Comments by "gary K" (@garyK.45ACP) on "Watch: Pilot lands 394-ton A380 sideways as Storm Dennis rages" video.

  1. I only first experienced the clapping the first time I flew into what was then the USSR (Kiev, Ukraine SSR in 1979). When everyone broke out clapping I thought..."Wait, is it unusual to land safely?" I'm 70 years old, first flew in the USA when I was 12 and never experienced people applauding when landing. I do not recall it being a "thing" in the USA. That said...I think it is courteous to show the pilots and crew you appreciate their skills and always said "thank you for a safe flight" to the crew when exiting.
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  2. Co-Pilot: That runway looks WAY too short. Pilot: Yes, but look how W I D E it is!
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