision. If I was one of those cops I would have charged/fined him for dangerous driving or whatever it's properly called.

 

[Flashback]

Economy is more than fine for me.

I wish I could just book business class but I keep thinking to myself why book an Oneworld award in business when you can book 2 Oneworld awards in economy? I know I am greedy but in my experience 9 times out of 10 the flight experience is forgotten where as the destination remains etched in memory for a lifetime. Assuming that memory was not erased accidentally by drinking too much alcohol....

Simple solution I've found to that - don't drink :mrgreen: You can have fun without it!

 

[Pushka]

That guy was a complete nob. He had absolute no vision. If I was one of those cops I would have charged/fined him for dangerous driving or whatever it's properly called.

Endanger life by Dangerous Driving. A criminal offence as opposed to the Road Traffic Act.

 

[hummel]

Not wanting to create a new thread and it is on topic but..

Flying SIN-HKT arriving at 19:40 and departing HKT-PER at 22:45... is it enough time? Separate bookings so would not be protected...

Thoughts?

 

[JessicaTam]

The current is more the issue. Water not above the engine, but decent current could wash the car away. Seen that in a patrol with water at mid-door height. Don't ask how, it involves stupidity.

Maybe a topic for QF81. I won't tell anyone - promise!

 

[TheEmu]

Video seems to have disappeared. This is a story for real life. But wouldn't want to do it with a kid.

Sorry about that - link seems to work for me - try cut & paste:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1KnaTZofwM

 

[drron]

That guy was a complete nob. He had absolute no vision. If I was one of those cops I would have charged/fined him for dangerous driving or whatever it's properly called.

It was on the Sunshine coast.nough said.:shock:
But it wasn't me.

 

[amaroo]

It was on the Sunshine coast.nough said.:shock:
But it wasn't me.

Wasn't me. I didn't even go down to take a gawk.

 

[JohnK]

Simple solution I've found to that - don't drink :mrgreen: You can have fun without it!

Easier said than done.

Oh and life looks rosier through amber coloured glasses....

 

[QF WP]

For those that get Channel 9 Brisbane news (with Melissa Downes), you may want to watch (I think it will be) Monday's bulletin. There will be a story on a famous Brisbane sportsman (now personality) who has been diagnosed with a Malignant Melanoma. Seems that Ch9 wanted some filler from a survivor, so Cancer Council put them onto me. You'll see me slathering Cancer Council suncreen on my daughter, saying goodbye as she "goes off to school", "working" on my laptop and be interviewed - probably a 10 to 15 second grab. Will also be interview with a radiation oncologist in the story. Many thanks to Kath (producer) and Carlo (cameraman) who came to my home this morning - wrap done in 45 mins.

 

[penegal]

Is that next Monday's bulletin Lindsay?

 

[QF WP]

Yes, Monday 18th. Can't see them getting the story to air by tomorrow - but will be advised by the producer.

 

[penegal]

Yes, Monday 18th. Can't see them getting the story to air by tomorrow - but will be advised by the producer.

Keep us posted, I will try and remember to tune in

 

[markis10]

Was given a J amenity kit by the CSA last night on QF1, got to say it is a bit of a let down (have not done J internationally for a while with QF). Hopefully have a Thai F flight next week which features Tumi kit, looking forward to that!

 

[Major]

Sometimes on a clear night at 40,000 ft you can glance out the window and see a shooting star. I thought I would share NASA's explanation

Nasa's Explanation of Shooting Stars... - YouTube

 

[JohnK]

And the countdown begins....

 

[Must...Fly!]

Happy valentine's day AFF

hope you spend it with that special someone

or if, like me, you don't have a special someone, enjoy the fact that you don't have to think about what to do or buy!!

 

[JessicaTam]

Happy valentine's day AFF

hope you spend it with that special someone

or if, like me, you don't have a special someone, enjoy the fact that you don't have to think about what to do or buy!!

Sitting in HOTP exec lounge; drinking bubbles; watching the sunset; life is good.