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Forum: Private Flying
31st Oct 2005, 18:25
Replies: 13
Views: 4,112
Posted By Complex_Type

With flaps down, nose up, full power and a decent...

With flaps down, nose up, full power and a decent headwind you can fly a C150 backwards. I've done it once or twice to confuse people on the ground. Should confuse an F16 enough.
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Oct 2005, 15:26
Replies: 15
Views: 3,534
Posted By Complex_Type

BBC News website says it was an instructor with...

BBC News website says it was an instructor with 20 years experience and a pupil on a flying lesson, in a PA28. Should have been a safe combination.

What was the weather doing round there this...
Forum: Private Flying
20th Oct 2005, 20:53
Replies: 16
Views: 1,383
Posted By Complex_Type

I never believe a single word in the press, not a...

I never believe a single word in the press, not a single word of it, they have cried wolf time and again. The only reason I have bought a newspaper in the last 10 years was to get a cheap film DVD....
Forum: Terms and Endearment
16th Oct 2005, 12:03
Replies: 8
Views: 3,154
Posted By Complex_Type

As irrelevant a comment as I've ever seen on...

As irrelevant a comment as I've ever seen on pprune and that's saying something.
Forum: Private Flying
13th Oct 2005, 18:50
Replies: 10
Views: 1,921
Posted By Complex_Type

I'm impressed, enjoyed it. And it's free.

I'm impressed, enjoyed it. And it's free.
Forum: French Forum
12th Oct 2005, 22:08
Replies: 37
Views: 11,349
Posted By Complex_Type

Living in France does not mean that AF is your...

Living in France does not mean that AF is your only career option.
Forum: Private Flying
9th Oct 2005, 09:14
Replies: 11
Views: 3,489
Posted By Complex_Type

Many have flown or learned to fly in other...

Many have flown or learned to fly in other countries where the landing fees are less and sometimes non existent. And the gentlemen may also be referring to those airfields that used to be so popular...
Forum: Tech Log
8th Oct 2005, 19:57
Replies: 5
Views: 1,335
Posted By Complex_Type

The spec for that GPS receiver says it works up...

The spec for that GPS receiver says it works up to 515 metres/second (1000 knots) so I wonder if the Ipaq can't process the information quick enough to keep up with the changing position. Try it with...
Forum: Medical & Health
7th Oct 2005, 20:28
Replies: 30
Views: 6,431
Posted By Complex_Type

Turn up the volume on the headset and shout a lot.

Turn up the volume on the headset and shout a lot.
Forum: Safety, CRM, QA & Emergency Response Planning
7th Oct 2005, 20:26
Replies: 35
Views: 7,867
Posted By Complex_Type

Previous post says it all, like saying a Ford...

Previous post says it all, like saying a Ford Mustang should be banned because it can't pass emissions rules. Of course a '68 Mustang wouldn't get through 2005 certificationl, but a 2005 one does.
...
Forum: Tech Log
7th Oct 2005, 18:33
Replies: 20
Views: 4,352
Posted By Complex_Type

P Factor

I've considered the 'bend' in the flight of a soccer ball where the ball is spinning around the vertical axis. In this situation one side of the ball is travelling faster (forwards) whilst the other...
Forum: Tech Log
7th Oct 2005, 14:47
Replies: 12
Views: 4,059
Posted By Complex_Type

barit1, I am well aware of what causes wake...

barit1, I am well aware of what causes wake turbulence. I was addressing the words in the text in the original post, with at least two references to engines in the first few lines including:

...
Forum: Tech Log
7th Oct 2005, 13:22
Replies: 12
Views: 4,059
Posted By Complex_Type

The A380 engine, Trent 900 at 80,000 Ib thrust is...

The A380 engine, Trent 900 at 80,000 Ib thrust is less powerful than the GE90 115b 115000 Ib output, and tested at a world record 127900. OK so there are only two of these on a 77 but I reckon it...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Oct 2005, 22:49
Replies: 1,021
Views: 149,930
Posted By Complex_Type

Yes, Airbus do this stuff already with dispersed...

Yes, Airbus do this stuff already with dispersed sub assembly manufacture around Europe, for example A320 sections are flown into final assembly aboard super-guppys. The difference is that the A380...
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Oct 2005, 18:27
Replies: 60
Views: 8,205
Posted By Complex_Type

I would add Maxi Gainza to that list, really good...

I would add Maxi Gainza to that list, really good stuff in his second language but I reckon he is one of the more expensive contributors as he is in less often these days.

I pick up the mags and...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Oct 2005, 18:13
Replies: 11
Views: 1,256
Posted By Complex_Type

This goes back to the days before automobiles,...

This goes back to the days before automobiles, when people travelled on horseback and when passing they preferred to keep each other on the side which they would present their sword for defence. Not...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Oct 2005, 18:07
Replies: 1,021
Views: 149,930
Posted By Complex_Type

I watched a documentary about the A380, and how...

I watched a documentary about the A380, and how the thing comes together from all over europe. Incredible waste in the way that logistics are handled in order to satisfy politics.

For example,...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
28th Sep 2005, 18:29
Replies: 30
Views: 7,142
Posted By Complex_Type

OK, when you are conversing with people 'where...

OK, when you are conversing with people 'where you come' then your use of the term is fair enough.

However, your post was on pprune where those very commercial pilots flying GA aircraft frequent.
Forum: Space Flight and Operations
28th Sep 2005, 18:18
Replies: 4
Views: 1,474
Posted By Complex_Type

No, there is a basic human instinct for pushing...

No, there is a basic human instinct for pushing the envelope and exploration. Spearhead technologies pull everything along behind, superb achievements, awe-inspiring. Set your sights high, in my...
Forum: Rumours & News
12th Sep 2005, 20:05
Replies: 148
Views: 53,849
Posted By Complex_Type

Any of you guys who flew a desk before you moved...

Any of you guys who flew a desk before you moved into the cockpit may remember how every morning you came in to work, your bin had been emptied, desk polished, floor hoovered. etc.

I thought...
Forum: Safety, CRM, QA & Emergency Response Planning
6th Sep 2005, 21:43
Replies: 22
Views: 5,047
Posted By Complex_Type

http://www.cirrusdesign.com/images/caps_01.jpg

http://www.cirrusdesign.com/images/caps_01.jpg
Forum: Safety, CRM, QA & Emergency Response Planning
5th Sep 2005, 00:16
Replies: 22
Views: 5,047
Posted By Complex_Type

I've seen numerous people with no connection to...

I've seen numerous people with no connection to aviation land in sims at their first attempt with nothing more than an instructor talking to them. Then they do it again without the prompting. I mean...
Forum: Safety, CRM, QA & Emergency Response Planning
29th Aug 2005, 21:49
Replies: 68
Views: 13,269
Posted By Complex_Type

I'm not saying there were no US sacrifices, in...

I'm not saying there were no US sacrifices, in fact whilst we are checking facts I already pointed out the US action at Omaha and Utah beach - the allied code names for the beaches in Normandy where...
Forum: Safety, CRM, QA & Emergency Response Planning
29th Aug 2005, 16:48
Replies: 68
Views: 13,269
Posted By Complex_Type

Except that Concorde PAX were paying a small...

Except that Concorde PAX were paying a small foturne for their tickets, and could roll up to check in with minutes to spare, go through the express channels and stroll on board, or get pampered in...
Forum: Safety, CRM, QA & Emergency Response Planning
29th Aug 2005, 13:27
Replies: 68
Views: 13,269
Posted By Complex_Type

Whoa! That's Hollywood History at its finest. ...

Whoa! That's Hollywood History at its finest.

Omaha Beach / Utah beach = USA

Gold Beach / Juno Beach / Sword Beach = UK / Canada.

Mulberry Harbour = UK. PLUTO = UK.
Forum: Questions
29th Aug 2005, 13:24
Replies: 8
Views: 1,570
Posted By Complex_Type

In my opinion the UK is not much use as a partner...

In my opinion the UK is not much use as a partner for anyone in such a venture. When the Concorde project was originated there were numerous companies in the UK doing leading edge aerospace work, now...
Forum: Medical & Health
29th Aug 2005, 13:18
Replies: 3
Views: 788
Posted By Complex_Type

I believe that in military aviation you can be...

I believe that in military aviation you can be too tall, as tall people do not withstand high g forces as well as short people do.

In civil aviation I guess the only limitation should be the...
Forum: Medical & Health
29th Aug 2005, 11:38
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Complex_Type

Grainger I agree, there is a risk that is...

Grainger I agree, there is a risk that is reducing all the time. I guess I got lucky, I have ended up with plano prescription and the slight night halos that I had with contacts have gone completely...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
29th Aug 2005, 11:17
Replies: 30
Views: 7,142
Posted By Complex_Type

Yes, commercial pilots in any words. These...

Yes, commercial pilots in any words.

These people using GA aircraft to fly for their jobs are as commercial as anyone else, the law requires them to be.

I think you might have meant not...
Forum: Rumours & News
28th Aug 2005, 10:58
Replies: 48
Views: 16,432
Posted By Complex_Type

I've not heard anything about any untowards...

I've not heard anything about any untowards consequences for the pax, so well done that Capt. good decision.
Forum: Medical & Health
26th Aug 2005, 23:59
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Complex_Type

I would guess for the same reason that anyone...

I would guess for the same reason that anyone wants laser surgery, to get rid of glasses or contact lenses. To be able to swim, dive and do other things without the hindrance of poor eyesight....
Forum: Rumours & News
2nd Aug 2005, 21:45
Replies: 592
Views: 291,167
Posted By Complex_Type

Picture appears to show two seats of fire,...

Picture appears to show two seats of fire, reports are that the airframe broke in two:
http://images.theglobeandmail.com/archives/RTGAM/images/20050802/wcrash0801/screenmto2.jpg
Forum: Rumours & News
2nd Aug 2005, 21:23
Replies: 592
Views: 291,167
Posted By Complex_Type

Watching BBC News 24 Live pictures, I can see...

Watching BBC News 24 Live pictures, I can see foam being laid on by fire crews right now.
Forum: Rumours & News
2nd Aug 2005, 21:14
Replies: 592
Views: 291,167
Posted By Complex_Type

Air France flight AF358 Paris-Toronto.

Air France flight AF358 Paris-Toronto.
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