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Search: Posts Made By: GWidgery
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Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
21st Jul 2012, 21:47
Replies: 4
Views: 3,313
Posted By GWidgery

Wages are pretty low - starting at about £900 /...

Wages are pretty low - starting at about £900 / month on the C206, up to about £1200 / month on the C208, but it is plenty to live off out there!

I did just over 1200 hours there in 18 months (550...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
3rd Mar 2012, 23:26
Replies: 1
Views: 914
Posted By GWidgery

As you've got over 500 hours it's a much more...

As you've got over 500 hours it's a much more simple process than otherwise, just need a flight test with a JAA examiner on the type. See below an extract from LASORS Section F

F9.1
TRANSFER OF...
Forum: Rumours & News
8th Jan 2012, 22:47
Replies: 148
Views: 111,455
Posted By GWidgery

A slightly more exaggerated version of the story!...

A slightly more exaggerated version of the story!

BA passenger jet makes emergency landing after both pilots 'pass out' at the controls | Mail Online...
Forum: Private Flying
5th May 2011, 15:47
Replies: 21
Views: 8,370
Posted By GWidgery

Trailing Smoke / Dropping Confetti from a Private Aircraft

I've recently been asked by a friend whose wedding is coming up this summer if I could do a fly past at his wedding reception (in the UK). The basic plan is for a simple pass in front of the marquee...
Forum: African Aviation
28th Nov 2010, 12:37
Replies: 8
Views: 2,211
Posted By GWidgery

Unfortunately, the rumour about the list is true...

Unfortunately, the rumour about the list is true - although it has been slightly exaggerated! The government/CAA sent it through to my operator; has about 5-10 names on it for people who have...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
6th Feb 2010, 18:37
Replies: 215
Views: 77,307
Posted By GWidgery

Good luck with wherever you're heading onto next,...

Good luck with wherever you're heading onto next, sorry I won't be around for the farewell braai tomorrow! Safe travels.
GWidgery
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
23rd Jan 2010, 10:31
Replies: 4,866
Views: 1,938,003
Posted By GWidgery

I know of several over 2008-2009. Although you...

I know of several over 2008-2009. Although you must bear in mind that statistic is only for Wings Cadets - i.e. only if you get kicked out/leave after the foundation course. And seeing as the...
Forum: African Aviation
13th Dec 2009, 07:43
Replies: 333
Views: 74,245
Posted By GWidgery

Take a look at kayak.co.uk...

Take a look at kayak.co.uk (http://www.kayak.co.uk) it's a pretty good price comparison site. Or just take a look at Emirates, they were cheapest when I booked about 6 weeks ago, but then again that...
Forum: African Aviation
12th Dec 2009, 17:13
Replies: 333
Views: 74,245
Posted By GWidgery

Thanks again to all on this thread who've helped...

Thanks again to all on this thread who've helped out with information and answering questions! I'm arriving into Maun on Monday so may well see some of your around over the next few weeks!
GWidgery
Forum: African Aviation
10th Dec 2009, 17:07
Replies: 333
Views: 74,245
Posted By GWidgery

Kash Along with what BHenderson said, I'm...

Kash

Along with what BHenderson said, I'm pretty sure the basic certificate from disclosure scotland is what you need - that's all I've got.

They don't have actually have an expiry date on...
Forum: African Aviation
8th Dec 2009, 17:45
Replies: 333
Views: 74,245
Posted By GWidgery

I'm guessing that if you're in the UK, you'll...

I'm guessing that if you're in the UK, you'll have got your police check from Disclosure Scotland? I got mine from there - took about 3-4 weeks to come through, I can't remember exactly. Just like...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
30th Nov 2009, 22:49
Replies: 5
Views: 1,694
Posted By GWidgery

From what I recall I think that you can, yes. A...

From what I recall I think that you can, yes. A ME-IR allows you to fly SE too. I don't think you have to do anything else - there might well be something about it in LASORS. Check Section E Page...
Forum: African Aviation
2nd Nov 2009, 08:11
Replies: 532
Views: 122,037
Posted By GWidgery

Hi guys I was wondering what (historically...

Hi guys

I was wondering what (historically as well as guesses for this year!) the period over Christmas is like? Do any of the pilots, or management at the charter companies leave Maun over...
Forum: African Aviation
30th Oct 2009, 12:51
Replies: 532
Views: 122,037
Posted By GWidgery

Sounds reasonable - I'll just stick with the...

Sounds reasonable - I'll just stick with the basic vaccinations!
Forum: African Aviation
30th Oct 2009, 12:07
Replies: 532
Views: 122,037
Posted By GWidgery

Thanks Bla Bla Bla for the sound advice. I'm...

Thanks Bla Bla Bla for the sound advice.

I'm getting the vaccinations done over the next week or two. On that note, people have recommended to me that I get antimalarials before I go. They're...
Forum: African Aviation
29th Oct 2009, 16:15
Replies: 532
Views: 122,037
Posted By GWidgery

Hi First to say thanks to everyone on the...

Hi

First to say thanks to everyone on the thread who has given info, whether it be positive or otherwise. Csanad's blog really does help out a lot with getting a picture together of what it's...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Oct 2009, 18:19
Replies: 3
Views: 1,087
Posted By GWidgery

A fair few choices: Alouette at Biggin, London...

A fair few choices: Alouette at Biggin, London Flying Club at Fairoaks, West London Aero Club at White Waltham, and some others I'm sure!
Forum: African Aviation
14th Oct 2009, 15:15
Replies: 532
Views: 122,037
Posted By GWidgery

I also got exactly that from Sefofane - not...

I also got exactly that from Sefofane - not looking too great!
Forum: Questions
10th Oct 2009, 16:06
Replies: 11
Views: 4,370
Posted By GWidgery

As far as I know most airlines simply don't allow...

As far as I know most airlines simply don't allow it unless you're an employee of the airline!
Forum: Private Flying
11th Jun 2009, 00:50
Replies: 1,126
Views: 638,985
Posted By GWidgery

Hi athonite PM in the post! GWidgery

Hi athonite

PM in the post!

GWidgery
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
9th Jun 2009, 13:16
Replies: 4
Views: 2,191
Posted By GWidgery

The only extra costs to CTC are the licence issue...

The only extra costs to CTC are the licence issue fee at the end and any remedial training needed during the foundation course.

Other than that only what you normally need to live: fuel, food etc.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
23rd Dec 2008, 01:26
Replies: 20
Views: 2,582
Posted By GWidgery

Hi James I flew with Air Nelson last April...

Hi James

I flew with Air Nelson last April from Nelson to Wellington, and then up to Hamilton, manging to get the jumpseat for the first leg.

I'm not sure how to go about getting it authorised...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
1st Dec 2008, 13:11
Replies: 1
Views: 707
Posted By GWidgery

Take a look at this CAA document. It states what...

Take a look at this CAA document. It states what you're allowed in the exams.

http://www.caa.co.uk/docs/175/Examination%20Briefing%20-%20Flight%20Crew%20Doc%201%20v3.pdf

Specifically:
A...
Forum: Private Flying
12th Nov 2008, 11:09
Replies: 13
Views: 3,981
Posted By GWidgery

I did mine a few years back at White Waltham. ...

I did mine a few years back at White Waltham. Total cost was £7800, including getting to the airfield each week, club membership, away landing fees and licence issue, flight test etc. (45hrs PA28)
...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
3rd Nov 2008, 03:36
Replies: 396
Views: 89,071
Posted By GWidgery

Take a look at this thread ...

Take a look at this thread
http://www.pprune.org/professional-pilot-training-includes-ground-studies/218620-never-ending-modular-vs-integrated-debate-merged-ad-nauseam.html

That should answer a...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Oct 2008, 12:58
Replies: 23
Views: 2,159
Posted By GWidgery

Welcome to the world of aviation! I agree a...

Welcome to the world of aviation!

I agree a lot with what the other guys have been saying here. Read up on as much as you can, you'll never know too much.

With the decision of whether to go to...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Oct 2008, 12:32
Replies: 22
Views: 5,119
Posted By GWidgery

Some more general stuff.... Remember that...

Some more general stuff....

Remember that the main thing the examiner is looking for is safety. It doesn't matter too much if your flying isn't perfect, as long as it's all done in a safe and...
Forum: ATC Issues
1st May 2008, 12:35
Replies: 10
Views: 1,829
Posted By GWidgery

In Frankfurt, there's a preferential runway...

In Frankfurt, there's a preferential runway system like this:

Runway 25R/L is used for landings with a tailwind component of up to 5kts. Otherwise, runway 07R/L will be used.

Runway 18 is for...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
12th Feb 2008, 20:13
Replies: 2
Views: 591
Posted By GWidgery

Try out the CTC threads in the "Interviews, jobs...

Try out the CTC threads in the "Interviews, jobs & sponsorship" forum. Probably gonna be a few more people able to answer your question there.
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
30th Jan 2008, 09:51
Replies: 536
Views: 75,413
Posted By GWidgery

I'll second what Exhibitz said. Unfortunately...

I'll second what Exhibitz said. Unfortunately CTC need actual grades, not just predictions for the initial application. I was in the same boat, applied very soon after getting my results and heard...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
8th Nov 2007, 14:37
Replies: 10
Views: 2,054
Posted By GWidgery

I agree - it's definitely a good deal. The...

I agree - it's definitely a good deal. The training may not be completely free, but it is heavily subsidised. You're not 100% guaranteed a job, but no one who has completed the wings cadet course...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
1st Nov 2007, 12:07
Replies: 13
Views: 1,959
Posted By GWidgery

Yeah, I agree with what you guys are saying about...

Yeah, I agree with what you guys are saying about not getting the full salary and the monthly repayments as well, but the cadet salary instead.

The general salary figures given to me by CTC...
Forum: Private Flying
30th Oct 2007, 20:25
Replies: 19
Views: 1,803
Posted By GWidgery

I paid £145 /hr in a PA28 at White Waltham - got...

I paid £145 /hr in a PA28 at White Waltham - got an hour free once or twice through special deals, which brought the average price down - but that sounds about right for the south.
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
30th Oct 2007, 20:08
Replies: 13
Views: 1,959
Posted By GWidgery

Some of what is being said, but the main point is...

Some of what is being said, but the main point is being missed. With CTC the £60,000 bond can come from your own capital or a (unsecured) loan. Repayments on the loan are defered until you gain...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
26th Oct 2007, 18:51
Replies: 5
Views: 856
Posted By GWidgery

Willamette Aviation, just south of Portland. ...

Willamette Aviation, just south of Portland.

http://www.willametteair.com/

I didn't do my PPL training there, I just hired an aircraft quite a few times whilst on holiday from the UK (where I...
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