NW DC-9 hits coyote on takeoff in GRB
May 10, 2007, 11:40 pm
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NW DC-9 hits coyote on takeoff in GRB
Just something for a slow news day - NW 1206, a DC-9, hit a coyote on take off this morning on the way to DTW. DTW was fogged in and we were diverted to GRR for fuel. There were several emergency vehicles out when we landed as a precautionary measure. No damage to the aircraft but the little guy evidently perished. 
May 11, 2007, 2:23 am
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May 11, 2007, 4:05 am
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LOL!
No damage to the AC but a pair of "ACME" dynamite powered roller-skates were found several miles away.
No damage to the AC but a pair of "ACME" dynamite powered roller-skates were found several miles away.
May 11, 2007, 1:31 pm
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Just something for a slow news day - NW 1206, a DC-9, hit a coyote on take off this morning on the way to DTW. DTW was fogged in and we were diverted to GRR for fuel. There were several emergency vehicles out when we landed as a precautionary measure. No damage to the aircraft but the little guy evidently perished.
BTW, DTW has had heavy fog in the AM the past couple of days Bob H
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Flight: 1206
Date: Thu., May 10, 2007
Departs: Green Bay Austin-Straubel Field, WI ( GRB ) Arrives: Grand Rapids-Int'l, MI ( GRR )
Gate: B4 Gate:
Scheduled: 6:00AM Scheduled:
Actual: 5:53AM Actual: 8:40AM
Aircraft: DC9-30 Weather: GRR
Status: Arrived Sign up for
Departs: Grand Rapids-Int'l, MI ( GRR ) Arrives: Detroit-Wayne County Int'l, MI (DTW)
Gate: Gate: A7
Scheduled: Scheduled: 8:12AM
Actual: 10:17AM Actual: 11:29AM
Aircraft: DC9-30 Weather: DTW
Note: Diversion/delay due to enroute weather conditions.
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May 11, 2007, 1:36 pm
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We enlisted further help in forced DC-9 retirements...
May 11, 2007, 2:30 pm
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15+ hours and nobody's dragged out that "We've already notified catering" gag ?? 
May 11, 2007, 6:00 pm
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Why would anyone notifiy catering when both crew & Y pax are being deprived of nourishment these days? Better to scoop him up for immediate consumption. Catering would probably add him to their WBC menu.
May 11, 2007, 6:34 pm
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Never remember an episode where he met his demise by aircraft impact - plenty of speeding locomotives, though.
My favorite one is when he builds his own railroad crossing with the twelve-foot section of railroad track, starts the wig-wag signal swinging, and then from behind a rock jumps on the track in front of the Roadrunner to catch the bird and... WHAM!... out of nowhere comes an express train. Funny stuff WB dreamed up back then.
May 11, 2007, 7:20 pm
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Opps!
May 11, 2007, 7:35 pm
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Perhaps this is a sign of good things to come -- a GRB WC featuring hot snacks?
New WC food
I know this was discussed recently - at least the potential for adding food options. But I just saw this news item on nwa.com and hadn't seen any discussion re: this "official" news:
Delicious New Items Added to WorldClubs
Northwest WorldClubs is always looking for ways to make your travel more rewarding. That's why we're proud to offer new food selections in the WorldClubs to keep you going during your busy travels.
We surveyed WorldClubs members, asking for opinions and suggestions regarding food and snack options. The most popular request was for more fruit and more snack options. Your opinion means a great deal to us, and that's why we're making changes to our menu.
There's something for everyone.
The WorldClubs menu will feature a range of new additions from salty to sweet and from healthy to hearty. New items will include Special K cereal bars and a new assortment of fruit such as oranges and granny smith apples. A tasty deluxe snack mix will also be added to our expanding menu. Each Club will incorporate some local touches as well, so be sure to visit the WorldClubs and watch for your suggested changes next time you're traveling!
New WC food
I know this was discussed recently - at least the potential for adding food options. But I just saw this news item on nwa.com and hadn't seen any discussion re: this "official" news:
Delicious New Items Added to WorldClubs
Northwest WorldClubs is always looking for ways to make your travel more rewarding. That's why we're proud to offer new food selections in the WorldClubs to keep you going during your busy travels.
We surveyed WorldClubs members, asking for opinions and suggestions regarding food and snack options. The most popular request was for more fruit and more snack options. Your opinion means a great deal to us, and that's why we're making changes to our menu.
There's something for everyone.
The WorldClubs menu will feature a range of new additions from salty to sweet and from healthy to hearty. New items will include Special K cereal bars and a new assortment of fruit such as oranges and granny smith apples. A tasty deluxe snack mix will also be added to our expanding menu. Each Club will incorporate some local touches as well, so be sure to visit the WorldClubs and watch for your suggested changes next time you're traveling!
May 12, 2007, 4:20 am
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Sorry for the coyote, but still funny.
Sorry for the coyote, but still funny.
May 12, 2007, 4:22 am
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