All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
Folks, I’ve been blogging for your aviation enjoyment for over six years now!
Up our Blog Buddy expedition goes, to the 118th floor of the Ritz for drinks above Hong Kong!
In that time, we’ve had some spectacular adventures together. I’ve traveled the U.S. and the globe to meet you. I can tell you, unequivocally, that that has been by far the most rewarding treat of this whole blogging thing: Meeting you!
Over the years, I’ve received plenty of feedback from you, in regards to the blog and my other writings for both Airways Magazine and my Books, and I’ve responded accordingly. In addition, the internet provides wonderfully detailed data in regards to what posts are more popular than others. So, for your viewing pleasure, here’s the Best of the Best, from the past half dozen years!
BUT FIRST . . .
THIS POST IS DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF RANDY LAUSON
Randy hugs fellow FA and Team Aux Producer Bunny.
Last week, our airline family lost a very beloved flight attendant. Randy was always one of my very favorite crew to fly with, for a number of reasons. He was so good, and so attentive to his passengers and crew, that a long-time jaded flying journalist wrote a story about him. Yes, he was that impactful!
Randy, THANK YOU for the FANTASTIC service over the years!
We will dearly, sorely miss you.
And Now . . .
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
We’ll do like we did with the last post, our annual “Best of” the previous year, by doing a countdown of sorts of the Top 10ish or so, along with some extra treats and tidbits that I don’t want you to miss. For you long-time Blog Buddies, many will be familiar to you. For you newer folks, you’re in for some serious avgeek treats!
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
#10: Cap’n Aux vs. Hurricane Hugo
What’s wrong with this picture?…Very wrong?!
One of my all-time wildest adventures—and certainly something I coulda done without—was having to evacuate our idyllic Virgin Islands Seaplane Shuttle base in 1989, when the first-ever Category 5 hurricane made a direct hit on our beloved home, St. Croix, US Virgin Islands.
As we all recently experienced from last season’s incredibly devastating hurricane season, they are nothing but massive behemoths of destruction, to be prepared for and avoided at all costs. Here’s Part 1 and 2 of my adventures from 1989.
If you haven’t seen it before, don’t miss it: the photos are absolutely mind-boggling!
These stories can also be found in the first two volumes of my nonfiction book series
There I Wuz! Adventures From 3 Decades in the Sky
Direct Link to
There I Wuz!
Series:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076MFCFGS/ref=series_rw_dp_sw
Part 1: http://capnaux.com/there-i-wuz-gone-with-the-hurricane/
Part 2: http://capnaux.com/hurricane-hugo-part-2/
Related Posts
- IAH, HOU, MSY, #HurricaneHarvey and YOU http://capnaux.com/iah-hou-msy-hurricaneharvey-and-you/
- #TIW4: Puerto Rico Hurricane Disaster Relief #Aviation-Style! http://capnaux.com/tiw4-puerto-rico-hurricane-disaster-relief-aviation-style/
- Pilots of the Caribbean: Stranded in Paradise! http://capnaux.com/there-i-wuz-pilot-of-the-caribbean/
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All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
#9: A Future Pilot Interviews Cap’n Aux
Over the years, I’ve interviewed many of you, and have been interviewed multiple times as well. Here’s one of the first, from a student looking for info from an airline pilot. I think it’s also one of the best, as high schooler Cameron asks the same questions most people ask of me daily.
What’s life like in the sky? Here’s your answer!
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/a-future-pilot-interviews-capn-aux/
Related Posts (Including Several Podcast Interviews)
Interviews of Cap’n Aux
- The BBC Interviews Cap’n Aux about A320 Safety http://capnaux.com/the-bbc-n-me/
- Another BBC interview http://capnaux.com/interlude-3-capn-aux-firsts-the-bbc/
- SimpleFlight Radio—Oshkosh Interview via iTunes (“There I Wuz!” Ep 13, 7/29/14)
- Aviation careers podcast interview: http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/acp054-a320-captain-and-alaska-bush-pilot-capn-aux/
- airlinegeeks podcast interview: http://30kfeet.us/1hRSwJ3
- AviatorCast 9/19/14 http://www.flyaoamedia.com/aviatorcast-podcast/aviatorcast-episode-36-capn-aux-airline-pilot-author-blogger-passionate-aviator/
- Interview by Tally One http://capnaux.com/interview-tally-one-free-stuff/
- AirNewsX Interviews Cap’n Aux http://capnaux.com/interlude-airnewsx-interviews-capn-aux/
- Bombogenesis—news media interview http://capnaux.com/bombogenesis-and-airlines-how-do-pilots-cope/
Interviews By Cap’n Aux
- Exclusive: Interview with AA550 First Officer Stackelhouse http://capnaux.com/?s=interview
- Interview with an Alaskan Bush Pilot http://capnaux.com/interview-with-an-alaska-bush-pilot/
- Video Interview with the Stars of TV’s Airplane Repo! http://capnaux.com/tvs-airplane-repo-an-interview-with-the-stars/
- Interview with a Future Airline Pilot http://capnaux.com/capn-aux-interviews-swayne-martin-future-airline-pilot/
- Secrets of an Airline Freight Dog http://capnaux.com/secrets-of-an-airline-freight-dog/
- Confessions of a Regional Pilot http://capnaux.com/interview-with-jonny-mcb-regional-pilot/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
#8: Making of a European Pilot
My awesome Blog Buddy Cap’n Raphael Favre has had some amazing adventures that we’ve chronicled here, including his ’round the world trek flying Breitling’s fully-restored DC-3. In his “civilian life”, he’s an A320 captain for a European airline. How’d he get there? Here’s his story!
This was the Number One Post of 2016.
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/the-making-of-a-european-airline-pilot/
Related Posts
- Round the World in Breitling’s DC-3 http://capnaux.com/jumpseating-breitling-dc-3-part-1/
- Adventures of Cap’n Raph! http://capnaux.com/adventures-capn-raph/
These Stories and More
are available in
There I Wuz! Volume 4
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076J39CB6
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
#7: May the Fourth Be With You!
This is a fun, whimsical post, and one of my personal all-time favorites. Why? Because we celebrate “Unofficial Star Wars Day” (You know, as in, “May the 4th be with you!”) by reviewing some of my favorite fictional Captains, from TV and movies. We talk about their quirks, and why I, as a real-life airline Captain, look up to them. Or, at least, get inspired by the traits that make them so Captain-y.
An entertaining education for you Cap’ns-to-be!
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/interlude-may-the-fourth-be-with-you/
Related Post
Here’s a wild and whacky Word on the Ramp video (our “Periodic Roundup of All Cool Things Aviation,”) with a zany Star Wars theme. Enjoy!
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/may-the-bif-wotr-be-with-you/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
#6: Women in Aviation
The world’s first and only licensed pilot with no arms, Cap’n Jessica Cox, in Command!
This series celebrated women in aviation by profiling some downright amazing female aviators. Here’s the whole series!
- Jessica Cox: One Handy Pilot! http://capnaux.com/women-in-aviation-jessica-cox-one-handy-pilot/
- Karlene Petitt, Author, Aviator, Blogger, & CNN Rock Star! http://capnaux.com/women-in-aviation-karlene-petitt-author-aviator-blogger-cnn-rock-star/
- SkyChick Ramona Cox http://capnaux.com/women-of-aviation-skychick-ramona-cox-the-airway-less-traveled/
- The Amazing Dr. Anna Serbinenko! http://capnaux.com/women-in-aviation-aerobatics-fbos/
- Helicopter Mercy Pilot Diana Stanger http://capnaux.com/women-in-aviation-helicopter-mercy-pilot-dianna-stanger/
- Tales From the Terminal’s Jennifer S http://capnaux.com/women-in-aviation-tales-from-the-terminal/
- Monica of Arabia, 777 Captain http://capnaux.com/women-of-aviation-the-lady-captain-in-the-arabian-skies/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
#5: Around the World in 80 Jumpseats
Another one of my personal favorites, this whimsical (yes, I do like whimsical!) piece celebrates the pilots’ special perk, the airline jumpseat. Our (nearly) free ticket to the world!
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/around-the-world-in-80-jumpseats-surprise-vid/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
#4: Top 10 Downers of an Airline Pilot Career
Contrary to the glam Hollywood depictions of airline life, there are downsides to this business—lots of them. And, if you’re planning a career in aviation, whether in the cockpit, back in the cabin, or on the ground, you’d better be aware of them. Here’s a few of the pitfalls!
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/top-10-downers-of-an-airline-career/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
#3: Cap’n Aux Answers Your Avgeek Questions
This series consistently marks atop the ranks for hits, and no wonder. You, the blog reader, wrote in with myriad questions about the airline life. Questions ranging from what do I do on my overnights to what’s the function of the A320 Cost Index on the Perf Page of the MCDU!
The series that swelled from 2 posts into 6. If you have a question, I’m sure I answered it here!
Direct Links
- Part 1 http://capnaux.com/capn-aux-answers-your-avgeek-questions-part-i/
- Part 2 http://capnaux.com/capn-aux-answers-your-avgeek-qs-part-ii/
- Part 3 http://capnaux.com/capn-aux-answers-your-avgeek-qs-part-iii/
- Part 4 http://capnaux.com/capn-aux-answers-your-avgeek-qs-part-iv/
- Part 4 v. 2.0 http://capnaux.com/capn-aux-answers-your-qs-part-iv-2-0/
Bonus!
- Part 5—A bonus! The story of our last and final Q & A post, which, for the very first time, introduced us to a special young man: Everyone’s favorite Cap’n—Cap’n Dillon!
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/the-capn-dillon-story/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
#2: The Airline Cockpit in 7 “Simple” Steps
Yet another consistently popular post, this one leads you by the hand to the airline cockpit. All you need is a little chutzpah, a lotta dough, and several years of extremely committed elbow grease! Is it worth it? Only you can decide that!
Your personal guide to the greatest “office view” in the world:
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/airline-cockpit-7-steps-updated/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
And what’s the Number One Cap’n Aux blog post of all time? Before we get to that, a word from our sponsors . . .
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Folks, Team Aux has been thrilled to bring you the coolest of aviation stuff for the past six years, and we endeavor to do so well into the future.
However, after 9 books, dozens of Airways articles and videos, and hundreds of blog posts, I find that it’s time to rest a bit, to allow the Creative Fluid Reservoir to refill.
Moreover, my other interests, such as banjo and guitar, golfing, adventure travel and other sports, have been put on the back burner for too long.
In order to rebalance these things, I’m planning on backing off the blog for a bit.
What’s more, there may be some pilot transition training in the near future, as I eye the prospects of an upgrade to some fun overseas flying on the A330, 767, 777, or 787. The decision hasn’t quite been made, but I’m excited to explore the possibilities!
Cap’n Aux, International Widebody Cap’n? I must admit, it does have a ring to it! And, just think of the blog posts I’ll be able to whip up for you from my further adventures!
During this mini hiatus, I will still be completely reachable at the usual social media outlets:
Cap’n Aux Media
Email eric@capnaux.com- Facebook http://www.facebook.com/CapnAux
- Twitter https://twitter.com/capnaux
- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/capnaux/
- Books amazon.com/author/ericauxier
- Airways Magazineairwaysmag.com/author/eauxier/
- Vimeo page http://vimeo.com/capnaux
- Word on the Ramp https://vimeo.com/album/3162370
- Best of https://vimeo.com/album/3162373
- YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/capnauxblog
I also still plan to be available for guest speaking arrangements, books signings, and, heck, lunch with you when I’m on an overnight in your city! And, speaking of signings, let me know if you’d like a copy of one or more of my books signed to you or a loved one! (And, if we do indeed meet up for that lunch, you will automatically get a free signed copy of one of my books!)
For any of the above requests, or to simply chat or ask a question, simply contact me at eric@capnaux.com, and we’ll go from there!
Book Series Links
Each book available in Print and eBook.
All but the Code Name: Dodger series available on audiobook
The Last Bush Pilots
(an Amazon Top 100 Breakthrough Novel)
- Amazon Print https://www.createspace.com/4053153
- eBook https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A943BDA
- Audio amazon.com/The-Last-Bush-Pilots/dp/B01A5TUR6M
- iBooks http://ibookstore.com/products.php?i=1480279889
- Barnes & Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-last-bush-pilots-mr-eric-auxier/1113829798?
There I Wuz! Adventures From 3 Decades in the Sky
4-Volume series
(Volumes can be read in any order)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B076MFCFGS/ref=series_rw_dp_sw
Code Name: Dodger
(A Young Adult Spy/Fly thriller series for all ages)
4-Volume Series
(Missions an be read in any order)
4-Mission Series:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWVITPJ/ref=series_rw_dp_sw
And Now . . .
The Number One Cap’n Aux Post of All Time . . .
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
Drum Roll . . . .
Ta Daaaaa!!!
#1: Top 10 Things to Never Say to a Pilot
To those of you who’ve been with us for the long haul, this one probably comes as no surprise. This one struck a chord, for both pilots and aviation enthusiasts alike, who continue to share it on the social media channel of their choice.
Pretty dang funny, if you ask me. That’s because it’s pretty dang true!
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/top-things-never-to-say-to-a-pilot/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
Cap’n Aux Picks
I meet up with Kevin H, with whom I launched my aviation career as an Alaska bush pilot. He still plies the skies, out of Ketchikan. Man, I love his DHC-2 Beaver float plane!
While not in the “All Time Top 10,” there’s a few extra posts I’d like to share with you that are especially dear to my heart. Enjoy!
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
Blog Buddies!
A post about other pilot-bloggers out there. Some of my favorites!
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/blogs-blog-buddies-part-2/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
The Loon is a Harsh Mistress
Ask any pilot how they got into flying, and you will hear a love story. One like mine. Just in time to catch the tail end of Valentine’s Day!
The Loon is a Harsh Mistress: The Pilot’s Dysfunctional Love Affair
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/the-loon-is-a-harsh-mistress-the-pilots-dysfunctional-love-affair/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
Zen & the Art of Aircraft Maintenance
A consistently popular post in its own right, this one is fun, and even launched its own series . . .
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/zen-and-the-art-of-aircraft-maintenance/
Zen and the Art of . . .
- Passenger Maintenance http://capnaux.com/zen-redux-zen-and-the-art-of-passenger-mainenance/
- Pilot Maintenance http://capnaux.com/zen-trois-zen-and-the-art-of-pilot-maintenance/
- Landing (a Video) http://capnaux.com/vlog-zen-the-art-of-landing/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
Stranger Than Fiction!
Can you guess the truth from the fiction? A fun piece with some crazy aviation factoids!
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/blogformation-stranger-than-fiction/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
Jumpseating on the Breitling Around the World DC-3!
We featured this series in the previous “Best of” post as well, but I wanna make darn sure you caught it.
One of the coolest aviation adventures of my life, this story made the September, 2017 cover story for Airways Magazine.
Direct Link: http://capnaux.com/jumpseating-breitling-dc-3-part-1/
Part 2: http://capnaux.com/jumpseating-breitling-dc-3-part-2/
Part 3: http://capnaux.com/jumpseating-breitling-round-world-dc-3-part-3/
All Time Best of Cap’n Aux!
Hooey! I think I’ve given you enough for even the most avid of you avgeeks out there! Again, feel free to contact me at eric@capnaux.com, and we’ll be seeing you from time to time right here on the blog.
Until the next post,
This is Cap’n Aux . . .
It’s Show Time, Folks!
Signing off!
