General Discussion

I have never been to China although I admire many aspects of that nation and its population. They seem to have perfected how to move the masses of people which kind of resembles our huge metro areas in this country. Last time I rode in the NYC subway system it still needed upgrades. Other cities in South America seem to have a more modern system although inadequate at rush hour. But that is probably true anywhere there is rush hour.
Some locations in South America are planning the bullet train to connect the huge metro areas. Still waiting on news for that one.
Europe is far ahead in the planning stage; but as someone said on this thread the US is a huge sprawling territory. Far exceeding Europe.
I know Canada has some lines that connect airport to city centers.
Where I live, in deep red country no one is going to give up their big ol' trucks for a train ride.
Just a rambling and a lament for better transportation ....instead of the car industry and the dreams it spoon feeds to the masses.

I just drive my little economical 15 year old compact. It is still in one piece. I don't want these big car prices consuming my monthly budget.

Back to FAA and no pay for them. That is a scary thought plaguing my thoughts lately too. The controllers need to be paid. It's the only transportation system we have connecting this country and to the world.