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Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Mar 2011, 14:36
Replies: 135
Views: 17,828
Posted By Merritt

Deano said... Can you point me in the...

Deano said...

Can you point me in the direction of links / data for these figures please? Im not necessarily doubting it but would like to know where I can find it.. Thx
Forum: Private Flying
1st Feb 2011, 09:05
Replies: 4
Views: 926
Posted By Merritt

This may be more of a question than answering the...

This may be more of a question than answering the original post but...

My understanding is that if the aircraft is operating under an AOC for public transport ops, the multi crew bit applies for...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
26th Jan 2011, 13:13
Replies: 12
Views: 3,045
Posted By Merritt

PAT all the way... The instructors are...

PAT all the way...

The instructors are excellent, organisation is effecient and the pricing is accurate.

I completed my MEP-CPL-IR with them in minimum time / first time pass and financially...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
26th Jan 2011, 13:08
Replies: 30
Views: 9,161
Posted By Merritt

MCC course at European Skybus

I have just finished off my MCC & just a quick note to say that for anyone considering an MCC course - the MCC at European Skybus is absolutely superb. Conducted in the 6 axis, fully certified zero...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
18th Sep 2009, 15:10
Replies: 16
Views: 3,221
Posted By Merritt

Firstly, I am not a solicitor... However I...

Firstly, I am not a solicitor...

However I would suggest that you speak to an employment solicitor immediately even if it costs you an hour. There are very specific regulations regarding...
Forum: Private Flying
18th Sep 2009, 14:43
Replies: 8
Views: 2,357
Posted By Merritt

I stand corrected. Apologies for my...

I stand corrected. Apologies for my mis-information.

Steve
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
18th Sep 2009, 14:03
Replies: 20
Views: 2,497
Posted By Merritt

Im only a lowly ppl'er but my understanding is...

Im only a lowly ppl'er but my understanding is that this is correct if you maintain a constant TRUE air speed. If you maintain a constant IAS, you are actually increasing your TAS.

From the...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Sep 2009, 10:16
Replies: 8
Views: 2,357
Posted By Merritt

Yes it does need to be taken before the flight...

Yes it does need to be taken before the flight test.

The IMC rating is valid for 25 months from the date of passing the skills test (assuming you passed the ground exams)

Ive just done (and...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
3rd Jul 2009, 12:57
Replies: 42
Views: 50,777
Posted By Merritt

Thanks Engineer Aus, The A/C is group owned...

Thanks Engineer Aus,

The A/C is group owned (and im not the owner). I have reported it & the owner is looking for a replacement engine but he tells me it has been checked & is safe. Me being the...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
3rd Jul 2009, 11:09
Replies: 42
Views: 50,777
Posted By Merritt

Continental O-200 oil burn?

Does anyone know whether Continental specify a 'maximum' allowable oil consumption on the O-200 engines? If so, please can you point me in the direction of the paperwork (I can't find anything useful...
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Jul 2009, 07:38
Replies: 14
Views: 2,154
Posted By Merritt

I would also be interested in this too please...

I would also be interested in this too please since my requirement to go back to that area has just resurfaced.

I did speak to airfield manager at Halton the other day - he tells me that they...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
30th Jun 2009, 08:20
Replies: 40
Views: 13,159
Posted By Merritt

Im sure some of you have spoken to employment...

Im sure some of you have spoken to employment solicitors already, but this does not sound legal. To make large redundancies, employees need to be selected based on many areas / criteria. This...
Forum: Private Flying
29th Jun 2009, 14:38
Replies: 17
Views: 6,191
Posted By Merritt

Pleased to hear he got out ok. I was getting...

Pleased to hear he got out ok.

I was getting ready to leave Manston for Popham when the rescue aircraft was called. The chaps at Manston were out to their a/c and gone very quickly. I hope the...
Forum: Private Flying
16th Jun 2009, 13:08
Replies: 15
Views: 1,829
Posted By Merritt

MMMmm - the SportCruiser is very nice (so were...

MMMmm - the SportCruiser is very nice (so were the ladies).. Im still waiting for the finance information from Hitachi Capital so that I really know I can't justify it!

Got a very good deal on a...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Apr 2008, 12:34
Replies: 9
Views: 3,277
Posted By Merritt

Not quite a mountain but... ...

Not quite a mountain but...


http://homepage.ntlworld.com/steveb.merritt/Egyptair.jpg
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
10th Apr 2008, 06:36
Replies: 14
Views: 879
Posted By Merritt

Its not just about finding a school that can...

Its not just about finding a school that can offer 152's for cheaper hourly flying - you have to be within close driving distance of it too. I live 5 minutes from thruxton which only operates PA28s....
Forum: ATC Issues
9th Apr 2008, 12:13
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By Merritt

Thanks :ok: you have PM back

Thanks :ok: you have PM back
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
9th Apr 2008, 12:11
Replies: 1
Views: 475
Posted By Merritt

Hi - You will indeed need a class 1 medical...

Hi -

You will indeed need a class 1 medical before you commit to a fATPL course however I would advise leaving it as late as you can. The class 1 medical costs just over £300

Link to CAA...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
9th Apr 2008, 07:01
Replies: 14
Views: 879
Posted By Merritt

I did my PPL in exactly 45hrs at Thruxton and it...

I did my PPL in exactly 45hrs at Thruxton and it cost just over £7600. The link below is a spreadsheet for all my costs from last year - it is surprising how much exam fees, books, medicals etc add...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
9th Apr 2008, 06:56
Replies: 1
Views: 523
Posted By Merritt

The question specifically relates to the UK,...

The question specifically relates to the UK, which currently does not have any class B airspace therefore the answer is D. Thats not to say class B does not exist anywhere else so be aware you might...
Forum: ATC Issues
8th Apr 2008, 12:36
Replies: 2
Views: 922
Posted By Merritt

'Visit ATC month'

Anyone here from farnborough who can tell me who the point of contact is for registering on the 'visit ATC' month please?

http://www.airspacesafety.com/content/VisitATCmonth.asp

I have tried...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th Mar 2008, 15:39
Replies: 23
Views: 2,324
Posted By Merritt

Is this part of a 'no equity' share scheme or a...

Is this part of a 'no equity' share scheme or a company operating a lease system?

I originally thought that cost wise the US would be considerably cheaper but im beginning to think it would be a...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th Mar 2008, 12:11
Replies: 23
Views: 2,324
Posted By Merritt

Thumbs up Hi Keith - Thank you, you have email.... ...

Hi Keith - Thank you, you have email....

Nichibei Aviation - thank you also for your PM. I will have a good look at the website.


Steve
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th Mar 2008, 08:16
Replies: 23
Views: 2,324
Posted By Merritt

Guys - thank you for the replies... all valuable...

Guys - thank you for the replies... all valuable info.



That sounds pretty reasonable to me! Are those wet hourly rates?

Cheers

Steve
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
27th Mar 2008, 17:27
Replies: 23
Views: 2,324
Posted By Merritt

Question Best method of hour building to get min hrs on PPL before ground school?

I currently have a PPL +night with approx 68 hours. If I decide to take up a modular course I obviously need the min 150hrs before starting the CPL.

I could go to the US and do the hour building...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
19th Mar 2008, 18:09
Replies: 7
Views: 1,528
Posted By Merritt

Looking at the picture, take the easiest...

Looking at the picture, take the easiest instrument first (compass)... Aircraft is heading west hence number 2 is eliminated as it is heading north west.

Next, look at the artificial horizon - it...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Mar 2008, 14:40
Replies: 6
Views: 754
Posted By Merritt

I did my NR at Thruxton. They open until 8pm...

I did my NR at Thruxton. They open until 8pm over winter and have full lit runway facilities etc but do charge an increased hourly rate (approx £10 ph more) to hire the aircraft. I am told this is...
Forum: Private Flying
1st Mar 2008, 19:37
Replies: 14
Views: 1,351
Posted By Merritt

Another chap on here flew a PA28 into Gatwick...

Another chap on here flew a PA28 into Gatwick last year - cost him about £860 in handling fees, landing fees, parking fees for 3 hours!

Steve
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
8th Feb 2008, 12:37
Replies: 10
Views: 2,252
Posted By Merritt

I suspect its a typo but you need your Air Law...

I suspect its a typo but you need your Air Law not Nav to go Solo.

Steve
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
8th Feb 2008, 09:01
Replies: 10
Views: 2,252
Posted By Merritt

don't forget www.airquiz.com which is also very...

don't forget www.airquiz.com which is also very useful....


Steve
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
3rd Feb 2008, 18:58
Replies: 14
Views: 2,958
Posted By Merritt

I did my PPL at Thruxton nr Andover and can...

I did my PPL at Thruxton nr Andover and can recommend the school (Westernair). 01264 773900 - they will be happy to give you more details.

Steve
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Jan 2008, 14:17
Replies: 13
Views: 4,321
Posted By Merritt

I found two on line recently when I was...

I found two on line recently when I was looking...

one here: http://home.stny.rr.com/bkw/ace/PA-28-181-POH.pdf

the other appears to have been pulled.


Steve
Forum: Private Flying
12th Nov 2007, 20:54
Replies: 1
Views: 806
Posted By Merritt

Smile Ok - sorry for the delay, here's a few piccies :)...

Ok - sorry for the delay, here's a few piccies :)
Golden Gate
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/steveb.merritt/1med.JPG
Alcatraz from above
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/steveb.merritt/2med.JPG...
Forum: Private Flying
12th Nov 2007, 19:31
Replies: 83
Views: 30,620
Posted By Merritt

Thruxton charge 144.53 inc VAT, wet with...

Thruxton charge 144.53 inc VAT, wet with instructor or £119.85 inc VAT wet without.

Steve
Forum: Private Flying
12th Nov 2007, 14:35
Replies: 83
Views: 30,620
Posted By Merritt

In my (very) limited flying experience, I have to...

In my (very) limited flying experience, I have to say, I was totally shocked at how easily and quickly the firefly just flips in to a spin with the 'wrong' control inputs (spin training post PPL)..
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