Posted by
Grumpy Ol' Man on Friday, February 02, 2007 11:53:58 AM
Having served a 27-year career in the U.S. Air Force, one of my benefits as a retiree is that I can climb into any U.S. military aircraft that has a spare seat for me, and fly to where ever it's going.... and all for FREE! It's a fabulous perk for all military retirees.
Now, I understand, that same perk is being demanded by the Speakerette of the House, Nancy "Bela Lugosi" Pelosi. Apparently she wants to suck some taxpayer transportation blood.
However, there is a big difference in the travel perk I get, and the one given to "Blinky" Pelosi. In my case, I have to accept the aircraft's designated mission route. I have no say in where we go and must be satisfied with the available destination, even if the flight gets diverted and I end up in Thule, Greenland. But Fancy Nancy will be able to select any destination that suits her whim. And all on the taxpayer's dime!
Gee, that's nice, isn't it? If her aircraft has any unfilled seats, I wonder if she'll let us poor 'ol retirees use them?
Thanks, but I think I'll wait for the next departure.
Since the President's aircraft callsign is "Air Force One," I suggest that any military aircraft utilized by the Smurfette from San Francisco be required to use the callsign "Broomstick One."