Sometimes it might be wise to double-check that you understood your instructions if you are not sure. In aviation, we call that a “shared mental model”. I don’t think Chuck and Julio have a shared mental model on what exactly …
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So far, I had to deal with “only” two fuel spills in my career. Luckily, they only involved the fuel trucks themselves and no aircraft. But let me tell you, besides the nasty stench of jet fuel you are breathing …
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I’m sure I’m in good company here when I admit to using that famous Monty Python quote in nearly every opportunity that presents itself. Although you have to be careful with using it to comfort others. Not everybody shares the …
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In German there’s a human-related equivalent to “that’ll buff out”. When somebody hurts himself in a not too significant way, we say “that’ll be healed by the time you’re getting married.” At least that’s a very common phrase in my …
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