Captain TX Log: Both Engines Kinda Sorta Attached

Date: 2026-04-27

Filed by Captain TX after a routine inspection, a suspicious smell, and a brief discussion with maintenance that everyone agreed not to write down.

Operational Summary

The flagship 737-800 remains the better of the fleet. The left engine is attached emotionally. The right engine is attached contractually. Dispatch has cleared both for morale purposes.

Captain's Note

“If the aircraft starts, taxis, flies, lands, and only smokes after the passengers leave, that is not a crisis. That is brand identity.”