 There is a short scene missing in the Network TV version when Kirk is in a  shuttle, piloted by Sulu, right before docking with the Enterprise. Kirk  makes some glib remark about "having (Sulu) at the helm for three weeks...I  dont think these kids can steer"; Sulu responds, "Well Im delighted." But  in the theatrical release, Sulu goes on to say, "Well Im delighted, anytime  to be aboard the Enterprise is a treat."