Who could have guessed that Speakress Pelosi has JUMBOJET ENVY?

Answer 1

It's hypocritical isn't it? She says she wants to do what's best for the environment but then wants a plane that weighs four times more than the gulfstream to fly her butt around.

From Wikipedia “The Gulfstream V (also referred to as the G5) originally flew in 1995, was certified in 1997, and was one of the first "ultra-long range" (~6000 nautical miles) business aircraft. Capable of carrying up to 16 people in standard seating configurations, and able to fly up to 6,500 nautical miles (12,038 km), the GV became the longest range business jet ever made at the time of its introduction.”

By the way a nautical mile is 1-1/5 miles so 6500 nautical miles equals 5200 miles. The distance from S.F. to D.C is 2584 miles, so what's there's no problem getting there.

The Gulfstream's maximum speed is 600 mph. It's faster and more efficient than the 757. It only weighs in at 65,000 lbs. The 757 weighs 255,000 lbs. Talk about SUVs burning up the fuel...! Hellllo Ms. Pelosi!!!

Answer 2

I think she should have said "I will be the bigger person and go for the smaller plane and put up with refuel stops. I am looking out for the taxpayers money, and will do what I can to conserve." But we see that she is just as greedy and selfish as the men. Shame on her for passing up this opportunity to slam them! But...since she talked about the New World Order in her first speech...I don't care if she has to walk back home.

Answer 3

Being from California does not mean she needs a bigger plane. It won't hurt her to stop for fuel once on the trip across the country.

This is a non-story anyway. Read all the coverage.

Answer 4

I think it would be a pretty long drive from San Fran to Washington every weekend.

Answer 5

Not me. She is required to use it and its not her fault she is from California and needed a bigger plane.