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RobIB๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

@robibey.bsky.social

Same old, grumpy retired ATC...just a bunch older. Spending the kids' inheritance on model railroads.

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Yes, and yes. They never put anything in the budget to allow them to buy a clue.

04.03.2026 05:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Congratulations Sean. It's a worthy milestone! Another 5 weeks til I hit 25 yrs - of retirement ๐Ÿ˜€
Odds are slim that we ever crossed paths on a frequency.

21.02.2026 21:50 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Alas, no jets when I was at ZVL from the opening in 1976 to 1979. Well... we did convince the odd CF-5 in/out of Namao to "come by for a look" ๐Ÿคญ but oh, the memories of 737-200s in the north.

08.02.2026 06:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

"The Epitome of 'Self-Loading Cargo'"

07.02.2026 15:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Bands of aurora above a horizon illuminated by rural lights.

Bands of aurora above a horizon illuminated by rural lights.

Early start (9:30) for the #aurora tonight west of YYC

21.01.2026 06:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Since there are few standards in NA and none that are checked or enforced after manufacturer, it's not hard to understand why consumers who only care about $$ don't have a clue or care.

13.01.2026 20:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

A table in dark wood, partially covered in detailed graffiti...

13.01.2026 06:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

"Simulated", until he pulls the throttle out... and out...and out - right out of the panel along with the cable ๐Ÿซจ They landed safely in a field of canola. "Lesson objectives completed successfully!"

13.01.2026 06:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Looks good, although it might be called "soft" by some folks. ๐Ÿคญ I've lived through 77 Canadian winters (including 4 in the arctic) & I could happily pass on future cold snaps, but none were unbearable.

29.12.2025 23:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I'm surprised he hasn't advocated for buckskins and Davy Crockett hats

26.11.2025 17:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thanks, but no thanks. We're quite happy we are missing that.

24.11.2025 15:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿคฃ๐Ÿคฃ

21.11.2025 16:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 30    ๐Ÿ” 7    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Up thru high school you have 1-2 hrs tests and learn that 50-60% is a "pass". In higher education that might creep up to 80%. During OJT you discover the difference between "pass" & 100% is immeasurable. Only those who have that drive and skill will survive and every shift is an 8hr test.

19.11.2025 17:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Now there's a blast from the past... not the airplane, but the photographer. I first encountered Bruce Drum back in the ancient past when "photo sharing" meant putting a slide or negative in an envelope and dropping it off at the post office.

19.11.2025 16:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I will never want a doughnut that much

18.11.2025 16:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Merde! ๐Ÿ˜ฎโ€๐Ÿ’จ

17.11.2025 02:49 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

TD Als! 7-1. Let's go!

17.11.2025 00:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
TV screen showing pre-game for a CFL Canadian football championship game  with tropical sun shining on the marina to the left

TV screen showing pre-game for a CFL Canadian football championship game with tropical sun shining on the marina to the left

Salvation!!! The manager at #EcoBar in Cabo found the feed for the GreyCup! ๐Ÿ˜…

16.11.2025 23:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Silly me. I thought the only reason to go to Costco was for the almost-free hotdog/Polish and drink. ๐Ÿค”

16.11.2025 19:28 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How to avoid "criminal offenses"...

16.11.2025 17:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A Westjet B737 sits on the ramp at YYC.

A Westjet B737 sits on the ramp at YYC.

A clear, cool morning, heading for a hot tequila afternoon

15.11.2025 15:35 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

...and the story to tell ๐Ÿซก

15.11.2025 15:04 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I'll celebrate with a cold Dos Equis in 32C warmth this afternoon. Congratulations on your endurance ๐Ÿ‘

15.11.2025 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Central Alberta plane enthusiasts restoring WW II plane in their garage | CBC News A group of aviation enthusiasts in central Alberta have been working to bring a piece of Second World War history back to life. Inside a garage, theyโ€™re restoring a historical military training aircra...

โ€œA group of aviation enthusiasts in central Alberta has been working to bring a piece of Second World War history back to life.โ€

By Nadeer Hashmi, CBC News
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www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

11.11.2025 14:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

What's the over/under on how long it will take before the airlines start demanding compensation or bailouts due to the government imposed loss of revenue and other costs? Are the letters already drafted?

06.11.2025 15:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

No hockey until the World Series is over.

30.10.2025 00:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

They got it right, and then the customers started asking for more and more... and we ended up with Max ๐Ÿ™ƒ

22.10.2025 15:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you

20.10.2025 16:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Home - Air Cadet League of Canada

And the Air Cadet League website aircadetleague.com
-And a world of changes since I joined in '61, got my wings in'65 and 'retired' in '66 ๐Ÿ™‚

20.10.2025 02:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The owners want the extra revenue at inflatedprices, the media needs the hype and tension. The fans and players are just there to provide the above and are otherwise irrelevant.

03.10.2025 01:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0