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"Captain Richard Arroyo of the NJSP as quoted in the Courier News Bedminster at center of flap over helicopters January 22, 2006, stated that it costs approximately $1,200 an hour to operate the MedEvac helicopters" Are you saying that's too much? If it's too much, in your opinion, what SHOULD...

MarkC: What do you think they guys in this video should be paid? Interesting videos on this site. http://www.flixxy.com/helicopter-cable-inspector.htm

"I doubt I'll ever personally need police help.." All I can say to that is DREAM ON! If you don't like having to deal with the cost of medical services the only solution I can see is DON'T USE IT! Simple. Whenever I, or members of my family, needed it I never thought of the cost. Getting...

MarkC wrote: "There are plenty of people, both in the military and out, that risk their lives more for less money. If you make a choice to do such jobs, don't complain about it." I've never "complained" about my job. Just where did you read that I was complaining about my job?? I enjoyed EVERY...

Actually, I think that you would be suprised at what a medi-vac helicopter pilot makes. You think they make $100K per year? You godda be kidding! Why don't you ask them what they make. They'll tell you. If they make $60K they're lucky, depending on where the aircraft is located. would you risk...

Actually, the profit margin is quite small, and usually just covers expenses. with required flight crew training, helicopter procurement and maintenance xpenses/requirements, EMT training, FAA mandated recurrency training, the margins are quite small. try to land a helicopter on a foggy day on a...

The cost is "fair" if that is what you think your life, or the life of your wife and kids, is worth. It's that simple. If you don't think your life is worth $91K (and I think if you did a little research you'd find that med-evac heli rides are not that expensive) then vigorously refuse the...

WileyE, If you think it's a "racket" the next time you are seriously injured or ill and require "expedited" emergency transport you should REFUSE all such transport. Just have the officer who responds to your emergency have his dispatcher call a taxi for you. By the by, if you do that he will...

"It's a racket" Obviously the person who wrote this statement doesn't know what he's talking about. All the helicopter does is save TIME, nothing more. When you're dying you don't have time to waste. I hope that the person who wrote that statement never needs emergency care. Just remember...

"the Cuban health care system is far more efficient and effective as far as I know." Yea, right. That's why Castro brought in a doctor from SPAIN to handle his most recent problem. Efficiency of Cuba's system is GREATLY overstated. Medivac helicopter flying is one of the most hazardous types...

Let me try and understand this: You pay $15K or so for a vehicle and then skimp on a $3 oil filter? Am I missing something here? Look, just change the oil and filter. Your car will love you for it and you won't question your sanity. Believe me!

If you have seen the wmv of The Fruitcake Lady, you will be sad to hear that she has passed away ... This is Jay Leno's tribute to her after she died. Turn up your sound. She was quite a gal !!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnudM458uz8 This is funny but also sad that she is gone..

I have an '03 Acura MDX and an '07 Honda Ridgeline. On the '03 I do the 3 quart change at every-other oil change. This is because of the history of this tranny, especially with the '01-02 MDXs. I'll continue this regimen with the '07. For me it's just cheap insurance and will keep relatively...

Don't know if this has been posted before but here it is. Might be interesting to some who haven't seen it. Takes a few to load so be patient... http://www.animegame.com/cars/Oil%20Tests.pdf

That car was not "intentionally crashed." When they do that in the movies (ie "Ferris Bueler's Day Off" and the Ferrari Daytona) they use stand-in "kit cars", NOT the real enchilada. This guy was a fool doing what fools do and the result was the result.

I used the Nuvi 360 for several months and like it. Small enough to fit in my pocket, which is convenient. Use it on my daily walks for distance, so that's another benefit. I don't think you'd be disappointed with it. Got a good deal on Costco.com and received it within a few days. If you don't...

In July of 2006, Oil per barrel was $78.40 and gasoline prices in the Bay Area were around $3.05. Now, oil is $58.30 (Nymex Bloomberg) and gasoline is $3.29 (or higher). The President of the Western Petroleum Association gives us his unbiased (not) opinion as to why prices are up (Calif gas...

What he REALLY said was, "Cars run smoother with oil." You probably didn't hear him correctly.

What does Acura recommend? Honda is usually pretty specific on what oils to use where. You can save a few bucks by purchasing the required fluid at a Honda dealer vs an Acura dealer. Check your owner's manual.

Contest the ticket. You can enter the intersection on a YELLOW. It's the RED that means STOP! If you go to court and he doesn't show up it will be thrown out. He may be sick, on vacation, or just doesn't want to go. Judge could also believe you and throw out the ticket. He may not believe you...