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Cathay Pacific "A Day in The Life of a Pilot"

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Old 28th Oct 2012, 18:12
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This is begging out for someone to do the alternative "a day in the life of a Cathay Pilot" video. Pleeeeeeze do it...
A day in the life of Yorkshire Airlines

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Old 28th Oct 2012, 20:18
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I have finally come to the conclusion that as pilots we love to hate. I think the FO did a great job. Thanks CX for giving the public a slice of what we do. It's a great idea and I am very appreciative.
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Old 29th Oct 2012, 03:54
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"Yorkshire Airways"

Could swear that's where MFL learnt his trade.
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Old 29th Oct 2012, 15:29
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What do you mean "MFL learnt his trade" ..... that is MFL and he went down hill from there. Would be so funny except that it is so close to the truth. I dispair when I think that this man is in charge of an aircraft; not to mention tries to 'pass on his trade'.
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Old 29th Oct 2012, 20:26
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MFL is a good pilot, a good father, a good husband a good host, a good neighbour. He just doesn't suffer fools gladly. There has to be someone in an airline who insists on the job being done correctly, and then calls a spade a spade if it isn't. Too many 'precious dears' in CX these days who need their mommies nearby to wipe their nose when their feelings are hurt. I doubt MFL is losing much sleep over your comments....
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Old 30th Oct 2012, 00:48
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Trafalgar = MFL ??
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Old 30th Oct 2012, 00:58
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Interesting to reflect how so many people talked MFL up when he took on his current role
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Old 30th Oct 2012, 01:08
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....no, not MFL. Just someone who doesn't think anonymous character assassination is warranted. I know him well and he is the person I describe. You can have your own opinion for what it's worth. Not much I might add.
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Old 30th Oct 2012, 02:20
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Agree totally with Trafalgar's two postings.
And no I am not MFL either.
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Old 30th Oct 2012, 06:18
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Brian Taylor

I'm asking any Cathay pilots if they have had dealing with Brian Taylor as a financial advisor? I am interested in using his talents and he tells me that he does a lot of business with Cathay pilots, so just trying to vindicate his claims.

Help me please!

Most appreciated.
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Old 30th Oct 2012, 14:58
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Stay away from all financial advisors period.
 
Old 30th Oct 2012, 15:42
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Stay away..

If they are so good they would be retired by now.
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Old 30th Oct 2012, 17:13
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Agreed. I find it hard to believe that these sales people genuinely have your best interest in mind.
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Old 31st Oct 2012, 04:13
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Brian Taylor

Thanks guys, sorry for interrupting the thread. I guess no one has actually heard of Brian Taylor then?

...... and I agree with your comments, it's just so hard to know where to put any investments these days!!
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Old 31st Oct 2012, 10:27
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Originally Posted by Trafalgar
MFL is a good pilot, a good father, a good husband a good host, a good neighbour. He just doesn't suffer fools gladly. There has to be someone in an airline who insists on the job being done correctly, and then calls a spade a spade if it isn't. Too many 'precious dears' in CX these days who need their mommies nearby to wipe their nose when their feelings are hurt. I doubt MFL is losing much sleep over your comments....
I can't comment on anything other than his being a "good pilot" and didn't attempt to with reference to that video. I have witnessed otherwise.

I am no "precious dear" who "needs his nose wiped". I learnt a lot from MFL, even though I'm as senior as he. Especially how NOT to treat other crew members and self aggrandize my own abilities. He's not as good as he thinks he is, as a pilot or instructor.

I sincerely hope he is as good a family man, friend and neighbour as you suggest.
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Old 1st Nov 2012, 03:00
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ML is old school and does not put up with pilots who show up late, dress like a bag of sh#t, sling a man bag over the shoulder or don't know their stuff. He can't stand slicked back hair, mutton chops and patent leather, pointy work shoes. So what?

He is great fun to drink with provided you haven't fallen foul of paragraph one.
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Old 1st Nov 2012, 04:04
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Why is it called "a day in the life of a pilot" when it ends before they even start the engines??

And who the #% is MFL?
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Old 1st Nov 2012, 13:24
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If you don't know who MFL is wheelie, guess your nick should be FNG
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Old 1st Nov 2012, 15:11
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Cut this guy some slack, he did a good job in memorizing his script. Probably took all day and multiple re-takes to make this five minute clip.
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Old 2nd Nov 2012, 02:32
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How come captain and the rest of the pilots don't wear the same type of uniform? Btw, why are they not wearing their hats even though it is a part of the uniform?
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