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Forum: Tech Log
9th Jan 2012, 17:02
Replies: 21
Views: 12,367
Posted By Macgyver

SmartCockpit - Airline training guides, Aviation,...

SmartCockpit - Airline training guides, Aviation, Operations, Safety (http://www.smartcockpit.com/pdf/flightops/engines/12)

Theres a nice Table of summaries starting at page 17 of this article...
Forum: Tech Log
19th Sep 2011, 17:19
Replies: 4
Views: 35,795
Posted By Macgyver

Net/Gross Takeoff?

Hey folks,

Can someone explain the difference between "net" and "gross" takeoff flight path? I guess the "net" takeoff flight path has to clear obstacles by 35ft, but I dont understand the...
Forum: Tech Log
17th Sep 2011, 11:20
Replies: 5
Views: 2,908
Posted By Macgyver

If we're using a Flex T/O with a low QNH on a wet...

If we're using a Flex T/O with a low QNH on a wet runway, according to our charts we adjust Tflex for the weight and the low QNH, but we only adjust the Vspeeds downwards for the wet runway, and NOT...
Forum: Tech Log
17th Sep 2011, 01:36
Replies: 5
Views: 2,908
Posted By Macgyver

Flex T/O & Speed Corrections

Hey folks,

Im on the A330, and when calculating our speeds for a Flex T/O and using the corrections tables, we only have to adjust the flex temp and not the speeds unless there is a WET factor,...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
24th Mar 2010, 14:03
Replies: 92
Views: 16,691
Posted By Macgyver

Just to confirm, this new "program" would not...

Just to confirm, this new "program" would not have housing allowance then, and the training would be the same as the SOs used to have a few years back?

I applied years ago for SO, never called....
Forum: Tech Log
13th Jun 2009, 18:32
Replies: 17
Views: 15,390
Posted By Macgyver

Engine Failure in Xwinds

Hey guys,

Reading over "Ace the Tech Pilot Interview" right now and one of the questions kind of puzzled me.

Which engine is critical on t/o in a crosswind situation?

I always figured the...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
20th Sep 2008, 21:48
Replies: 31
Views: 5,799
Posted By Macgyver

Im not at CX, so perhaps my opinion may not mean...

Im not at CX, so perhaps my opinion may not mean much as I dont know first hand how the day-to-day operations is conducted.

But with regards to all this bitterness, it begs the question- why are...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
25th Aug 2008, 13:14
Replies: 3
Views: 1,053
Posted By Macgyver

In the book Handling the Big Jets, it mentions...

In the book Handling the Big Jets, it mentions a/c with bad oscillatory stability characteristics will have 2 YDs, where 1 is a backup in case the other fails.
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
21st Oct 2007, 19:35
Replies: 9
Views: 2,743
Posted By Macgyver

Also, I was wondering how you answered the...

Also, I was wondering how you answered the following of those questions:

-Where are the 747-400BCFs being converted?

-How does more flap affect Vmca?

-Why are they removing the stabilizer...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
21st Oct 2007, 19:27
Replies: 9
Views: 2,743
Posted By Macgyver

Thanks for posting. Out of curiosity, what was...

Thanks for posting. Out of curiosity, what was your experience (total time, etc)?

Good luck!
Forum: Tech Log
4th Sep 2007, 21:39
Replies: 2
Views: 940
Posted By Macgyver

Tech Q Help

Hey guys,

Here is a question that I don't quite understand the answer:

How can the climb limited take off weight be increased:
a) reduce V2
b) reduce V1
c) reduce Vr
d) Reduce flap angle...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
29th Aug 2007, 18:27
Replies: 1
Views: 759
Posted By Macgyver

Wait until you mee the requirements, then update...

Wait until you mee the requirements, then update every 6 months or so. Do not lie and say you have 1000hrs, current IFR, or ATP writtens, when in fact you do not. Just consider this more motivation...
Forum: Tech Log
28th Aug 2007, 15:31
Replies: 3
Views: 4,778
Posted By Macgyver

777 No Winglets

A common interview question with CX is asking why the 777 does not have winglets. I was doing some reading on this, and for the most part all I can find is that the 777 wing is simply more efficient...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
23rd Aug 2007, 15:12
Replies: 7
Views: 2,932
Posted By Macgyver

Are there any vision standards? Im correctable to...

Are there any vision standards? Im correctable to 20/20 or better, but without glasses my vision is terrible.
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
23rd Aug 2007, 15:09
Replies: 2
Views: 1,158
Posted By Macgyver

The absolute lowest I have heard of is 2600 hrs...

The absolute lowest I have heard of is 2600 hrs with most of it on twin turbine and a decent amount of PIC. It seems like nowadays the avg is around 3000 hrs for S/O. If you have some contacts within...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
13th Aug 2007, 16:28
Replies: 8
Views: 1,612
Posted By Macgyver

It's my understanding that the 524G's are rated...

It's my understanding that the 524G's are rated to 58,00lbs, while the 524H are rated to 60,600lbs.
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
22nd Jul 2007, 22:03
Replies: 1
Views: 1,016
Posted By Macgyver

Aircraft Routes

I know that during the interview (DESO) they will likely ask you questions about which planes they use on their various destinations. Is there an easier way to find out this information without...
Forum: Tech Log
22nd Jul 2007, 01:00
Replies: 9
Views: 2,702
Posted By Macgyver

777 Qs

I was doing some reading on the 777-200 vs the 777-300 and something didn't quite make sense.

According to the info, both aircraft have the RR Trent 892 engines (at least for CX' a/c); however,...
Forum: Tech Log
21st Jul 2007, 15:20
Replies: 35
Views: 7,884
Posted By Macgyver

This might seem like a dumb question.... the...

This might seem like a dumb question.... the 211's have a 7 stage IP compressor and a 6 stage HP compressor, but what about the LP compressor? There's 3 spools, so why does the technical data (such...
Forum: Tech Log
18th Jul 2007, 02:15
Replies: 35
Views: 7,884
Posted By Macgyver

Pardon my ignorance, but what does "HP" and "IP"...

Pardon my ignorance, but what does "HP" and "IP" stand for? High pressure compressor, Low pressure compressor??
Forum: Tech Log
12th Jul 2007, 14:26
Replies: 10
Views: 1,901
Posted By Macgyver

Some Questions

Got a couple tech questions and I hope I can get some clarification.

Someone posted this one in the fragrant harbour forum and I figured I'd try it out here. The RR engines on CX 744 are...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
2nd May 2007, 14:37
Replies: 7
Views: 1,790
Posted By Macgyver

The table of contents says that a list of answers...

The table of contents says that a list of answers is provided. Also, the author states in the introduction that you should do the exam yourself, then correct it with the answer sheet provided. I am...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
29th Apr 2007, 15:58
Replies: 7
Views: 1,790
Posted By Macgyver

Thanks for the tip; however, I was unsuccessful...

Thanks for the tip; however, I was unsuccessful in finding a copy of the answers.

If anyone has any other advice, or, if it's not too much trouble, to email me a copy of the 100 answers, I would...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
25th Apr 2007, 23:40
Replies: 7
Views: 1,790
Posted By Macgyver

Answers to Tech Qs

I have a list of 100 technical questions that came out of the book "Preparing for your CX Interview." The problem is that I'm missing the answer sheet. Does anyone have a spare copy of it or know...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
9th Apr 2007, 14:48
Replies: 14
Views: 2,066
Posted By Macgyver

Thanks HT, Yup I was in the groundschool...

Thanks HT,

Yup I was in the groundschool with you. Thanks for the responst too... I guess I'll have to wait until I write the exams to go through with the application. That should be soon though,...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
24th Mar 2007, 21:18
Replies: 6
Views: 2,204
Posted By Macgyver

Duties of S/O

Can anyone please put into perspective the lifestyle as an S/O? Are they involved in any of the pre-flight duties (walk arounds, flight planning, etc)? Do they get to log the flight time while up...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
20th Mar 2007, 20:47
Replies: 14
Views: 2,066
Posted By Macgyver

I tried to apply but it wouldnt allow me to go...

I tried to apply but it wouldnt allow me to go through with my application because I dont have 1000hrs. (20 hrs shy, should have it by the end of the month).

One of the other requirements was to...
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
14th Mar 2007, 01:36
Replies: 14
Views: 2,066
Posted By Macgyver

Yup, I'm guessing you're swanberg or peace air.

Yup, I'm guessing you're swanberg or peace air.
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
14th Mar 2007, 00:56
Replies: 14
Views: 2,066
Posted By Macgyver

Flying a metro out in MB. You?

Flying a metro out in MB. You?
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
13th Mar 2007, 23:57
Replies: 14
Views: 2,066
Posted By Macgyver

Thanks Mogas. Yup, I am from the great white...

Thanks Mogas. Yup, I am from the great white north!
Forum: South Asia and Far East Wannabes
13th Mar 2007, 21:26
Replies: 14
Views: 2,066
Posted By Macgyver

Apply Early?

Hello everyone,

Here's my stats: 970 hours, 335 multi, 300+ multi turbine 2-crew airline, 525 single piston PIC.

I know that I'm far from meeting the competitive mins for CX DESO, but I was...
Forum: Tech Log
25th Jan 2007, 16:06
Replies: 2
Views: 1,389
Posted By Macgyver

Question Questions for Metro Pilots

Hey guys,

I have a few questions for anyone who currently flies a metro. I've received different and conflicting answers from fellow pilots, and I was hoping for added input.

1. In my...
Forum: Tech Log
9th Dec 2006, 00:39
Replies: 6
Views: 11,506
Posted By Macgyver

Negative Torque Systems

Hey guys,

I don't fully understand the purpose of an NTS system. I was reviewing the manual for the SA226 and it says that the NTS allows the props to windmill for an air restart at about 70% of...
Forum: Tech Log
24th Nov 2006, 20:33
Replies: 7
Views: 1,694
Posted By Macgyver

I fly a metro II, and according to the AFM, the...

I fly a metro II, and according to the AFM, the dihedral is 5 degrees.
Forum: Tech Log
2nd Sep 2006, 01:30
Replies: 7
Views: 3,331
Posted By Macgyver

CG & Max Rate of Climb

Hey guys,

I was just curious as to whether or not the position of the CG will have any effect on Vy (i.e. the speed in terms of IAS), and, will it have any effect on your ability to achieve a...
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