Network No More... Qantaslink Fokker F100
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Network No More... Qantaslink Fokker F100
Network Aviation becomes QantasLink | Australian Aviation
Must admit the Fokker F100 looks a tad smart with Qantaslink Colours.
Must admit the Fokker F100 looks a tad smart with Qantaslink Colours.
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...F100 was introduced in the late 80's....737 NG is a derivate of what was introduced in 1967. Therefore it is somewhat closer to the 1969 Corvette.
Have flown both and totally enjoyed each... but can only imagine how good a modern Fokker would have been.
Fokker 100 Engine Failure drill....35'...Autopilot Select....400' take action (as displayed on the MFDU) !! Awesome.
Have flown both and totally enjoyed each... but can only imagine how good a modern Fokker would have been.
Fokker 100 Engine Failure drill....35'...Autopilot Select....400' take action (as displayed on the MFDU) !! Awesome.
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To be correct the F100 (F28 MK 0100) is a derivative of the F28 (also developed in the 60's). The difference between Fokker and Boeing, was Fokker embraced the late 80's technology while Boeing decided to hang on to the past with the NG.
I knew it was going to happen quite some time ago. The rumour I heard though was network was going to be called qantas regional.
Anyway, next step is the 717s or replacement. I suspect the additional two 717s will go to network.
A real shame now three internal companies are fighting over the link flying along with an external contractor. Plenty of scope to play the groups off against each other.
Anyway, next step is the 717s or replacement. I suspect the additional two 717s will go to network.
A real shame now three internal companies are fighting over the link flying along with an external contractor. Plenty of scope to play the groups off against each other.
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The Green Gob again. You knew it was going to happen quite some time ago? Yeah yeah yeah, whatever. Keep listening to rumors.
"A real shame now three internal companies are fighting over the link flying along with an external contractor. Plenty of scope to play the groups off against each other."
What, just like your group you so vehemently endorsed?
Arrogant fool.
"A real shame now three internal companies are fighting over the link flying along with an external contractor. Plenty of scope to play the groups off against each other."
What, just like your group you so vehemently endorsed?
Arrogant fool.
You are part of it iron bar. We all are.
If I recall you just voted to reduce your conditions to perhaps secure a new toy and some flying.
I'm sure the network boys are very happy securing their future. I'm also sure the cobham crews are a little nervous.
When management asks them to take one to secure the link flying what do you think they'll do?
What do you think sunstate or Eastern would do to get in on the action? Or secure the Q400 flying from the other group?
What do you think Jetstar pilots would do to expand their widebody flying? What do you think Qantas pilots would do to stop them?
Always back the self interest horse.
I'm certainly not arrogant, nor a fool. I've always just told it how it is. Most people respect me for that at least.
If I recall you just voted to reduce your conditions to perhaps secure a new toy and some flying.
I'm sure the network boys are very happy securing their future. I'm also sure the cobham crews are a little nervous.
When management asks them to take one to secure the link flying what do you think they'll do?
What do you think sunstate or Eastern would do to get in on the action? Or secure the Q400 flying from the other group?
What do you think Jetstar pilots would do to expand their widebody flying? What do you think Qantas pilots would do to stop them?
Always back the self interest horse.
I'm certainly not arrogant, nor a fool. I've always just told it how it is. Most people respect me for that at least.
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Perhaps something like this?
"As for the rest. I remember sitting down with a senior group manager and asking why the expansion is in Jetstar (787) and not Qantas. The reply was the Jetstar pilot group costs 50 million less for the same safety data. Meaning why are we paying Qantas pilots 50 million more, for no more measurable increase in safety.
I'd prefer to earn less and know the company was viable and expanding, than earn more and have no progression and no future."
Green Gob Feb 14
Fine industrial philosophy that one and also a load of crap. Are you still sticking to your earn less - viable company strategy?
Network EBA negotiations continue good luck to them.
Shiny jet looks good.
"As for the rest. I remember sitting down with a senior group manager and asking why the expansion is in Jetstar (787) and not Qantas. The reply was the Jetstar pilot group costs 50 million less for the same safety data. Meaning why are we paying Qantas pilots 50 million more, for no more measurable increase in safety.
I'd prefer to earn less and know the company was viable and expanding, than earn more and have no progression and no future."
Green Gob Feb 14
Fine industrial philosophy that one and also a load of crap. Are you still sticking to your earn less - viable company strategy?
Network EBA negotiations continue good luck to them.
Shiny jet looks good.
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B787 Pilots will receive a higher * Super payout than an A380 Pilot
*(for those of us lucky/smart enough to have remained Div3)
*(for those of us lucky/smart enough to have remained Div3)