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Search: Posts Made By: babotika
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Forum: ATC Issues
7th Apr 2016, 22:43
Replies: 2
Views: 2,889
Posted By babotika

I know both are mentioned in the AIP....

I know both are mentioned in the AIP....
Forum: ATC Issues
17th Sep 2015, 15:08
Replies: 20
Views: 6,956
Posted By babotika

The CDG landing clearance is an "anticipated...

The CDG landing clearance is an "anticipated clearance" given when a rather complicated set of conditions are met. Separation is still with the controller, should any of the conditions for the...
Forum: ATC Issues
30th Aug 2015, 00:09
Replies: 2
Views: 2,241
Posted By babotika

CDG is the only European airport to which I've...

CDG is the only European airport to which I've flown to use it the way it's used - as an early landing clearance. Some UK airports will use "land after" but the separation is then up to the pilots (I...
Forum: ATC Issues
21st Jun 2015, 01:11
Replies: 53
Views: 17,996
Posted By babotika

The TC team is indeed incredible... People...

The TC team is indeed incredible...

People who moan and compain have obviously not visited Swanwick and spent a few hours staring at the green mush which is their radars. Last time I plugged in I...
Forum: ATC Issues
14th Apr 2015, 13:22
Replies: 79
Views: 16,710
Posted By babotika

Agreed. The management-class love of "standard"...

Agreed. The management-class love of "standard" nonsense even when entirely unnecessary is heartbreaking.

If you live in / near Tunbridge you can complain to Gatwick Airport about the increased...
Forum: ATC Issues
3rd Apr 2015, 16:19
Replies: 20
Views: 9,990
Posted By babotika

I know it's an old thread but it's still worth...

I know it's an old thread but it's still worth something... I very very firmly believe it should be mandatory for all pilots and controllers to spend 1 day a year observing each others "offices"

I...
Forum: Tech Log
26th Feb 2015, 22:57
Replies: 59
Views: 17,433
Posted By babotika

S speed is not a limitation, it is the lowest...

S speed is not a limitation, it is the lowest speed at which you can select flap 0. Many have already posted the obvious, that changing configuration is a dangerous, ridiculous idea.

Some things I...
Forum: ATC Issues
19th Feb 2015, 15:26
Replies: 1
Views: 2,903
Posted By babotika

UTC when I flew there 4 years ago, doubt it's...

UTC when I flew there 4 years ago, doubt it's changed.

Using local time would be downright dangerous as 1200 UTC = 1530 IST. We had a hard enough time with ground handling :bored:
Forum: ATC Issues
5th Feb 2015, 23:51
Replies: 9
Views: 4,871
Posted By babotika

Ireland hasn't had airways or intermediate...

Ireland hasn't had airways or intermediate waypoints for several years now, direct routes are always filed. The NW corner of Spanish airspace has also been also FRA 24/7/365(6) for roughly a year?
...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
24th Oct 2014, 15:50
Replies: 1,399
Views: 1,257,865
Posted By babotika

MPL = CPL restricted to Multi-crew aircraft &...

MPL = CPL restricted to Multi-crew aircraft & specific AOC (unless transferred). MPL students have taken the same theory exams, it's "just" the practical training that changes.

MPL -> ATPL is the...
Forum: Tech Log
29th Aug 2014, 23:09
Replies: 29
Views: 13,646
Posted By babotika

I have experienced flying the A320-232 in 3...

I have experienced flying the A320-232 in 3 different airlines and the SOPs may have been from different planets.

None of the three approached the standard Airbus SOP which I originally trained to...
Forum: ATC Issues
29th Aug 2014, 22:36
Replies: 20
Views: 13,842
Posted By babotika

I have participated yearly since 2010 and can...

I have participated yearly since 2010 and can only recommend it. The sessions are extremely informative and, in my opinion, just as valuable as sim training as the emergencies which are discussed...
Forum: ATC Issues
18th Aug 2014, 22:40
Replies: 12
Views: 4,010
Posted By babotika

CDG is an odd one, many controllers still use...

CDG is an odd one, many controllers still use "Intercept ILS" or "Intercept full ILS" and sometimes even "Cleared Final Approach" as an approach clearance. I believe this might have something to do...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
20th Jul 2014, 21:57
Replies: 44
Views: 15,048
Posted By babotika

I'm fairly confident airbus normal law would have...

I'm fairly confident airbus normal law would have allowed all the manoeuvres the 787 did, probably make them easier to perform actually. The H&S executive & S.O.P. police on the other hand...

67°...
Forum: ATC Issues
29th May 2014, 21:34
Replies: 2
Views: 1,819
Posted By babotika

Just the UK. Other countries / airports will...

Just the UK. Other countries / airports will require different information.

Same goes for aircraft type and ATIS on start-up and arrival - it isn't always necessary.
Forum: Terms and Endearment
21st Feb 2014, 18:12
Replies: 45
Views: 11,663
Posted By babotika

You're right, an FO couldn't run a command course...

You're right, an FO couldn't run a command course or nurture a new Cpatain. I don't think anyone was ever suggesting that one could...

But a FO with more than a few years on the line, possibly...
Forum: ATC Issues
21st Feb 2014, 17:32
Replies: 72
Views: 27,901
Posted By babotika

In France it is quite common to have TWR+Radar...

In France it is quite common to have TWR+Radar together at quieter airfields and at night in bigger ones. I think they even do it on occasion in CDG.

As a pilot, if there is only one controller...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
20th Feb 2014, 23:57
Replies: 45
Views: 11,663
Posted By babotika

We work for a very man-and-boy outfit PENKO, the...

We work for a very man-and-boy outfit PENKO, the background of the vast majority of current FOs and the usual shock/amazement from the left seat when you didn't just graduate from [OAA/CTC/FTE] last...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
11th Feb 2014, 19:44
Replies: 35
Views: 12,467
Posted By babotika

Not a troll... I'm also curious as to what others...

Not a troll... I'm also curious as to what others can & can't do.

I believe that travelling by air to work is far less stressful than driving. I get on the plane, instantly fall asleep and only...
Forum: ATC Issues
21st Dec 2013, 19:50
Replies: 11
Views: 3,934
Posted By babotika

If you want the guy next to you (well on the...

If you want the guy next to you (well on the phone) shouting about handing something like that ever again try IVAO United Kingdom (http://ivao.co.uk). The pilots are also human and as such can be...
Forum: ATC Issues
9th Nov 2013, 19:51
Replies: 54
Views: 9,991
Posted By babotika

Are you referring to advising the approach...

Are you referring to advising the approach controller that you have the QNH on initial contact "Fastway 123 descending FL 80, B727 with A QNH 1021" ? That's no longer a requirement, just type (uk...
Forum: ATC Issues
9th Nov 2013, 17:19
Replies: 54
Views: 9,991
Posted By babotika

For example: "Gatwick delivery, frequency...

For example:

"Gatwick delivery, frequency 121 decimal 950 is closed. Departing aircraft are to make first contact on ground frequency 121 decimal 8" (or something similar)

But we don't care...
Forum: Rumours & News
8th Nov 2013, 22:50
Replies: 9
Views: 6,864
Posted By babotika

Not following TCAS?? :ugh: :mad: Bin their...

Not following TCAS?? :ugh: :mad:

Bin their licences.
Forum: ATC Issues
29th Oct 2013, 22:14
Replies: 15
Views: 2,983
Posted By babotika

On a little bus it can be difficult to maintain...

On a little bus it can be difficult to maintain 2500fpm at 270kts under certain conditions, for example if the aircraft is light or the wind is changing quite rapidly.
Slowing to 270 while...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
23rd Oct 2013, 15:04
Replies: 6
Views: 2,683
Posted By babotika

I guess you have some sort of Schengen work visa,...

I guess you have some sort of Schengen work visa, or the blue card? As the UK isn't part of the Schengen area and doesn't recognise said card you will need a specific work permit for the UK. The...
Forum: ATC Issues
23rd Oct 2013, 00:18
Replies: 59
Views: 13,004
Posted By babotika

The problem is 95% (or more) of pilots flying...

The problem is 95% (or more) of pilots flying around have absolutely no idea what goes on in a control tower or radar room or even how the airspace they have operated in for years is organised! I...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
16th Aug 2013, 09:34
Replies: 2
Views: 1,162
Posted By babotika

ALK a few years ago: No fleet/seat change, watch...

ALK a few years ago: No fleet/seat change, watch locals move to long haul at 500h. Endless paperwork battle to even start flying. Very unstable roster, lots of night flights or short hops to India,...
Forum: Rumours & News
13th Aug 2013, 21:55
Replies: 75
Views: 37,770
Posted By babotika

CFM56 only.

CFM56 only.
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
9th Aug 2013, 04:40
Replies: 6
Views: 4,915
Posted By babotika

A large portion of the 955 unemployed Malaysian...

A large portion of the 955 unemployed Malaysian pilots are unemployed because they can't fly and have failed the interview multiple times. Not my words, this came from a trainer at AK a few years...
Forum: ATC Issues
27th Jul 2013, 09:32
Replies: 14
Views: 7,915
Posted By babotika

I would imagine most set QNH / 1013 immediately...

I would imagine most set QNH / 1013 immediately upon receipt of a clearance to an altitude / level.... Our Ops manual mandates it everywhere, regardless of the local rules.
Forum: ATC Issues
26th Jul 2013, 07:25
Replies: 33
Views: 10,423
Posted By babotika

We were told to do it when the Olympics came...

We were told to do it when the Olympics came along, and it stuck. Unfortunately we were also told to remind you what airport we're landing at, in my opinion a ridiculous stupid thing to do that...
Forum: ATC Issues
22nd Jul 2013, 12:41
Replies: 35
Views: 16,478
Posted By babotika

Is there a problem with filing a flight plan?...

Is there a problem with filing a flight plan? Some countries require it for all flights travelling further than 25nm from point of departure. If the system to file them is simple and efficient I...
Forum: ATC Issues
22nd Jul 2013, 11:48
Replies: 16
Views: 5,247
Posted By babotika

I fly with a UK airline based at 4 LTMA airports...

I fly with a UK airline based at 4 LTMA airports and even some of our pilots seem unable to respect ATC speed restrictions! It's not like we would climb/descend 500ft for the fun of it, or turn...
Forum: ATC Issues
21st Jun 2013, 11:01
Replies: 34
Views: 7,200
Posted By babotika

Flying around today we already get some amazing...

Flying around today we already get some amazing direct routes all over Europe, the most common reason for not getting one I've found is military areas not inter-ACC coordination.

If we really do...
Forum: Cabin Crew
5th Jan 2013, 22:44
Replies: 105
Views: 35,832
Posted By babotika

EZY do overbook on some "commuter" routes but not...

EZY do overbook on some "commuter" routes but not by much. We usually loose 4-8 people between the booking figure and actual heads on board, again depending on route.
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