Search is switched off till PPRune HQ have some idea of what the server loads are like after the upgrade to UUB6! I belive that PPRuNE HQ is already looking at having to upgrade to a more powerful server. The last upgrade was only a few months ago! In fact Pprune is already achieving enterprise level traffic figures, that level of bandwith 'aint cheap! And to consider we do even have to pay anything for our addiction!!
I personally think Danny and the others at HQ should find ways of adding added value pay areas to the site without charging for the main site, as a way of offsetting the cost of running & upgrading the site. That whould probably involve the need for full time staff, as for sure that is the way this site is headed if it is too remain fast and free!