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Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
13th Apr 2019, 23:41
Replies: 38
Views: 10,068
Posted By harrip

I think the point is, there are many sides to GA...

I think the point is, there are many sides to GA flying of which training is only one - the other sides are gradually reducing in number. All these shiny new pilots that come out of training soon...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th Apr 2019, 11:08
Replies: 38
Views: 10,068
Posted By harrip

Sadly there must be be more of the latter than...

Sadly there must be be more of the latter than the former else GA would not be in the predicament it is in.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
10th Aug 2018, 21:21
Replies: 64
Views: 28,147
Posted By harrip

I asked CASA for an update on the Scenic Flight...

I asked CASA for an update on the Scenic Flight NPRM. Here is the response:



This feedback, along with the currently Part 135 proposal out for feedback, is not great for current or future...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
24th Jul 2018, 00:16
Replies: 26
Views: 11,086
Posted By harrip

When you hear that a recent entry-level Line...

When you hear that a recent entry-level Line Pilot job in Broome advertised on AFAP gets over 120 applicants in 4 days you have to recognise it is very hard to land that initial position. I wonder...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th Jul 2013, 12:06
Replies: 22
Views: 4,271
Posted By harrip

You don't do a degree to get fee help. It's a bit...

You don't do a degree to get fee help. It's a bit like spending money to make a loss so you don't pay so much tax i.e. don't spend $1 to save 40 cents.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Dec 2009, 07:48
Replies: 43
Views: 4,769
Posted By harrip

The state of play in five years time is...

The state of play in five years time is interesting, but my experience this last week may help understand where we're heading.

I'm the holder of a PPL and on Monday I booked my aircraft hire...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Nov 2009, 03:08
Replies: 4
Views: 810
Posted By harrip

I'm only a PPL but I am covered whilst flying...

I'm only a PPL but I am covered whilst flying through life/accident insurance through my super fund.

I had a to fill in an extra declaration but the end result was it did not cost me any more and...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
20th Apr 2009, 23:28
Replies: 7
Views: 1,400
Posted By harrip

May be worth trying your super fund. I'm with...

May be worth trying your super fund. I'm with Australian Super and after completing an extra questionnaire have life insurance through them. I'm a PPL working towards CPL and for me the insurance...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
8th Apr 2009, 09:16
Replies: 20
Views: 2,147
Posted By harrip

Well done - You'll keep that grin for some time :)

Well done - You'll keep that grin for some time :)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
22nd Mar 2009, 21:27
Replies: 53
Views: 15,810
Posted By harrip

Just read the following in the 'From the Tower'...

Just read the following in the 'From the Tower' newsletter;

"2008 may have seen the beginnings of the global
economic downturn but that didn’t seem to have an
effect on operations at...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Feb 2009, 01:19
Replies: 6
Views: 1,328
Posted By harrip

I only fly part time and do my life insurance via...

I only fly part time and do my life insurance via my super fund - Australian Super. I told them I fly and they sent a specific questionnaire out (hours flown, type, etc) which I returned and I was...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
30th Dec 2008, 09:44
Replies: 27
Views: 30,137
Posted By harrip

Is the Ophthalmologist inspectoin only required...

Is the Ophthalmologist inspectoin only required for the initial issue of a Class 1, or for the renewals also?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Dec 2008, 23:21
Replies: 40
Views: 5,582
Posted By harrip

As a PPL myself I can identify quite strongly...

As a PPL myself I can identify quite strongly with you sunfish.

I think the point made re commercial flying schools v recreational is very valid. I've always flown through clubs rather than the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
27th Aug 2008, 19:22
Replies: 5
Views: 1,838
Posted By harrip

I fly from the Central Coast Aero club at...

I fly from the Central Coast Aero club at Warnervale. In my opinion, they provide good quality training through experienced instructors. The aircraft are not the newest in the world but are well...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th Jun 2008, 01:41
Replies: 63
Views: 6,836
Posted By harrip

I think the main point to note is that whilst...

I think the main point to note is that whilst such procedures may have been introduced elsewhere in the world, they obviously have not been adopted here.

Providing dispensation for one pilot...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th Jun 2008, 00:08
Replies: 63
Views: 6,836
Posted By harrip

I'm part way through writing my request to the...

I'm part way through writing my request to the CEO of the RTA asking if I can have special dispensation to drive anti-clockwise at roundabouts when it is clear there are no other drivers are in the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
17th Apr 2008, 12:41
Replies: 7
Views: 856
Posted By harrip

I bought a 96C unit about a month ago and love...

I bought a 96C unit about a month ago and love it. Seems ideal for my GA flights. Personally, I prefer the use of batteries to having yet another charger.
Pretty easy to use with no tips necessary...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
6th Nov 2007, 01:16
Replies: 22
Views: 3,651
Posted By harrip

Using a bank card at an ATM is ok for...

Using a bank card at an ATM is ok for convenience, but bear in mind most banks hide a conversion fee of 2.5% in the exchange rate so it will not represent the best deal.

Also fee free may sound...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
5th Nov 2007, 04:10
Replies: 22
Views: 3,651
Posted By harrip

I use http://www.xe.com/fx/ on a regular basis....

I use http://www.xe.com/fx/ on a regular basis. Better exchange rate than the banks and, if you let them send you a cheque in the local currency, no fee. Transfers are still cheaper than banks if you...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
4th Jun 2007, 04:01
Replies: 1
Views: 838
Posted By harrip

Life Insurance for PPL's?

Hello!

Could anyone recommend any insurance company/broker for life insurance that does not exclude 'Flying other than a fare paying passenger'. I'm a PPL.

Cheers.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
22nd Apr 2007, 07:43
Replies: 13
Views: 1,396
Posted By harrip

I do not believe it is CASA's responsibility to...

I do not believe it is CASA's responsibility to encourage aviation in Australia. Its there job to keep it safe.

Its down to the aviation industry to promote aviation as they benefit from the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
1st Apr 2007, 05:53
Replies: 4
Views: 1,102
Posted By harrip

I'd recommend...

I'd recommend http://www.schofields-flying-club.com.au/

Good availability of aircraft, good instrictors and friendly atmosphere.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
16th Mar 2007, 11:34
Replies: 37
Views: 3,771
Posted By harrip

virgindriver - CASA APPROVED doctors are not...

virgindriver - CASA APPROVED doctors are not CASA. Both have costs to recover albeit the doctors possibly do a bit more for their money.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th Mar 2007, 04:34
Replies: 3
Views: 1,605
Posted By harrip

I flew into YSCB in a Warrior on 5 Feb and my...

I flew into YSCB in a Warrior on 5 Feb and my flying school charged $28 for the landing fee there. I cant say if that is the same as YSCB charged them :)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
6th Mar 2007, 00:44
Replies: 13
Views: 1,611
Posted By harrip

It is interesting that this is stated as being an...

It is interesting that this is stated as being an issue in Victoria. The same issue must be hitting all states, so this should be a federal issue.

In terms of impact on the aviation sector, it...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th Feb 2007, 23:55
Replies: 54
Views: 5,517
Posted By harrip

My browser displays the line "The place for...

My browser displays the line "The place for students, instructors and charter guys" - seems just the right sort of place...

For circuits, I'd recommend reading the theory and getting tips for...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
2nd Jun 2006, 06:16
Replies: 6
Views: 689
Posted By harrip

Cheers for that SM4 Pirate. It makes sense and...

Cheers for that SM4 Pirate. It makes sense and I'll get it done sooner rather than later incase there are any problems like you say.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
2nd Jun 2006, 04:25
Replies: 6
Views: 689
Posted By harrip

How long to allow for a medical

My medical expires on 12 August. I just wondered how long I should allow for a new one to reach me given the changes. If I get a new one earlier than the 12th will it be dated from 12 Aug or the date...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
6th May 2006, 02:44
Replies: 9
Views: 1,497
Posted By harrip

The statistics here -...

The statistics here - http://www.casa.gov.au/fcl/fcl_req.htm are interesting - shame they are not up to date.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
25th Apr 2006, 00:38
Replies: 2
Views: 500
Posted By harrip

I converted a UK licence to Aus a couple of years...

I converted a UK licence to Aus a couple of years back and it was reasonably painless at that time. Check out http://www.basair.com.au/coming_to_australia.shtml and...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
20th Apr 2006, 05:46
Replies: 44
Views: 4,949
Posted By harrip

Full details at http://www.atpl.com.au . Courses...

Full details at http://www.atpl.com.au . Courses are ongoing and range from $180 to $790 for individual subjects or $2500 for the whole thing.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
20th Apr 2006, 00:15
Replies: 44
Views: 4,949
Posted By harrip

Thanks for this excellent feedback. I've just...

Thanks for this excellent feedback. I've just spoken to Secombe and seemed very helpful and friendly. I'll be signing up shortly for some initial courses and will let you know how it goes.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Apr 2006, 13:41
Replies: 44
Views: 4,949
Posted By harrip

ATPL Theory

I wondered if anyone could recommend anyone in particular for ATPL theory courses and books. I've found Secombe Aviation at http://www.atpl.com.au/ who sound good but would welcome any comments....
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
17th Apr 2006, 10:55
Replies: 18
Views: 1,951
Posted By harrip

Dressing like a professional seems a logical...

Dressing like a professional seems a logical extension to this way of thinking.

Will a uniform help you fly better? Probably not, but it does help demonstrate your commitment to professionalism....
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
17th Apr 2006, 06:18
Replies: 3
Views: 3,387
Posted By harrip

I'd agree. The Bob Tait books got me through my...

I'd agree. The Bob Tait books got me through my theory okay. I did use the practice exam kit for one subject - I'd see how you find the exams and only buy the extra revision questions (on CD for via...
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