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Forum: Rotorheads
11th Jan 2010, 06:49
Replies: 30
Views: 6,435
Posted By Farmer 1

I understand that while the Piper A disaster...

I understand that while the Piper A disaster survivors were being brought ashore, the person in charge of communications was talking to the wife of one of the men on the platform. He explained that a...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th Jan 2010, 11:30
Replies: 30
Views: 6,435
Posted By Farmer 1

How about four plus one deceased?

How about four plus one deceased?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
2nd Jan 2010, 08:03
Replies: 57
Views: 9,410
Posted By Farmer 1

Only in Africa. A most pleasant experience...

Only in Africa.

A most pleasant experience all round.
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Dec 2009, 11:04
Replies: 10
Views: 1,889
Posted By Farmer 1

Question, Atco... How do you deal with the...

Question, Atco...

How do you deal with the Conoco platforms? It seems general for virtually everything in their area of the southern North Sea to be referred to as the Viking Field, even though...
Forum: Rotorheads
30th Dec 2009, 07:58
Replies: 10
Views: 1,889
Posted By Farmer 1

It's BESSEMER! Pay attention, Atcomarkingtime!

It's BESSEMER! Pay attention, Atcomarkingtime!
Forum: Questions
7th Dec 2009, 08:10
Replies: 6
Views: 1,154
Posted By Farmer 1

I believe it is to maintain the environment in...

I believe it is to maintain the environment in which it was found. i.e. if the crash occurs on dry land, they don't rush around looking for some water in which to put the boxes.

I sit to be...
Forum: Rumours & News
9th Nov 2009, 10:29
Replies: 701
Views: 209,392
Posted By Farmer 1

CafeClub, It is standard for ATC to instruct...

CafeClub,

It is standard for ATC to instruct the crew when to change frequency, and what is the next agency to call. The crew would normally know approximately when the change should come, so if...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
21st Oct 2009, 12:04
Replies: 27
Views: 5,444
Posted By Farmer 1

What I find particularly impressive about the...

What I find particularly impressive about the original photo is that it is only the near-side wheels which are in focus. Even the front far-side wheel is blurred.

Or are my eyes on the way out?
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Oct 2009, 16:09
Replies: 51
Views: 7,263
Posted By Farmer 1

Where does the torque come from if you are...

Where does the torque come from if you are autorotating?
Forum: Private Flying
28th Sep 2009, 08:02
Replies: 42
Views: 9,620
Posted By Farmer 1

I can assure you they definitely cannot. ...

I can assure you they definitely cannot.

There is no runway 03 at Humberside.
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
22nd Jul 2009, 11:20
Replies: 6
Views: 670
Posted By Farmer 1

So, who was it who didn't/wouldn't have a P -...

So, who was it who didn't/wouldn't have a P - Mickey or Colin?

I think we should be told.
Forum: Tech Log
9th Jul 2009, 10:00
Replies: 14
Views: 1,974
Posted By Farmer 1

The penny drops, I think. Well done, TTO. ...

The penny drops, I think. Well done, TTO.

18-Wheeler,

No. The engines are normally working at over 90% in the cruise, and the forward thrust at that power setting is hardly worth diddly squat....
Forum: Tech Log
9th Jul 2009, 09:35
Replies: 14
Views: 1,974
Posted By Farmer 1

Then I'm missing the point of your question,...

Then I'm missing the point of your question, 18-Wheeler.

Decouple the engine from what? It's already decoupled from the tail rotor, as you've lost it, which leaves the main rotor, and the only way...
Forum: Tech Log
9th Jul 2009, 08:10
Replies: 14
Views: 1,974
Posted By Farmer 1

You seem to be under the impression that the tail...

You seem to be under the impression that the tail rotor pushes the aircraft forward. It does not. The sole reason for having a tail rotor is to counteract the torque reaction between the main rotor...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Jun 2009, 14:17
Replies: 18
Views: 2,757
Posted By Farmer 1

jimjim1, I could not disagree with you less.

jimjim1,

I could not disagree with you less.
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Jun 2009, 08:03
Replies: 18
Views: 2,757
Posted By Farmer 1

Yes, I know, but I just thought I'd mention it.

Yes, I know, but I just thought I'd mention it.
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Jun 2009, 07:25
Replies: 18
Views: 2,757
Posted By Farmer 1

I like the analogy with the electric drill. When...

I like the analogy with the electric drill. When you switch on the drill, it kicks in an anticlockwise direction. Perfect example of Newton's third law of motion.

Trouble is, if you put the drill...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Jun 2009, 16:08
Replies: 21
Views: 6,597
Posted By Farmer 1

What about if spill is caused due to aircraft...

What about if spill is caused due to aircraft squatting while being hot refueled?
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Jun 2009, 06:54
Replies: 21
Views: 6,597
Posted By Farmer 1

Not easy during a hot refuel. Also not easy is...

Not easy during a hot refuel. Also not easy is listening to the fuel entering the tank.

As to who's responsible - do you really expect any oil company to accept the blame? Even on the best run...
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Jun 2009, 11:47
Replies: 21
Views: 2,773
Posted By Farmer 1

I can explain the confusion here - the DT...

I can explain the confusion here - the DT aviation correspondent fulfilled the job's qualification requirement by declaring he had once seen an aviation-related film.

The film in question was "The...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Jun 2009, 13:54
Replies: 60
Views: 32,949
Posted By Farmer 1

Pay attention, Mate. He says quite clearly

Pay attention, Mate. He says quite clearly
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
27th May 2009, 09:29
Replies: 15
Views: 11,292
Posted By Farmer 1

Not quite. If I recall correctly, it is caused by...

Not quite. If I recall correctly, it is caused by the flow of fuel through the neck of the refuelling tube of the aircraft. This is why the refuelling hose should be connected directly to the...
Forum: ATC Issues
6th Apr 2009, 12:22
Replies: 1,636
Views: 2,452,781
Posted By Farmer 1

No sense of humour, some people.

No sense of humour, some people.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
2nd Mar 2009, 06:47
Replies: 20
Views: 3,797
Posted By Farmer 1

Thanks, chaps. I always thought they were called...

Thanks, chaps. I always thought they were called bizjets for a completely different reason.
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Feb 2009, 13:29
Replies: 150
Views: 69,428
Posted By Farmer 1

Take a bow, chaps. I always felt safe. Many...

Take a bow, chaps. I always felt safe. Many thanks.
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
15th Jan 2009, 11:29
Replies: 20
Views: 3,452
Posted By Farmer 1

Only 59 out - close enough for the BBC.

Only 59 out - close enough for the BBC.
Forum: Private Flying
15th Jan 2009, 10:50
Replies: 15
Views: 1,116
Posted By Farmer 1

"High pressure" is a relative term. i.e. it is...

"High pressure" is a relative term. i.e. it is higher pressure than the surrounding areas. This makes the air stable, which means it is not going anywhere very fast, so it does not clear away the...
Forum: African Aviation
14th Jan 2009, 17:06
Replies: 14
Views: 2,204
Posted By Farmer 1

They are based not a million miles from your...

They are based not a million miles from your location, Dasher. Give them a call.
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Jan 2009, 13:38
Replies: 61
Views: 9,340
Posted By Farmer 1

...which is there purely to keep the wind off...

...which is there purely to keep the wind off God's Country.
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Jan 2009, 14:06
Replies: 31
Views: 9,293
Posted By Farmer 1

They didn't have all that many choices. The land...

They didn't have all that many choices. The land was owned by the client, Conoco, and they moved out. Not a lot of point in staying on land you don't own for a client who isn't there.
Forum: Military Aviation
25th Dec 2008, 11:41
Replies: 261
Views: 114,319
Posted By Farmer 1

We once had a Walt - been there, done that, no...

We once had a Walt - been there, done that, no matter what or where. He told us many times he had once lost a very important piece of paper, for which he was responsible. Result - 28 days inside. We...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
24th Dec 2008, 09:43
Replies: 16
Views: 1,494
Posted By Farmer 1

I'd keep well away from Brandford, especially. ...

I'd keep well away from Brandford, especially.

Horrible place.
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Dec 2008, 08:43
Replies: 59
Views: 10,687
Posted By Farmer 1

I'm glad to say it's not like that on the North...

I'm glad to say it's not like that on the North Sea at all. The oil companies always put safety first, above everything else.

Until it becomes inconvenient, of course.
Forum: Rotorheads
7th Dec 2008, 10:08
Replies: 68
Views: 23,351
Posted By Farmer 1

Are they out of Cameroon, then?

Are they out of Cameroon, then?
Forum: Questions
5th Dec 2008, 17:58
Replies: 14
Views: 4,166
Posted By Farmer 1

I believe the Gannet was both. i.e. two engines,...

I believe the Gannet was both. i.e. two engines, with two props contrarotating on coaxial shafts, albeit turbine engines.
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