I pipelined for four years and gave it up this year since my wife didn't want me traveling anymore. Worked in Bowling Green, MO, Appomattox, VA and Wells, Nevada.
Every now and then I see a plane with the words "PIPELINE" under the wings, and they fly the same path like once a week. Is that you guys? What are they doing?
I've worked for WIllbros and couple others as a trackhoe operator. Taking time off for holidays and etc. right now. The airplane is pipeline patrol. They fly their Right-of-ways making sure nothing is wrong and noone is tampering with the line or stations.