Travels by others

I have just read an article on BBC News website telling how a plane had to land at Exeter and not Cardiff because it had been on the end of a lightning strike. people were invited to add their thoughts in terms of a complaint at landing short of their destination airport. In fact, the pilot selected Exeter because that is where FlyBe have their depot and the plane can be checked out thoroughly before continuing in service. The passengers were delayed but did continue by plane to Cardiff.
It is pleasing to hear of this sort of decision because the next passengers on the particular plane can travel safely in the knowledge that their plane is as airworthy as can be. Some years ago I travelled to Zakynthos by JAT as the TEA aircraft was marooned in Cyprus due to a fuel strike. The plane was not my first choice and the service on board was rubbish. The landing was rough and there was no reason for this. But we did get to Zakynthos and have a lovely holiday. If things work out safely we should say so and thank those who have taken trouble to get us there safely. Delays might be part of this scene but we get there safely. That is the good news.
I wish people would not moan so much and get on with living fruitfully.n It really is the best way!!!