Re: Gobsmacked!
> True, but making them get up and walk around to get it, then drink it "away from the office", is probably also useful in terms of keeping them alert.
IMHO, a 'no liquids in the cockpit' rule is a mistake because it means pilots leaving and entering the cockpit much more frequently, which means that hijackers/terrorists have more opportunity to storm the cockpit. Especially as they now know that when the pilot comes back the first officer will likely be emerging soon after and they can be ready to jump him.
Spill-proof cups and instructing the stewardess to secure the lid before taking it in would be a better first measure and then, only if pilots prove themselves incapable of using a spill-proof cup, should we consider banning liquids in the cockpit.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
