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I'd be reluctant to rush to judgement until ALL communications issues are fully established and investigated along with any other mitigating circumstances. Like a doctor accused of malpractice, the pilot deserves an impartial and objective review of all factors before fault is determined.

LEGEND: No. 1 in upper left is BTS Saphan Kwai station Locate Sutthisan Winitchai Rd. First blue dot about Inthamara 3 is One Spa Second blue dot about Inthamara 21 is BT House Massage Third blue dot about Inthamara 23 is KK Massage Fourth blue dot about Inthamara 29 is Home Spa (These are approximate locations on map. The only shop on left (top) side of road is One Spa)

It's becoming increasing clear that communication in general, and phraseology in particular, may turn out to be the keys to understanding the cause of the accident at Heneda. The release of the transcript has established that the Coast Guard aircraft had not been given permission to either be on the runway or to take off while the JAL flight had been cleared to land. The bedrock of preventing runway incursions has been the use of standardize phrases aimed at ensuring both pilots and controllers share the same understanding of instructions. Pilots are required to repeat (say back) the instruction received by the controller. This is intended as a fail safe procedure. However, no communications system is perfect and that appears to be the case here. Another problem that occurs when one party inadvertently speaks simultaneously on the same frequency (known as being "stepped on") results in one or more parties not hearing their transmission. Incursions typically occur when a taxiing aircraft is crossing an active runway or when a aircraft enters an active runway to take off. Any misunderstanding by ether party--pilot or controller--can result in an incursion. For example, in 2010, the US Federal Aviation Administration adopted new language to help reduce the possibility of miscommunications. Line Up and Wait Phraseology Change Beginning on September 30, 2010, the words "Position and Hold" will no longer be used to instruct a pilot to enter the runway and await takeoff clearance. Under the new "Line Up and Wait" phraseology, the controller will: State the call-sign. State the departure runway. State "Line Up and Wait". Differences in phraseology contribute to runway incursions. Analysis by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) revealed that differences between FAA and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) air traffic control phraseology contribute to runway incursion risks. NTSB recommended that the FAA adopt the international standard terminology: "Line Up and Wait" to replace "Position and Hold". FAA Safety Analysis. In accordance with its Safety Management System procedures, the FAA Air Traffic Organization conducted a safety analysis of this recommendation. FAA implemented mitigations to ensure a safe transition from the old phraseology to the new. Exercise caution. Be aware the phrase "Traffic Holding in Position" will continue to be used to advise other aircraft that traffic has been authorized to "Line Up and Wait" on an active runway. REMEMBER: Never cross a hold line without explicit ATC instructions. You may not enter a runway unless you have been: Instructed to cross or taxi onto that specific runway Cleared to take off from that runway, or Instructed to "Line Up and Wait" on that specific runway If in doubt ASK! ============== From ABC News Australia A transcript of communication between air traffic control and two aircraft that collided and burst into flames at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport appears to show that only the larger Japan Airlines (JAL) flight was given permission to use the runway. But while the transcript appears to show the Coast Guard plane was only given permission to taxi, Japan's NHK television reported that the smaller plane's captain, the only member of the Coast Guard crew to survive, maintained he was given permission to take off. An official from Japan's civil aviation bureau told reporters there was no indication in the transcripts that the Coast Guard aircraft had been granted permission to take off, according to Reuters. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-01-04/japan-airlines-crash-permission-to-land-coast-guard-not-cleared/103283704

From Pattaya News Makha Bucha Day (Substitution) – February 26th, 2024 (Monday): Alcohol Sales: OK In lieu of the Makha Bucha Day closure, this substitution day allows for normal alcohol sales and operations. Chakri Day – April 6th, 2024 (Saturday): Alcohol Sales: OK Chakri Day celebrates the founding of the Chakri Dynasty, a significant event in Thai history. On this day, enjoy alcohol sales without any restrictions. Chakri Day (Substitution) – April 8th, 2024 (Monday): Alcohol Sales: OK Similar to the substitution for Makha Bucha Day, Chakri Day’s substitution day permits regular alcohol sales and entertainment operations. Songkran Festival – April 13th-16th, 2024 (Sat-Tues): Alcohol Sales: OK Songkran, the Thai New Year, is a world-famous water festival. During this period, alcohol sales are allowed. Keep in mind Pattaya will last through April 19th, with the 19th being the “big” day. Labour Day – May 1st, 2024 (Wednesday): Alcohol Sales: OK Labour Day is a global celebration, and in Thailand, it is observed with regular alcohol sales. Visakha Bucha Day – May 22nd, 2024 (Wednesday): Alcohol Sales: NO Visakha Bucha Day commemorates significant events in Buddha’s life. On this day, the nightlife sector will be closed, and alcohol sales are restricted. H.M. The Queen Suthida’s Birthday – June 3rd, 2024 (Monday): Alcohol Sales: OK Celebrate the birthday of the current Queen of Thailand with unrestricted alcohol sales on this day. Asarnha Bucha Day – July 20th, 2024 (Saturday): Alcohol Sales: NO Asarnha Bucha Day marks Buddha’s first sermon, and alcohol sales will be restricted. Wan Khao Phansa – July 21st, 2024 (Sunday): Alcohol Sales: NO Wan Khao Phansa signifies a period of monks staying in one location. Alcohol sales will be restricted. Asarnha Bucha Day (Substitution) – July 22nd, 2024 (Monday): Alcohol Sales: OK The substitution day for Asarnha Bucha allows for regular alcohol sales and operations. H.M. King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s Birthday – July 28th, 2024 (Sunday): Alcohol Sales: OK Celebrate the birthday of the current King of Thailand with unrestricted alcohol sales on this day. H.M. King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s Birthday (Substitution) – July 29th, 2024 (Monday): Alcohol Sales: OK Similar to other substitution days, the King’s birthday substitution allows regular alcohol sales and entertainment. Mother’s Day – August 12th, 2024 (Monday): Alcohol Sales: OK Mother’s Day is celebrated with unrestricted alcohol sales. H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great Memorial Day – October 13th, 2024 (Sunday): Alcohol Sales: OK Commemorate the passing of the previous King with regular alcohol sales on this day. H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej The Great Memorial Day (Substitution) – October 14th, 2024 (Monday): Alcohol Sales: OK The substitution day for the King’s Memorial allows for regular alcohol sales and entertainment. Wan Awk Phansa – October 17th, 2024 (Thursday): Alcohol Sales: NO Marking the end of Buddhist Lent, all entertainment places will be closed, and alcohol sales are restricted. Chulalongkorn Day – October 23th, 2024 (Wednesday): Alcohol Sales: OK Celebrate the birthday of the 5th King of Thailand with unrestricted alcohol sales on Chulalongkorn Day. Father’s Day – December 5th, 2024 (Thursday): Alcohol Sales: OK Honoring the previous King, Father’s Day is celebrated with unrestricted alcohol sales. Constitution Day – December 10th, 2024 (Sunday): Alcohol Sales: OK Remember the country’s first permanent constitution with regular alcohol sales on Constitution Day. Constitution Day (Substitution) – December 11th, 2024 (Monday): Alcohol Sales: OK Similar to other substitution days, Constitution Day’s substitution allows regular alcohol sales and entertainment. New Year’s Eve – December 31st, 2024 (Tuesday): Alcohol Sales: OK

From NHK Newsline Passengers of burning plane detail horrific ordeal Passengers of a Japan Airlines plane that collided with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft at Tokyo's Haneda Airport on Tuesday have been describing their dramatic escape. Many instantly knew something had gone horribly wrong when the plane met the runway at 5:47 P.M. One passenger says she heard a bang, and noticed a fire. She says she initially thought there had been a bird strike or other incident. But as the flames spread, she knew it was a bigger accident. She said, "The crew urged travelers to stay calm and kept asking them to sit down and not to take their luggage. But people kept coming forward." She continued, "The inside of the plane became pitch dark, and the fire kept getting bigger," adding that she thought her life was about to end. Another passenger says the plane filled with smoke. He says the cabin crew announced that the doors at the center and back could not be opened, so everyone evacuated from the front. All 379 passengers and crew used three emergency exits. The last person got out at 6:05 P.M. Continues with video https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20240103_31/

My client--me--declines to answer in order not to come across as the total slut that he is. Last vaudeville act I saw was at the Old Howard.😄

With all your years of experience you're asking me how it works? You could write the book on it 😄

Hard facts (in shape of erect penis) is what you'll get if you just clean up your act a bit.

After seven sessions on Soi 6 on my last trip, I'd say you can get as good service on Soi 6 as you find anywhere in the Silom-Surawong rectangle. The key is to discuss what you're looking for in advance.

From The Nation After a mishap on Tuesday, Eastern Bangkok Monorail Ltd (EBM), which operates the Yellow Line monorail line, has adjusted their train timetable from departing every 5-10 minutes to every 30 minutes throughout the service hours (from 6am to midnight). In its announcement on Wednesday, EBM advised commuters to adjust their travel time accordingly. They also apologised for the inconvenience. The sudden adjustment came after an incident on Tuesday evening, in which a wheel fell off a Yellow Line train and hit a taxi on Thepharak Road in Samut Prakan province. Nobody was injured by the mishap. The train was running outbound at the time and had almost reached Si Thepha station when the accident occurred. The accident prompted Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit to schedule urgent talks on Wednesday with Bangkok Mass Transit System Plc (BTSC), which owns 75% of EBM’s parent, BSR JV Consortium. According to a source, BTSC was expected to give explanations regarding the cause of the accident, as well as highlight safety measures to prevent future accidents. The Yellow Line spans 30.4 kilometres and 23 stations from northern Bangkok to Samut Prakan in the southern suburbs. Commercial operations began in July last year. Photo credit: Pattaya News

Excerpted from Japan Times: Trisha Ferguson, an aviation expert involved in passenger safety education, told The New York Times that the evacuation was an example of cooperation between the plane’s crew and its passengers. "The crew was spectacular in their reaction times,” said Ferguson, CEO of the Interaction Group, which designs airline safety cards. "What they did was amazing.” She told the newspaper that safety policies in recent decades have focused on educating passengers about how to react in emergencies, rather than simply having well-trained staff. Some have called the successful escape a miracle, with Paul Hayes, director of U.K.-based aviation consultancy Ascend by Cirium, supporting Thomas’ claim that no-one was seen leaving the plane carrying hand luggage. "The cabin crew must have done an excellent job,” Hayes told Reuters. “It was a miracle that all the passengers got off." https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/01/03/japan/haneda-miracle-rescue/

Please allow me to help you out, Riobard. After all the advice you proffered here, please consider that you'll get more dates by a good daily scrubbing and a long Listerine gargle. 😉

Did you ever meet a thesaurus you didn't just absolutely adore?

+1 You'll find upwards of 75 guys trying to get your attention on any given day. They're all quite approachable and represent a good cross section of ASEAN nations (9-Teen excepted because its staff is all Thai). The shops have en suite showers and massage tables for oil/cream massage. Take a few minutes to chat with the guys. If they don't speak English, one of their mates will. You can pick your masseur. If you choose not to you'll be assigned next one in rotation. A recommended location 👍.

So you're answer is to present yourself as dirty as possible. Good point. 😄

And I'm sure our sex partners would appreciate the fact that we paid extra attention to our personal hygiene.

No, I said "tops and bottoms". You said "top and bottom." I can see how you got confused. I agree, however, that "versatile" would be a perfectly acceptable alternative. While you're in town you may want to mention it to managers in the SK shops. Or maybe get them to consider what mamasans in the go-go bars prefer: "does everything." 🙂

There's only one way to find out: call ahead and try. Just like any other shop that handles free agency guys. Alternative: walk over to Silom Soi 6 and you'll find 75+ guys who are definitely on site.

The outcome is testament to the cabin crew in getting all 357 aboard the A350 out of the aircraft. It reflects much credit on the carrier, the training the crew received and the behavior of the passengers. Anything less could have resulted an unthinkable tragedy. This video includes some brief footage taken by a passenger from within the cabin after the collision.

And for those who looked closely, all but two of the pics in the Home photo post were tops and bottoms.

Home Spa is the last massage shop on the road before passing under the expressway and only a few minutes walk beyond KK Massage. It generally operates like the other independent (free agent) shops in Saphan Kwai but usually has a larger cadre of guys on hand in a "resting" room. For the mobility impaired, it has rooms and showers on the street level. With this shop I'd recommend reserving a guy of your choice rather than trying your luck on arrival. Here's a recent LINE posting.

From Pattaya Mail Pattaya and Koh Larn Island, two of the most popular tourist destinations in Thailand, welcomed the New Year with a grand celebration that attracted over 300,000 visitors and generated more than 2.5 billion baht in economic circulation. The event, dubbed “Pattaya Countdown 2024”, was a joint effort between the city of Pattaya and the Provincial Administration Organization of Chonburi, with support from the public and private sectors. The event, which ran from December 29 to 31, featured a variety of activities and attractions for both Thai and international tourists, such as concerts, fireworks, food stalls, and light shows. The event was held for the first time on Pattaya Beach, under the theme “The Fantastic Beach”, to showcase the beauty and charm of the seaside city. The event also included free trade spaces for local vendors, who were able to sell their products and services to the visitors, creating an additional income source and stimulating the local economy. The event was a resounding success, with accommodation bookings in Pattaya exceeding 90% of available rooms, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand. The event also drew huge crowds to the beachfront, where a spectacular fireworks display lit up the sky on the final night. A photo taken from a hotel showed a kilometre-long stretch of people enjoying the music, the views, and the food on the beach road.

From The Nation Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has issued a warning to Transport Company’s chief – improve the condition of the Mor Chit 2 interprovincial bus terminal or face the axe. Government spokesman Chai Wacharonke said on Tuesday that the premier has also instructed the Transport Ministry to oversee the improvements to the bus terminal before the Songkran holidays. Mor Chit 2 is the largest bus terminal in the capital and serves provinces in the North and Northeast. Srettha’s order comes in response to public complaints and criticism last week from a Move Forward MP. The spokesman said the ministry was told to ensure there are no more public complaints about the bus terminal, adding that the PM expects it to start receiving compliments instead