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Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
8th Aug 2021, 18:55
Replies: 6
Views: 2,223
Posted By chopperchav

Well I’m 48 now and literally finished my APS MCC...

Well I’m 48 now and literally finished my APS MCC just before the first lockdown. I have to come to terms with my future employment prospects being zero. If I was 35 I would definitely have another...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
24th Jul 2020, 09:27
Replies: 32
Views: 10,814
Posted By chopperchav

I applied, got an email back the same. Some due...

I applied, got an email back the same. Some due diligence done this morning and think I will avoid. They even have a misspelling of Embraer on website....if they can’t even get that right??
Forum: Rotorheads
27th May 2006, 00:23
Replies: 209
Views: 49,954
Posted By chopperchav

I was lucky enough to do the two week course with...

I was lucky enough to do the two week course with CHL last year in penticton and was the only civilian on the course, the rest being Canadian military. For them it was one of the highlights of the...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th May 2006, 17:46
Replies: 3
Views: 810
Posted By chopperchav

Landing at Belfry Golf Course

Planning to land at Belfry this Friday. Would appreciate any info from anyone who has done it. ie Was it straightforward regarding dealing with Birmingham ATC etc.? Cheers.
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Apr 2006, 19:47
Replies: 22
Views: 3,538
Posted By chopperchav

I have been lucky enough to fly helicopters and...

I have been lucky enough to fly helicopters and fast jets, ride powerful motorcycles, race powerboats and fast cars and am still here to the wifes frustration. I also have a one year old son and so...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Mar 2006, 14:31
Replies: 22
Views: 5,601
Posted By chopperchav

Anyone done any helicopter fishing in UK. If so,...

Anyone done any helicopter fishing in UK. If so, Where?
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Mar 2006, 08:49
Replies: 0
Views: 699
Posted By chopperchav

Skymap problems

Happened to me a couple of times now where my skymap has reverted to the start-up screen where you press 'ok' to get everything up and running. However pressing 'ok' causes it to flicker but remains...
Forum: Rotorheads
19th Mar 2006, 20:48
Replies: 53
Views: 7,852
Posted By chopperchav

Spare a thought for us private pilots. I am...

Spare a thought for us private pilots. I am sometimes lucky if I can get to fly once a month and consequently can feel very uncomfortable at the controls knowing in the back of my mind how rusty I...
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Mar 2006, 12:04
Replies: 199
Views: 61,841
Posted By chopperchav

Planning to fly to Le Mans this year. Would I...

Planning to fly to Le Mans this year. Would I need a helisurface permit to land at track or is it licenced?
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Mar 2006, 09:13
Replies: 68
Views: 13,145
Posted By chopperchav

Impression of Great Yarmouth from speaking to...

Impression of Great Yarmouth from speaking to locals is that it is a dead seaside resort which has become a dumping ground for asylum seekers. Increased crime etc. has naturally followed.
Sounds...
Forum: Rotorheads
14th Mar 2006, 15:24
Replies: 68
Views: 13,145
Posted By chopperchav

Begs question, where would you prefer to work,...

Begs question, where would you prefer to work, Aberdeen or Great Yarmouth? I flew into North Denes and went for lunch in Great Yarmouth. Felt like topping myself. Have not been to Aberdeen yet,...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Feb 2006, 08:10
Replies: 1,505
Views: 564,720
Posted By chopperchav

Well labour was £2k inc. vat so 30 hrs of labour...

Well labour was £2k inc. vat so 30 hrs of labour sounds about right then. I would love to know what they do which takes 30 hours. The fuel upgrade was done also so I am guessing I have to pay the...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Feb 2006, 21:20
Replies: 1,505
Views: 564,720
Posted By chopperchav

R44 service costs UK.

Just enquiring about what all you R44 owners out there would expect to pay for a 100 hour service. My bill was £2.5k 2 of which was on labour alone. This was on a R44 raven 2 with approx. seventy...
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Feb 2006, 15:25
Replies: 195
Views: 103,612
Posted By chopperchav

I'll take mine with the jacuzzi in the back.

I'll take mine with the jacuzzi in the back.
Forum: Medical & Health
19th Oct 2005, 06:56
Replies: 2
Views: 1,106
Posted By chopperchav

Developed from cataract surgery but does not...

Developed from cataract surgery but does not involve removal of natural lens. A perspex lens is implanted infront of it to correct the vision.

www.lcrs.co.uk/images/procedures/LensImplant.pdf...
Forum: Medical & Health
18th Oct 2005, 07:42
Replies: 2
Views: 1,106
Posted By chopperchav

lens implants vs laser surgery

Has anyone opted for lens implants as opposed to laser surgery? Does the CAA treat any differently than laser regarding obtaining class 1 medical?
From what I have read implants seem like a better...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Sep 2005, 09:04
Replies: 40
Views: 8,286
Posted By chopperchav

We should not overlook what a huge lesson this is...

We should not overlook what a huge lesson this is for novice pilots.
I am a relatively novice pilot myself but have refused the offer of following a more experienced pilot back to Surrey from...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Aug 2005, 13:07
Replies: 30
Views: 6,814
Posted By chopperchav

Jammed pedals was first thing that came to my...

Jammed pedals was first thing that came to my mind. Would be impressive to conclude first solo nav with run on landing or hovering auto.
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Aug 2005, 11:15
Replies: 30
Views: 6,814
Posted By chopperchav

Martin1234, I am with kissmysquirrel on this one....

Martin1234, I am with kissmysquirrel on this one. If you seriously check your cell phone to work out your position you are mental. I assumed you were taking the p**s.
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Aug 2005, 07:31
Replies: 82
Views: 59,455
Posted By chopperchav

Congrats and good luck for future. I quit my job...

Congrats and good luck for future. I quit my job last week with view to doing cpl next year so very helpful to read your comments. I might be pestering you in the future for some more advice.
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Aug 2005, 09:25
Replies: 68
Views: 13,145
Posted By chopperchav

Diary of North Sea Pilot

If any of you guys are really bored I would be interested to hear about your daily routine eg. Number of flights a day, shifts available(any flexibility), highs and lows of job, life in Aberdeen etc....
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Aug 2005, 16:11
Replies: 4
Views: 1,329
Posted By chopperchav

Thanks guys. Nice to hear it is free.

Thanks guys. Nice to hear it is free.
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Aug 2005, 14:36
Replies: 4
Views: 1,329
Posted By chopperchav

Silverstone-Not F1

Planning to fly to silverstone in couple of weeks. Anyone have details of person to contact regarding indemnity forms etc. Saves me calling 10 people to get through to right person. Cheers.
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jul 2005, 15:24
Replies: 12
Views: 1,308
Posted By chopperchav

Good luck! If you raced in British Superbikes,...

Good luck! If you raced in British Superbikes, should be a piece of cake!

Interesting career move.
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jul 2005, 12:05
Replies: 12
Views: 1,308
Posted By chopperchav

Yeah, Rossi is a genius and a joy to watch....

Yeah, Rossi is a genius and a joy to watch. Imagine the frustration of competing against him.
I think everyone riding was IFR unless they were at the front of the pack.
Conditions also reminded me...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jul 2005, 08:27
Replies: 12
Views: 1,308
Posted By chopperchav

Donnington

Anyone fly into Donnington yesterday? Weather was awful so I opted to drive. Was amazed to see a few vfr machines flying in and out. What was it like up there? Respect to 206 pilot for maintaining...
Forum: Cabin Crew
21st Jul 2005, 14:58
Replies: 76
Views: 18,318
Posted By chopperchav

I fly often, usually business and after last...

I fly often, usually business and after last experience will never fly BA again. My wife had to fly on a separate flight with 2 month old baby and cabin crew wouldn't lift a finger to make journey...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Jul 2005, 15:28
Replies: 15
Views: 1,676
Posted By chopperchav

Always nice to have first interview with someone...

Always nice to have first interview with someone in HR. They have just done a course on 'How to interview people' and no matter what your character or skill set, if you dont give them the answer they...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
13th Jul 2005, 12:58
Replies: 6
Views: 2,113
Posted By chopperchav

No joy Jippo. That number is terminal 3 security....

No joy Jippo. That number is terminal 3 security.
Looking forward to fly virgin. Hopefully there service is a bit better. Can't be any worse.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
12th Jul 2005, 12:31
Replies: 6
Views: 2,113
Posted By chopperchav

Thanks Jippo, tried that 0191 number but just got...

Thanks Jippo, tried that 0191 number but just got launched back into the pinball machine. Have just hung up after 40 mins on the phone getting nowhere.

What a shambles. Funny enough at one stage...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
11th Jul 2005, 21:13
Replies: 6
Views: 2,113
Posted By chopperchav

BA Lost Property

Dont know if this is right forum to vent my frustration.

Wife flew back from Athens few weeks ago with 10 week old baby on BA flight. Silly cow forgot to pick up pram from baggage hall so I have...
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Jun 2005, 12:27
Replies: 103
Views: 24,182
Posted By chopperchav

Great video. Brave men! My kahunas must be tiny...

Great video. Brave men! My kahunas must be tiny in relation to these guys/girls.

Like the comment that no one will come and pick you up if shot down, which met the reply that 'they will come,...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Jun 2005, 07:09
Replies: 15
Views: 1,936
Posted By chopperchav

Chopper coppers do it in 90 sec.

Watched my favourite program chopper coppers on men and motors last night. Great shots of November whisky 1 chasing badies around North Wales.
Interested to hear they aim to get airbourne within 90...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jun 2005, 13:13
Replies: 270
Views: 122,008
Posted By chopperchav

Take delivery of mv agusta tamburini on...

Take delivery of mv agusta tamburini on wednesday. One of 300 in world. Little bit excited.
Forum: Rotorheads
30th May 2005, 06:38
Replies: 48
Views: 7,943
Posted By chopperchav

Wow. How low were you flying? I flew similar...

Wow. How low were you flying?

I flew similar route on Friday down to Devon and had to swerve a few sams on the way. Man that area is hot!
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