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"Murphy was an optimist!"

Virgin airlines says no to laptops September 15, 2006 3:53 pm

Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Gadgets, News, Of Interest, Technology, Transportation
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Saw this one coming! Think of the money the airlines will save by not having to install wireless access in the planes now.

Dell and Apple notebooks, according to a posted statement on Virgin Atlantic’s site, may only be carried on Virgin Atlantic flights if the battery has been removed and stored in carry-on luggage. Users lucky enough to sit in seats with power supplies may use the laptops via that external source, and Virgin will even provide plug adapters for them. Otherwise, the use of Dell and Apple laptops is prohibited. [Source]

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Terrorism is not the act; but the result September 7, 2006 12:52 pm

Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Politics, Touchy Subjects, Transportation, United States
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TSA, the tool of Osama, continues to terrorize American tourists by denying certain liquids and gels be carried onto airplanes. Toothpaste is out; personal lubricants are in. You heard right. Grab your KY or Astroglide and take your stinky breath to the airport. TSA’s message? You’re going to get screwed flying in America and no one is going to kiss you.

Thanks to Jeni and Dean for the link.

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New West Hills Interchange August 30, 2006 1:52 pm

Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Of Interest, Touchy Subjects, Transportation
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Correction! That should have read east bound and only if you are using the access road behind the state trooper office

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New West Hills Interchange August 30, 2006 1:49 pm

Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Of Interest, Touchy Subjects, Transportation
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Tdot west east bound to morrell is smooth .

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New West Hills Interchange August 30, 2006 1:27 pm

Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Of Interest, Touchy Subjects, Transportation
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I should clarify. Avoid the new downtown west interchange at all costs. (Update: West bound)

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New West Hills Interchange August 30, 2006 1:25 pm

Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Of Interest, Touchy Subjects, Transportation
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Tdot sucks Update: In all fairness, they are still transitioning and do not have all the lanes open yet.

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My next transport – personal helicopter August 25, 2006 12:21 pm

Posted by Doug McCaughan in : Cool Sites, Of Interest, Technology, Transportation, Video
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Oh I want one! It’ll fly 3000 feet! No license required in Japan. Only $30,000 in the US. See the details.

A couple of related links showing the helicopter crash in New York: video and stills.

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