JetBlue TrueBlue - Changing 2 tires on the plane
safetymom
Nov 6, 06, 7:45 pm
We flew out of Pittsburgh yesterday and we had a considerable delay while the mechanics changed 2 tires.
When the pilot did the walk around he noticed problems with 2 of the tires. It would be interesting to know why the pilot that flew the plane in from JFK didn't find that problem.
It was very low tech watching them change the tires. I am sure it would have been easier at JFK.
The gate agents were great. They served snacks and soft drinks and water to everyone in the gate area.
PimpNumOne
Nov 6, 06, 8:04 pm
We flew out of Pittsburgh yesterday and we had a considerable delay while the mechanics changed 2 tires.
When the pilot did the walk around he noticed problems with 2 of the tires. It would be interesting to know why the pilot that flew the plane in from JFK didn't find that problem.
Could have happened on landed at PIT, caused by the ramp crew, or on taxi.
Glad they changed them. Safety is key and I am glad that jetBlue took the time to ensure your safety.
safetymom
Nov 7, 06, 6:36 pm
They also sent an email stating they gave us $50 vouchers for the wait.
JerseyVics
Nov 7, 06, 8:01 pm
where did they change the tires?
you made it sound like they jacked up the plane at the gate so everyone saw it.
--Russ
roger/wilco
Nov 8, 06, 4:14 pm
where did they change the tires?
you made it sound like they jacked up the plane at the gate so everyone saw it.
--Russ
Aircraft tires are changed at the gate all the time, and yes they do use a jack.
The incoming crew may have flat spotted the tires on landing.
safetymom
Nov 8, 06, 4:39 pm
Yes they did jack it up at the gate. Apparently this was the first time they had to do this in PIT. I have pictures of them working on the plane.
safetymom
Nov 8, 06, 6:17 pm
It seems from the talk at the gate that the plane came in with these problems. It didn't happen on landing at PIT.
The gate agents were great. They served snacks and soft drinks and water to everyone in the gate area.
As a PIT-BOS Monday AM regular (ever since they started service in late June), I can defintely say that both Gary and Anthony get my gold star award for friendly service...
jetBlueNYFL
Nov 13, 06, 9:42 pm
As a PIT-BOS Monday AM regular (ever since they started service in late June), I can defintely say that both Gary and Anthony get my gold star award for friendly service...
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What would you say the loads are like on average on this route?