#BOE Toulouse

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THE BOYS

Just a few pictures of our warmbloods, who are very happy to get their blankets off, even if it was just for a few hours. They definitely enjoyed the sunny day!

(And yes, we have many greys lol xD)

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" Size Matters " (2020)

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Nuit de samedi à dimanche

Je ne peux m'empêcher de les suivre à la trace. Après l'atterrissage de leur Boeing Dreamliner à Singapour, ils ont embarqué à bord d'un Airbus 350-900 qui glisse à présent à 11.600m d'altitude au-dessus du Pakistan, nez pointé vers Munich qu'ils atteindront au petit matin. Au terme d'une trop longue escale bavaroise, ils redécolleront dans l'après-midi vers Toulouse, la fin du voyage et le début des grandes vacances tant attendues... J'ai envie de boire des whisky-soda glacés toute la nuit, mais je me raisonne : je vais devoir être pendant cinq semaines un exemple pour les kids !

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Monstrous machine 😎 F-BPPA Airbus Skylink Boeing 377SGT-201 Super Guppy at Paris Le Bourget by Heathrow Junkie Via Flickr: Airbus Industries used two Super Guppies in the 1970s to transport Airbus components between production facilities across Europe to the final assembly plant in Toulouse. The Super Guppies were converted from Boeing 377 Stratocruisers specifically for this task. F-BPPA was airframe 002, with F-BTGV being the companion airframe 001. Super Guppy Turbine F-BPPA (formerly N212AS), serial number 0002, is on static display in the Musée Aeronautique Aeroscopia near the Airbus facility, Toulouse–Blagnac Airport, France. [More info here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aero_Spacelines_Super_Guppy Taken with a Soviet made Zenith TTL camera. You can see a random selection of my aviation memories here: www.flickriver.com/photos/heathrowjunkie/random/

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Boeing: Basic Dumb Think

In 2001 Boeing, with a push from Wall Street investors – who had manipulated stock and buy-outs of many of Boeing’s competitors, folding them into the larger aviation company -- changed from being an aviation pioneering and engineering company to being a supplier of services to aviation and space exploration and supporting the Pentagon’s needs. In lock step with their newly redefined corporate role, the board of directors decided to be nearer to the center of America and moved all the corporate offices away from Washington State to Chicago. It took them another few years to realize that wasn’t working and they simply moved to where the money hand-outs were being made, Washington DC.

As the then-Boeing CEO Harry Stonecipher explained, “When people say I changed the culture of Boeing, that was the intent, so it’s run like a business rather than a great engineering firm.” That intent met with great profit forecasts from Wall Street and a huge increase in executives’ salaries. However, two decades later Boeing is neither a great business nor a great engineering firm. No one was at home watching the day-to-day hands-on operation and if they were, they were being told, very long distance, how to cut costs so that Wall Street money people could make more money. After all Boeing was only a business, wasn’t it?

Imagine you were a restaurant owner. Let’s say your restaurant is at the cutting edge of capability and innovation. Would you, as the owner try to guide your staff from thousands of miles away? Did Henry Ford leave his offices in Highland Park only to move to Wall Street? Where do the most innovative engineering CEOs in electronics have their offices? Is INTEL’s Patrick P. Gelsinger’s office in Manhattan? Nope, like many others in that trade, his office is where the day-to-day oversight need to be, deep in Silicone Valley.

Manufacturing is not a business first and foremost. The lesson at Boeing is that if you run your engineering and manufacturing well, then the business will thrive. If you cut corners, putting business practices ahead of manufacturing and engineering needs, your product quality will decline, you will lose business, you will be open for take-overs and lose customers. Airbus is now over 50% of all aircraft sold to airlines in America. Where’s Guillaume Faury, the head of Airbus, located? Atop the factory in Toulouse, France. And he has no plans to move anytime soon.

If Boeing wants to recover its reputation and impetus, it needs to move back to the office atop the plant in Everett, keep an eye on actual manufacture, and go back to basics. Arlington Virginia, as plush as it may be for executives, is a poison pill Boeing cannot survive.

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MozCon Field Guide: Exploring Summertime Seattle

MozCon 2023 is fast approaching (taking place August 7 & 8), and we here at Moz are so excited to see all the IRL and virtual attendees! As the event draws closer, we think it’s a great time to remind folks of everything you can do while visiting the Emerald City.

Nestled up in the corner of Washington state, surrounded by forests, mountains, and the Puget Sound, Seattle is the largest city in the Pacific Northwest (PNW). It is home to industry giants like Amazon, Microsoft, Starbucks, and Boeing and is the birthplace of Grunge music (think Nirvana, Soundgarden, and Pearl Jam — all from Seattle).

Whether you’re traveling from near or far, we’ve compiled a list of some of the amazingly fun, educational, and sometimes weird activities around the city. And if you haven’t bought your tickets yet, don’t worry! It’s not too late. Head on over to the MozCon hub to explore purchase options. Night Owl savings are available through June 30!

For the sightseers

If this is your first time visiting Seattle, or if you love more traditional “tourist” attractions, these stops should definitely be on your list.

The Space Needle

Often synonymous with Seattle, you can’t find a photo or piece of video footage of the Seattle skyline without this iconic landmark included. Originally built for the 1962 World’s Fair (the inspiration for this year’s MozCon theme), the Space Needle now operates daily for visitors to take in a 360º view of the city. It is also home to the world’s first rotating glass floor.

Photo by Jared Lung

Columbia Center Tower

The Sky View Observatory of the Columbia Center is located on the 73rd floor of the “tallest public viewing area in the Pacific Northwest.” You can take in views of everything from Mt. Rainier to Bellevue from the viewing area and then grab a snack at the café.

Pike Place Market

This market is quintessential Seattle. Located near the downtown waterfront and founded in 1907, Pike Place is a must-see stop. It features local businesses of all kinds, including the infamous flying fish of the Pike Place Fish Market (featured in the opening credits of Real World: Seattle) and the first Starbucks. And for those with more time to explore, below the stalls of the street level is a maze of brick-and-mortar stores like Golden Age Collectibles (the world’s oldest comic book shop).

Photo by Farid Briones

Kerry Park

Located in the Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle, Kerry Park is the go-to place for majestic views of the city and Mt. Rainier. Commonly used for shots in TV and film that establish Seattle as the location, it’s a great place to catch the sunrise or sunset.

The Seattle Great Wheel

At 60 meters tall, this ferris wheel is the largest of its kind on the west coast. And if you’re scared of heights (like me!), it’s still a great site to see. Especially Friday through Saturday night when they light it up with a fun light show!

For the lovers of learning

Seattle is home to a plethora of places to help expand your knowledge! Whether you’re into art, books, or history, there is something for everyone.

SAM

The Seattle Art Museum features art from around the world with both ongoing and featured exhibits. The featured exhibit for August will be Amoako Boafo: Soul of Black Folks, which officially opens on July 13. If you’re planning a visit to SAM, be sure to keep in mind that they are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Seattle Asian Art Museum

Located at Volunteer Park in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, the Seattle Asian Art Museum is another location of SAM. The upcoming Renegade Edo and Paris: Japanese Prints and Toulouse-Lautrec exhibit officially opens on July 21. This museum is open Friday through Sunday.

Northwest African American Museum

Self-described as “... an anti-racist, pro-equity, affirming gathering place of hope, help, and healing for the entire Northwest region that is building intergenerational cultural wealth,” the Northwest African American Museum is open Thursday through Sunday. Be sure to check out the Freedom of Expression exhibit on display until September 3.

Museum of Flight

Seattle has a rich aerospace history, and you can learn all about it at the Museum of Flight. This museum is larger than life, featuring exhibits about space and air travel which include real planes (and a space shuttle full fuselage trainer!).

Photo by DreamArtist

MoPop

Located below the Space Needle, the Museum of Pop Culture, aka MoPop, will be the location of this year’s MozCon Closing Party. This museum is such a fun experience! It features exhibits about music, science fiction, indie games, and the world of fantasy. These exhibits are filled with relics, props, costumes, and more from your favorite films and TV shows. It is a must-see for any pop culture fan! You can even make your own music in the Sound Lab. And guess what? You’ll get to explore some of these exhibits at the after-party!

MOHAI

The Museum of History and Industry is located on the edge of Lake Union, and features exhibits all about Seattle’s history.

University of Washington

Seattle is home to the University of Washington, which has a beautiful campus ready to explore. Check out Drumheller Fountain, the quad, and Suzzallo Library before heading over to the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture or Frye Art Museum.

Seattle Central Library

The stunning Seattle Central Library is located in the middle of downtown Seattle. The glass building was designed by Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas and features art throughout – a must-see for any book lover!

Photo by Edward Palm

For the foodies

Seattle and its surrounding areas are chock full of amazing restaurants, cafés, breweries, wineries, and more.

Food

No matter what you’re craving, there’s a restaurant for you somewhere in Seattle. If you’re looking for a place to start, check out Seattle Met’s 100 Best Restaurants list. Some personal recommendations:Rocco’s Pizza, Cactus (Southwest), and Barrio (Mexican), Mighty O Donuts (Vegan & delicious!), and Dick’s Drive-In (a Seattle staple). If you’re looking for ideas of where to eat while at the conference, be sure to ask a Mozzer!

Coffee

Although Seattle is home to Starbucks headquarters, there are tons of independent and locally owned coffee spots to check out. Some include Fuel Coffee, Caffe Ladro, Cherry Street Coffee House, and Herkimer Coffee. Looking for more suggestions? Check out Eater’s list of Essential Coffee Shops.

If you’re interested in learning about the science and history of coffee and brewing, Seattle has you covered! Check out the Coffee Chemistry event at the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Capitol Hill. They also offer various tasting events if you’re looking to try something new.

Breweries

Breweries are abundant in this area. And whether you’re looking to do a tasting flight or just grab a pint, the possibilities are endless. Right downtown, you have the Pike Brewing Company, and just up on Capitol Hill you have Optimism Brewing Company. If you’re able to venture beyond downtown, you have options like Reuben’s Brews and Fremont Brewing. More into cider? Seattle Cider Company and The Woods Tasting Room has you covered.

For the outdoor adventurers

When people think of the PNW, they often think of the great outdoors. And for those who enjoy spending time outside, we sure do have a lot of opportunities to soak up the sun! There are lots of hiking and walking trails around Seattle, including the Washington Park Arboretum (which also features a Japanese garden!).

If you prefer the water, you can rent paddle boards and kayaks to explore Lake Union and Lake Washington. Or, if you’re planning on attending MozCon in a larger group, you may want to think about renting a small electric boat to tool around in.

Have a picnic overlooking the water at Gas Works Park – featured in the iconic paintball scene from the film 10 Things I Hate About You.

Photo by Fernando Reyes

If you’re looking for places to explore that offer an outdoor experience, be sure to check out the Chihuly Garden and Glass at the Seattle Center or the Olympic Sculpture Park. Or take a stroll near the Ballard Locks to see one of the busiest lock systems in the country. You can also spend some time at their botanical garden and see the fish ladder. Pro tip! Wondering how the locks work? You can learn all about it at MOHAI!

Photo by Chris F

For the sports fans

Want to catch a game in a different city? Seattle is home to plenty of professional sports teams!

Baseball

T-Mobile Park is home to the Seattle Mariners. They’ll be in town playing the San Diego Padres and the Baltimore Orioles.

Soccer

OL Reign (Seattle’s Women’s Soccer team) will be playing Portland Thorns FC the Sunday before MozCon if you’d like to catch a match. They will be playing at Lumen Field, which is where Seattle Sounders FC (men’s soccer) and the Seattle Seahawks (football) also play.

Basketball

The Seattle Storm will be home at Climate Pledge Arena to play the Atlanta Dream on August 10 in case you want to check out the four-time WNBA Champions.

Football

Preseason will have started just in time for MozCon! The Seattle Seahawks will be playing the Minnesota Vikings on August 10 if you’re looking to root your heart out.

For the pop culture aficionados

If you’re into pop culture and are looking for some interesting stops to add to your Seattle tour list, we’ve got a few ideas for you.

Jimi Hendrix Statue

Although its real name is The Electric Lady Studio Guitar, it’s fondly referred to as the Jimi Hendrix Statue, and you can check it out in the Capitol Hill neighborhood on the corner of Pine and Broadway.

Fremont Troll

This infamous statue is located under the George Washington Memorial Bridge in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle. It’s been featured in films like 10 Things I Hate About You and the TV show Once Upon a Time.

Fremont Troll. (2023, May 30). In Wikipedia.

Bruce Lee’s resting place

If you’re a martial arts fan (or a fan of The Crow), you can pay tribute to Bruce Lee and his son Brandon in Volunteer Park.

Kurt Cobain’s bench

Are you a Nirvana fan? Then be sure to add Viretta Park to your list of places to visit. This park is near the home of Kurt Cobain, and although you can’t see his house, there is a bench there that has become a memorial to the musician and is covered in fan messages.

KEXP Gathering Space

KEXP is a beloved non-profit radio station here in Seattle. You can stream them anywhere in the world through their app (and I highly recommend you check them out – they have amazing themed shows each night of the week). They have a public gathering space in Seattle Center which features a café, record shop, and a window into their studio. It’s a great place to relax and have a cup of coffee.

SIFF Cinema

Movie buff? Seattle is home to one of the largest film festivals in the world – Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF). Although the festival won’t be at the same time as MozCon, they offer year-round showings of movies from around the world. If you’re looking to check out a unique film that you may not get to see on the big screen elsewhere, check out the showtimes of the SIFF Cinema Uptown Theater or SIFF Cinema Egyptian Theater.

For the eccentric explorers

We can’t wrap up this list without including some of the outside-the-box activities and locales. So here are a few things to check out if you’re looking for something outside the standard fare.

Gum Wall

Although technically part of Pike Place Market, this attraction deserves its own entry on our list. The Seattle Gum Wall is exactly what it sounds like - a wall of gum. People come from all over to stick their gum to this brick wall hidden down an alley of the market. Fun (or maybe gross?) fact: the wall has only been cleaned off twice in its history – in 2015 and 2018. The cleaning occurred to help preserve the wall itself.

Fremont neighborhood

We’ve mentioned a few places in Fremont already (the Fremont Troll and Fremont Brewing Company) but if you have time to explore this neighborhood more fully, it is a fun and quirky area that doesn’t disappoint. Not only is it home to lots of fun shops and restaurants, but also a statue of Lenin, the Center of the Universe sign, a rocket, and dinosaur topiaries. Be sure to take a walk by the Waiting for the Interurban statue, too. It’s tradition to dress up the figures for different occasions and holidays.

Photo by Meghan Pahinui

Underground Seattle Tour

Back in 1889, a fire destroyed a large section of Seattle’s downtown. The citizens of the city opted to rebuild – on top of the existing city! Now there is a network of buildings and tunnels below present-day Seattle from the original city. You can take tours of Underground Seattle in Pioneer Square.

Seattle Pinball Museum

Like pinball? Feeling nostalgic? Check out the Seattle Pinball Museum — and bring some quarters!

Hat n’ Boots

Hat n’ Boots is a set of statues in Oxbow Park that include a 44-foot wide cowboy hat and a pair of 22-foot tall cowboy boots.

Photo by Meghan Pahinui

Photo by Meghan Pahinui

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re from the Seattle area or you’re coming in from out of town (or country!) we hope you discovered some fun ideas to bookend your MozCon adventure. If you haven’t purchased your tickets just yet, be sure to check out soon so you don’t miss out. And if you’re having trouble convincing your boss (or yourself) to send you to the beautiful Pacific Northwest, check out our Convince Your Boss blog post and initial agenda to learn even more about the event. Hope to see you in August!

We hope you’re as excited as we are for August 7th and 8th to hurry up and get here. And again, if you haven’t grabbed your ticket yet and need help making a case we have a handy template to convince your boss!

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Paris Air show returns as Boeing, Airbus race to increase production

An employee works at the Airbus A350 assembly site, in Colomiers near Toulouse, south-western France, on December 9, 2022. Valentine Chapuis | AFP | Getty Images A lot has changed in the four years since one of the aviation industry’s biggest air shows was held in person. The Covid-19 pandemic devastated travel demand, the aviation industry shed thousands of experienced workers and roller…

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Paris Air show returns as Boeing, Airbus race to increase production

An employee works at the Airbus A350 assembly site, in Colomiers near Toulouse, south-western France, on December 9, 2022. Valentine Chapuis | AFP | Getty Images A lot has changed in the four years since one of the aviation industry’s biggest air shows was held in person. The Covid-19 pandemic devastated travel demand, the aviation industry shed thousands of experienced workers and roller…

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Paris Air show returns as Boeing, Airbus race to increase production

An employee works at the Airbus A350 assembly site, in Colomiers near Toulouse, south-western France, on December 9, 2022. Valentine Chapuis | AFP | Getty Images A lot has changed in the four years since one of the aviation industry’s biggest air shows was held in person. The Covid-19 pandemic devastated travel demand, the aviation industry shed thousands of experienced workers and roller…

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THE DARK DAYS ARE (NOT) OVER (YET)

Rakel's POV

Just a few pictures from my day with the stallions. Chance has reached two years of age, I was doing some jumping with Rico and the stallions fell asleep in the rain (I did too after awhile o Rico's back) xD

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“ Giboulées “

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Paris Air show returns as Boeing, Airbus race to increase production

An employee works at the Airbus A350 assembly site, in Colomiers near Toulouse, south-western France, on December 9, 2022. Valentine Chapuis | AFP | Getty Images A lot has changed in the four years since one of the aviation industry’s biggest air shows was held in person. The Covid-19 pandemic devastated travel demand, the aviation industry shed thousands of experienced workers and roller…

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Paris Air show returns as Boeing, Airbus race to increase production

An employee works at the Airbus A350 assembly site, in Colomiers near Toulouse, south-western France, on December 9, 2022. Valentine Chapuis | AFP | Getty Images A lot has changed in the four years since one of the aviation industry’s biggest air shows was held in person. The Covid-19 pandemic devastated travel demand, the aviation industry shed thousands of experienced workers and roller…

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Monstrous machine 😎 F-BPPA Aero Spacelines Boeing 377SGT-201 Super Guppy seen at Paris Le Bourget by Heathrow Junkie Via Flickr: Airbus Industries used two Super Guppies in the 1970s to transport Airbus components between production facilities across Europe to the final assembly plant in Toulouse. The Super Guppies were converted from Boeing 377 Stratocruisers specifically for this task. F-BPPA was airframe 002, with F-BTGV being the companion airframe 001. Super Guppy Turbine F-BPPA (formerly N212AS), serial number 0002, is on static display in the Musée Aeronautique Aeroscopia near the Airbus facility, Toulouse–Blagnac Airport, France. [More info here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aero_Spacelines_Super_Guppy Taken with a Soviet made Zenith TTL camera. You can see a random selection of my aviation memories here: www.flickriver.com/photos/heathrowjunkie/random/