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Actually, the answer to the first equation (which I believe the poster intended):

(2+2) = pi*sqroot(2+N), is N = -0.378861

The anwser to the alternatively proposed equation (which I do not believe the poster intended):

(2+2) = (pi*pi)*(2+N), is N = -1.594715

I don't think we really need more significant digits to get an acceptable answer, although the answer could be much longer.

Basic algebra.

Depends on which of these two definitions you use for "expert":
1. An "ex" is a has-been, and a "spert" is a drip under pressure.
2. A jerk from out of town who uses powerpoint.

Either way, we're all experts in the DL forum, and OP will fit right in.
:)

Sorry, but: Correction isn't worth it
 

OK, I just have to say something here. I've read this thread with quiet interest, wondering if "Correction" is truly some sort of technical wizard that would, in fact, be nice to have around! I thought, "Well, perhaps Correction is the greatly-gifted technical-type with suboptimal social skills, and maybe we just need to exercise patience." I no longer think so.

What no one has come right out and said is "He may be a fraud."

First, his opening volley was rude and senseless. Read it again! Calling the FT community at large "buffoons" at some point (or something like that...I'm not going back to check precisely) is ridiculous.

Second, his arrogant, self-important attitude is strange, isn't it? Why would someone suddenly show up only to "correct" us from our misunderstandings, but also be so rude about it? That's incongruous with his message of wanting to "help" us understand issues we buffoons can't handle.

Third, and perhaps most importantly, who among us was actually IMPRESSED with his "technical" answer, appearing at Post No. 59 of this thread. I rarely do this, but here is a cut-and-paste of his entire answer, which I'll post in red for clarity separation from my text:

Correction wrote, in reply to very good technical questions posed to him by another poster, the following drivel: "I can't really answer the question about the 752 for several reasons. The block times you see when you book the flight are based on a variety of factors. However it is primarily historical data. The fewer flights operated, the less accurate the number. If you are asking what new 752 destinations CO might serve out of EWR? Well... that's up to CO. I think they are still waiting to see how the winglets pan out. By the way, the 752 is a terrible "cargo carrier" because of the size of the bins. It only handles "bulk" cargo and not the LD-type containers. Of course you knew all of that.

About the 762: CO uses GE-powered 762s and the problem with obtaining new 762s is not powerplant, but other fleet commonality issues and number of cycles. Go ride on a DL 762 and then a CO 762 and the difference is quite obvious. The older 767s are in poor shape. Not to mention the availability of 767-200ER models is extremely limited. An example of fleet commonality will come up this fall as the ATA 753s are delivered. There are quite a few differences between the CO 753 and the ATA 753, but some of the important things (like powerplants) are the same. If I remember correctly, the brown interiors will remain though.

Used 764 and 777? I don't think there are any available. Just because you see it in the desert doesn't mean it's for sale."

Now, let's just look at this for a moment. Is there one piece of information -- any information at all -- that the seasoned frequent-flyer doesn't already know? Or, more precisely, is there any information in Correction's post that the seasoned FT'er couldn't find out with minimal searching on these hallowed threads?

Face it: Correction punted, and he didn't even BEGIN to address the technical isses posed to him re: weight and fuel burn, capable airfields and landing length requirements, pax restrictions, and other variables put to him. Instead, he droned on about block times relying on historical data for accuracy (duh!), the fewwer flights/the less statistical significance (duh!), that CO and DL use different powerplants for their 767s (umm...new info, please?), and other soft info that any generally intelligent frequent-flyer either (1) knows already, or (2) can find out with a minimum of investigation.

In other words, his superior technical knowledge is certainly not on display in ANY post Correction had made. There has been far more detailed, insightful technical knowledge coming from the seasoned FT posters, and I'm sure I'll continue to look to them for such knowledge.

Correction, after setting yourself up, you failed to measure up. When put to task on questions (which you asked for), you failed to deliver. We welcome one and all here, and we welcome you, too! But certainly, being gracious, polite, supportive, and affirming is just as important as being "right." I guess I'm just not sure I want such "Correction" of my thinking.

Another attorney I work with is "difficult." But he's so brilliant, and I learn so much from him, and he takes such good care of my clients in my absence...that he's worth it! And, I know he actually does care for all of us! Correction, however, has not earned that. Is he worth the "difficult" part because he is so giften, and deep down he really has a terrific heart? Hmmm...not in evidence on THIS record.

I say he's a phony. But Im happy to be proven wrong and will gladly retract if so.

Come on, guys/girls. I KNOW some of you must agree with me. Channa? Umguy? Where are you?

What is the meaning of life?

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-Vincent

He's as phony as a three dollar bill.

When you introduce yourself by calling people buffoons, you don't get a welcome in my house. You get shown the door. Maybe things are different in Houston.

In one fell swoop he managed to insult both this community (or as he calls it, your ranks) and the folks at Airliners.net

Nahhhh; even in houston, a ...... is a ....... :D

I'm not saying what I think, but I will just say please play nice. No name calling from either side.

Correction I am curious if you do fly then u would know about the bulletin put out about by GE about the 767. Could you PM and tell me what's going on? Since it went to all the US carriers regardless if they have the plane or not.

I have inside info as to the true identity of correction....

Are you sharing? :)

I agree with you 100%. Thanks for the well thought-out post. ^ ^ ^ ^

Once Correction replies to you about this, I would appreciate learning of the bulletin's contents as I have flights coming up soon EWR-ZRH on 762s.

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:rolleyes: Even little ole me knows about this one.

I'm not sorry that you offered to "help"....I'm just sorry that you really are not capable of living up to your claims after entering the forum with such bravado. On the bright side....this thread has given me more laughs in two days than I've had in the past two months.