Rush Hour
by A busy day in the life of a helicopter mechanic.
The day isn’t yet through for me. At 1530H who would better guess a dismal day that would take a twist and end up not quite as expected? I was back to my lazy antics waiting for a Petron gas truck to fulfill the last responsibility of refilling the 24% fuel loss indicated at the helicopter’s fuel gauge. Fulfilling the gas-up afterwards at the absence of spillage unlike in my previous tasks, I was amused to realize I’m slowly getting away with my clumsy instincts. I signed the delivery receipt from the truck driver with the indicated 129 liters used up in the flight. I made a deep breathe of relief with scent of Jet A-1 mixed with the afternoon breeze. 129 liters was what it costed me to come up with a story for the day. 129 liters not letters and if there will still be a point to ask, it was just a feel of the rush; a series of events that crowded itself in the last 50 minutes of my boring life.
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Post CommentMMV Abad
On July 13, 2009 at 5:39 am
Talk about a boring life… Of course not. From what i have read you live an exciting life. though I would trade yours with mine lol! Thanks for sharing kabayan
MMV Abad
On July 13, 2009 at 5:40 am
I meant wouldn’t. I love to have my feet on the ground!
Deep Blue
On July 13, 2009 at 5:49 am
Yes, I’m pretty lucky to get out of the country and brought out that story years back from my journal. I have lost lots of colleagues in flying and have sorts of crosswind landings that nearly knocked me down. Thanks for the comments, fortunately I only learned to write a blog when I resigned and felt closer to my countrymen now that I’m far out of the country.
Jenny Heart
On July 13, 2009 at 7:25 am
Very well written, Keep inspiring others and tell all the stories you can. Like it.
ken bultman
On July 13, 2009 at 8:06 am
I wasn’t bored reading it. I thought it was pretty exciting and well presented. Well, the jeepney rides were a bit bumpy. lol.
Brenda Nelson
On July 13, 2009 at 9:05 am
that would be a hectic job for sure.
rizzei
On July 13, 2009 at 9:15 am
the reality reflects on your works just like this one..it’s kinda long, i say but the way you’ve written it makes it interesting enough to be read in whole:)
Mark Gordon Brown
On July 13, 2009 at 9:17 am
I have never been in a helicopter – too afraid of heights, would have to be one with a door and some dont have them, Glad there are people who can do this kind of a job.
CHAN LEE PENG
On July 13, 2009 at 10:19 am
Well-written piece. Have my liked it.
Kairos
On July 13, 2009 at 10:22 am
Hasham
On July 13, 2009 at 12:40 pm
The way the article was laid out was amazing.
George W Whitehead
On July 13, 2009 at 3:19 pm
Well written, DB.
irishpen
On July 13, 2009 at 6:02 pm
Fascinating~
monica55
On July 13, 2009 at 10:55 pm
Another great piece deepblue. Keep it going.
Monica.
rutherfranc
On July 13, 2009 at 11:07 pm
that ain`t boring at all.. the title gave me the adrenaline as I was also used to be stressed by the rush.. but the your whole day`s adventure is an interesting read.. thanks for sharing.. btw, goodluck on your search for beating that almost statistically improbable ratio of men to women..
RS Wing
On July 15, 2009 at 9:38 pm
Quite the opposite. A very colorful life indeed, as well as life threatening. Even though people view pilots as controlled, educated and well trained experts, I’ve always thought , they had to be a bit crazy to fly an engined bird, with all due respect , of course, good crazy, for sure, and a necessity to save lives. Your command of the language is impeccable and your humor mixed with such a serious scenario is in great taste. Fine work, an edge of your seat ride and great read. Love your humor. Good One. Deep!
CutestPrincess
On August 1, 2009 at 3:58 pm
Very interesting story. Looking forward to reading more soon.
Buma
On August 25, 2009 at 9:57 am
amazing story about work, and looking for more blue! recieves a like it!