Air Ngukurr - 3rd one in 3 years

[ThePassingBay]

What's going on in this industry;After 'Anildi' and Nac, it's Air Ngukurr, one of the best Company in the NT, who went down this morning after 10 years of operation. Who to blame? The management? Lack of A/Cs maybe? who knows.......
Anyway, my regards to all (ex air ngukurr) staffs.
What a sad day............
TPB

[drshmoo]

Good luck to noodle
Where ever you are:ok:

[Outkast]

A little bird told me that Abo Air well and truly farked them over.

You can't turn your back in GA.

Good luck to the 15 pilots and other out of work staff.

[DUXNUTZ]

So who's left?

[rmcdonal]

Hardys and Chartair (Direct Air?)

[Dog One]

Was the shutdown due to financial pressure or loss of AOC?

[Gotmygearup]

Dog1, I'm lead to believe that despite the normal operating pressures, Outkast has correctly indicated who is currently making friends in Darwin. (maybe we know the same bird)

[Sunfish]

I thought I saw a couple of what looked like pressurised Cessna 210's with "Air Ngkurr" or whatever on the tail at YMMB. That was a few months ago.

[Captain Fun]

Good on you sunfish, glad to hear that.

[Track Direct]

Hard to compete with Aboriginal Air.....dey got dat gov'ment money ay !:yuk:

[bushy]

One of the major reasons that GA is in dire straits money wise, is that the govt cannot keep it's sticky fingures out of business.
GA operators have to compete with organisations that raise money from the general public, and get handouts, concessions, grants, and generally favourable treatment from govt departments., and often do not pay tax.

"Not for profit" organisations should not be issued with a"for profit" Charter, or RPT AOC. They have unfair, advantages.
This distorts commerce, and appears to border on curruption.

We have almost got a society where corruption is normal.
One company dominates the airline industry, and all except one of the others will have a very hard time, (That one is needed to disguise the monopolistic system)

This is becoming general throughout the whole industry.

[PPRuNeUser0182]

What's happening up there? I heard it was a peaceful process, yet from comments here it would seem not to be the case? :confused:

The mention of job losses is sickening; are they rolling in their fancy caravans to take over the job of their piston counterparts? What are the plans for the future? :bored:

Charlie

[Outkast]

I think Abo Air have plans to conquer the world.

And please don't think of standing in their way, You little pilot people are just chicken feed.

I hope Hardy , Chartair and Ausjet can band togther and give them a run for their money.

ps - Sunfish - and what was your point?

[steelcraft]

Are Air Frontier still operateing? What about Barrier Air Services as well?

[pantyripper]

Your post was obscene and totally unacceptable. :mad: Your user name also reflects very poor taste.

Consider yourself extremely lucky I have only given you seven days to re consider your actions.

:mad:

Sunny Woomera


I have now received a number of further complaints regarding your post.

In retrospect and in view of your ludicrous user name, I have decided to make your ban permanent.

Farewell. :mad:

Sunny Woomera

[3RAR]

Gather round my dear friends, I must be insistin’,
I’v a tribute to tell, of the good people I know.
If you don’t agree, you don’t have to listen.
But read first and choose, it’s really their show.

It’s a tough business, this G.A. game,
The roadside is marked with the Crosses.
But without good people, you’d go insane,
For there’s also a big mob of ‘tossers’.

So this life is tough, and things are hard,
But have a look here, theres no Ivory Towers.
A resilient bunch, this Ngukurr mob are,
They all secured jobs, within 48 hours.

A close knit team, they banded together,
On this rainy night, saw life friends they’d scored.
At the Beachfront, good times rememberd.
They laughed at the antics, of Mr Scam-Ford. (Fictional Name)

But this story has details, please read with delight,
Their’ a great bunch of people, true Ladies and Gents.
And don’t ever think, this was written in spite,
I stayed up all night, I’v spared no expence.

First I must say, in the lead Mr B,
Many moved up, under his guiding light.
He’s a well know Schollar in the Territory,
He gave all he could give, he’s ‘out of sight’.

Then there’s a man, of caliber and stature,
Handles turbines with grace, he’s got the feel.
Sometimes he’s a kid, but when need be mature,
Stay out of the way, of our Capitan Steele.

Just like the show was Ngukurr you know,
They had stars just like on TV.
The man who told us where we had to go,
Spoke and was built, just like Mr ‘T’.


Peters were plenty in this organization,
But hours, one put in a lot.
Sometimes with joy, sometimes with frustration,
No more capable man, ever filled the safety slot.

The other must be mentioned, a strong silent type,
He’d pack a good punch, a tower of might.
He’s not into parties, he doesn’t like hype,
But when anyone achieved, his face showed delight.

In good direction, he helped to steer,
Not just in work, but with personal problems.
He’d listen with patience, while some cried in their beer,
To anyone who asked, with their problems n solvem’.

And where would we be, without smiling J.C.
Not the lord, this ones a touch evil.
His good wit and antics, made a fun place to be,
And his mateship, something to believe in.

When Shaken’s around, it’s quite profound,
With a smile says “Need a hand mate”?
His laughter filled hallways, with a friendly sound.
Another good man, there is no debate.

Then “Outback” hit town and quickly found,
Things were different, but still gave his best.
When days work is done, He is heaps of fun,
Well keep guessing what he’ll get up to next.

Then Nez filled our lives, with her lovely charms,
And sweet sounding songs that she sings.
A kind thoughtful girl, our lives she calmed,
We wish you the best, in the big Alice Springs.

Now it must be said, they had a fair spread,
From Ngukurr to Darwin and Groote.
This poem’s not complete, if nothing is said,
Bout the Islandt Mob. To you we salute.

She runs a tight ship, and shoots from the hip,
Not just a pretty face it would seem.
She got the place running, I’ll give you the tip,
A very good example, of a well oiled machine.

And the lad there to assist, with the running of this,
Gets the job done with no ‘If’s But’s or Mabeys’.
A dashing young chap, you can’t dismiss,
He’d have to be a hit with the ladies.

The team was enhanced with the addition of M,
The potential abounds with this young one.
If any speak ill, don’t listen to them,
For you have ‘The Power of One’.

Now it must be said, that some fear to tread,
The town of Ngukurr can give you a scare.
To this fearless team, let it be said,
It’s not the end of the world, but you can see if from there.

With big D at the helm, all will go well,
He cut his teeth chasing cattle on stations.
When he gets his break, our pride will swell,
A talented young man, with great aspirations.

Somehow out of place, a kind friendly face,
Graced Ngukurr, (a break from tradition).
Up from the south, to make her mark on the place,
A lady of manors and distinction.

Such a good team never graced this town,
The place is not just proficient.
They will make their mark and be seen on their rounds,
Their skill and hard work will be very efficient.

Oh silly me, I almost forgot,
Brody and Sam need a mention.
They weighed the bags and helped with the lot,
And listened to our growing tention.

And the man that held it all together,
Not very big, but from very good stock.
Without him it would have been a dilemma,
Stand up and be proud, three cheers for Jock.

So think what you may, and say what you say,
They were a great team, and never got jaded.
They got caught out, the real ones that paid,
For the problems from South, exacerbated.

So there you have it, a quiet tribute,
To really good people, now spread to four corners.
Please save your comments and sad rebuke
And remember, the guys and girls of Air Ngukurr


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[gary gearbox]

3RAR, not a bad effort mate.

I had heard that AAS were going to take over/work with Ngukkur. What ended up happening? Did the plans fall through and they set up on there own?

GG

[CaptHairDryer]

3RAR, mate are you waiting to get a job or something?? You've got too much spare time... my god.....!!:eek:

[kimwestt]

:sad: Looking at AN's ops manual, and the manner in which the ops requirements were written, a big part of the reason is some - - - - - self annointed beaurecratic half wit was trying to justify his own position. Talk about restrictive practices, and nothing whatever to do with safety and commercial practicality. Or did the CP fail his medical???:ugh:

HE should be having a quiet chuckle in his beer!!!!!!!

[Enufsaid]

I agree Kimwestt.

Management is to be blamed for this demise. A board of aboriginal directors ? Bwawaaha!

[nig&nog]

Just having a few beers with some old mates from darwin and they were saying that a couple of other GA groups(Direct & Ausjet) are on the way out with maintenance being a major factor.

[Captain Homer]

good but bad.
met some of the best people in that company, still mates years later.
but as one door closes another opens i suppose.

[sootyg]

dont think too many in the dn GA scene will miss a certain little pinhead and associated antics

vandalising other companies equipment
dobbing
overtaking on the left , slowing up in the circuit and taxing at snails pace and other "small man syndrome" antics :yuk: :yuk: :yuk:

[MIss Behaviour]

kimwestt
Looking at AN's ops manual, and the manner in which the ops requirements were written, a big part of the reason is some - - - - - self annointed beaurecratic half wit was trying to justify his own position. Talk about restrictive practices, and nothing whatever to do with safety and commercial practicality.....

You are obviously way out of your depth when it comes to rules & regs which is clearly demonstrated by your comments above. If you had half a brain you would understand Air Ngu's ops manual had everything to do with safety. Why anyone who had just lost their job would be "having a quiet chuckle in his beer" is beyond me. :confused: :confused:

enufsaid
Naturally you'd agree with anyone who put the boot into the Company you left yet tried so desperately to get back into, but rejected you. I find it highly amusing you overlook the irony of yourself and commercial practicality. What's commercially viable about a flight that has reached 75% of its payload when only the pilot's weight is taken into account?

Karma is alive and well, particularly in aviation. :) :)

[3RAR]

SP and PA. Sorry but like I said I was up all night with that poem.

SP, I am sure you will so well. Go hard and keep smiling.

PA. Good luck down there. Watch out for ice crossing them mountains.

AND, once again, THREE CHEERS FOR JOCK!!!! :ok:

[UnusualAttitudes]

3RAR,

Check your PM's

[DOWNWARDS]

The continued use of the word "abo" air to refer to aboriginal air services and the smart little phrases used to mock the way aboriginal people talk show a complete lack of maturity by some of the posters to this site! Typical of a lot of Australian's " I am not a racist but!" or "It's just a word".

[ResBunny]

Downwards,
Then you should please use the airlines' correct name and do not abbreviate as "Aboriginal Air Services". The correct name is..."Ngurratjuta Air and Ngaanyatjarra Air and Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Air and Janami Air trading as Aboriginal Air Services"
FYI even people who work and own and use these airlines refer to them as "AbAir" and "Pee Why Air".
It's just handy abbreviation not an evil attempt by the master race to take over the planet.

[Rhterrke Atnyeneteke]

Thank-you, ResBunny. Good to see someone knows how to spell.

Keeping Strong :ok:

[kimwestt]

Hey Downwards,
After 10 years in the West Kimberley's, I have quite a few 3/4 + cast aboriginals as very good friends. They wanted to know what is wrong with calling them "abo" - as we are Australians, and have no objections to being called aussie. They are quite happy with that abbreviation.

[3RAR]

You go girl. :E

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[The Voice]

Actually 3, she aint!!! :8

[DUXNUTZ]

Downwards,


Even been to the N.T mate?

[3RAR]

She sure looks like one to me. Talks like one to.

You talking about the right person????

Think not.

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[OpsNormal]

Actually 3, she aint!!!

This is priceless, can I "solve" it? canIcanIcanIcanI?:} :} :}

[Stumpy Dog]

OPS I know who she is !!! She's The Best Of The Best ! " This Kids GOOD".