View Full Version : QF..Changing of the Guard
surfside6
24th July 2008, 06:13
Captain Chris Manning is to retire and Captain Peter Wilson is to takeover as Chief Pilot as of September.
Posted on the company Website late today
VH-ABC
24th July 2008, 06:35
I believe Brian K is also retiring from Virgin Blue sometime this year. Good luck to both in retirement.
Jed Clampett
24th July 2008, 06:35
Fact or rumour? Because that has been whistling around the corridors of power for awhile.
QFinsider
24th July 2008, 07:57
It is fact.
Good riddance
Was in the office today and over heard a couple of people talking about it. I still call that 'unconfirmed' and 'second hand'. :ok:
busdriver007
24th July 2008, 08:33
Keg,
It is on CIS, can't get more official than that.:ok:
I see he is not going back to the line. I don't think he is game.:mad:
So it is. Congrats to Pete. I enjoyed flying with him on the 767 years ago and the A330 guys seem to like him as a boss.
I hope Chris has an enjoyable retirement. I always got on with him OK but I know that some didn't.
Jed Clampett
24th July 2008, 09:46
Good riddance. I coudn't give a sh......t about his retirement. Never did anything for the pilot body as a whole. Took his money and has run. Just a mouthpiece for the Dixon spin. I do have time for PW and wish him all the best. Couldn't be any worse! (I hope!!!!)
stubby jumbo
24th July 2008, 10:09
..........typical QF -as soon as the EBA was a done deal with AIPA=
BOOT
I agree with Jed....good riddance. His bullying style will be better suited as Chief of the Stazi.
Anyways......anyone with a number plate of CCM-747 -really has an issue with their ego's:rolleyes:
busdriver007
24th July 2008, 11:17
Stubby Jumbo,
I don't think the EBA ia deal done.
stiffwing
24th July 2008, 14:13
Derek,
I've been away for a while (o/s)..
Can you tell me where GD said what you quoted re delays and the papal flight?
Ta.
hotnhigh
24th July 2008, 19:20
So one could say 'The King is dead.'
Autobrakes4
24th July 2008, 20:41
re PW: why wouldn't you promote the architect of the best EBA ever negotiated from the Company's point of view.
The Company would rightly think that PW was the biggest legend ever for this EBA, and would want it signed tomorrow!
Not very good from the pilots point of view though!
C441
25th July 2008, 00:32
Given that the CP will always represents the company's interests in this day and age, Peter Wilson is the best choice available from the pilot's perspective.
The former CP of Australian (CNS) and current head of Jetconnect would have been a good choice too.
Mud Skipper
25th July 2008, 02:43
Jed C,
Have to agree with your comments, good riddance.....
Don't always like what PW has to say but have a lot more respect for the man. Lets see how we go.
PS, hmm don't think I like his EBA though!:\
Transition Layer
25th July 2008, 03:23
Anyone care to suggest a new career for Manning? B777 skipper with V Oz? :}
I heard a role at CASA (perhaps even the top job) is on the cards...
Capt Fathom
25th July 2008, 03:47
Isn't the CEO position becoming vacant?? :E
mustafagander
25th July 2008, 03:48
Is Long Bay Prison short of a guard or two?
jakethemuss
25th July 2008, 04:21
Skipper, it's not his EBA it is Garry Duggans
lambsie
28th July 2008, 04:59
Finally, the biggest bully in the history of aviation has left the playground. Now that his protector has announced his departure, the big scaredy cat is running away with his tail between his legs.
It was insulting that he was called a Chief Pilot. Good riddance to bad rubbish, I say. :D
DutchRoll
28th July 2008, 05:48
The silence on Qrewroom about his departure is deafening. I imagine guests at his farewell dinner will be assigned via the rostering system.
Without going into details as to why (though I have good reason), I agree with the general sentiment here.
ElPerro
28th July 2008, 13:20
The silence on Qrewroom about his departure is deafening. I imagine guests at his farewell dinner will be assigned via the rostering system.
Without going into details as to why (though I have good reason), I agree with the general sentiment here.
A good sign from a change management perspective. Geoff has clearly done his job - and done it well.
captainrats
28th July 2008, 14:24
You have made some 20 posts in quick succession.
You appear to have an opinion on just about everything.
Most of what you have said has little substance.
Much of what you have said in regard to Qantas is from an outsiders point of view and is either uninformed or misinformed.
Readers Digest is not the definitive source of Aviation information.
Try reading something else to bring yourself up to speed.
BTW El Perro is quite an engaging movie.
Jimothy
28th July 2008, 22:23
El Perro = Pass-a-Frozo!?
fearcampaign
29th July 2008, 02:59
I am so surprised that the king will finally be leaving the building.
I always felt he would depart just like the real King.
Fat, old, sweating and taken away in a bag after being found backing one out on the throne in QCC. Perhaps he is not so silly after all.
Such a real shame that a once great union leader could be so easily bought out by Dixon and sell out his fellow pilots.Oldest IR move in the book.
Hope the money was worth it.
The mark of a great leader is the respect and loyalty of his troops.Not sure this will be the view of his tenure.Very sad.
blow.n.gasket
4th August 2008, 09:18
So which telephone box is being rented for his farewell bash?:}
B A Lert
4th August 2008, 13:06
So which telephone box is being rented for his farewell bash?
A 4 hour Training Credit will be applied for attendance. :}:}:}
newsensation
4th August 2008, 21:28
He is sharing a phone box with Geoff, still plenty of room...
blow.n.gasket
5th August 2008, 07:48
Just dial 1-800-REVERSE to book!:}
Eastwest Loco
5th August 2008, 11:07
Sorry lambsie, but you are wrong.
The biggest bully in the history of aviation was the Fat Man, and he had a Government in his pocket, along with a very nasty in house security force.
The current targets are not even type qualified on nastiness.
They know about, but have not totally embraced the Dark Side.
Best all
EWL
blow.n.gasket
7th August 2008, 09:23
I wonder how long the Deputy Chief Pilot will last now that his patron is leaving.
Will we be ignoring the Dog Whisperer's demise as well?:eek:
Jed Clampett
7th August 2008, 10:27
The rumour is the DCP will be going back to the line early next year after a suitable bedding in period for the new CP. He will fly the line for a period of time doing all the good trips before he retires as well.
Grnd Hog
7th August 2008, 11:24
The rumour is the DCP will be going back to the line early next year after a suitable bedding in period for the new CP. He will fly the line for a period of time doing all the good trips before he retires as well.
He will be doing trips relative to his seniority - he does not get priority on the line.
I don't think you know the guy or have any idea of how much work he puts in to help his peers. (if they want it)
:=
blow.n.gasket
8th August 2008, 01:46
God help the poor F/O's stuck with this professional desk flyer.
planemad_bk
8th August 2008, 02:33
what aircraft will he be flying when he goes back on the line?
Keg
8th August 2008, 03:41
He's still listed as a 744 driver.
'holic
8th August 2008, 09:01
Blow.n.gasket,
Obviously you've never met the bloke. Anyone who has knows he's a sharp operator, a good trainer and one of the few guys willing to go the extra mile to help out other crew.
Pull your head in.
teresa green
9th August 2008, 05:06
fellas watch the names for your own sakes. It would not be the first time that legal action has become part of the PRUNES forum..
Avid Aviator
9th August 2008, 09:49
He managed to get the Pope to Darwin in one piece, so someone thinks he's OK.
He is, and will continue to be, on the B744.
On the other hand, I gather CM is retiring all together - I've heard he hasn't been flying at all for quite a while (now on the 767)?