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Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
15th Dec 2022, 02:15
Replies: 225
Views: 123,552
Posted By Capt Claret

ahh the good ole pre-ACARS days. ”cockpit to...

ahh the good ole pre-ACARS days.

”cockpit to ground, starts complete, clear to disconnect. On time, no call back”. 🤣🤣🤣
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
26th Nov 2021, 22:54
Replies: 134
Views: 72,761
Posted By Capt Claret

Why presume he’s been stood down because he’s...

Why presume he’s been stood down because he’s suspected of committing murder (subsequently charged but still innocent until proven guilty), as opposed to the fact that as he’s in custody for an...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
20th May 2020, 15:20
Replies: 92
Views: 54,596
Posted By Capt Claret

The DC9 and 737 both started their life in 1963,...

The DC9 and 737 both started their life in 1963, so if the 717 is a grim aircraft based on its original design age, so too is the 737.

I think you might be surprised at the passenger appeal.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
25th Oct 2019, 04:39
Replies: 3
Views: 3,182
Posted By Capt Claret

He owned a Holden dealership in Maryborough. ...

He owned a Holden dealership in Maryborough.

Lady Elliot was owned/leased (not sure) in partnership with John & Judy French, at least for part of a Bevan’s association. From the mid 80’s...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
3rd Oct 2018, 22:45
Replies: 102
Views: 28,045
Posted By Capt Claret

The AIP differs. “EMERGENCY FUEL 12.1 The...

The AIP differs.

“EMERGENCY FUEL 12.1 The pilot-in-command shall declare a situation of fuel emergency by broadcasting MAYDAY MAYDAY MAYDAY FUEL, when the calculated usable fuel predicted to be...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
18th Jan 2018, 11:33
Replies: 84
Views: 40,114
Posted By Capt Claret

Close to Derby when they turned around as shown...

Close to Derby when they turned around as shown on Flight Aware.

Derby - Alice ~694nm
Derby - Darwin ~ 516nm

Monsoon season so DRW weather might have been not so good.

I wonder why Broome...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
12th Dec 2016, 10:00
Replies: 527
Views: 243,921
Posted By Capt Claret

If a thread like this were to appear on the...

If a thread like this were to appear on the PATCRN, and have ATCers grumbling about how a request to various jets for best speed to the field, saw a range of speeds at 10-15 miles between 250 & 160...
Forum: Cabin Crew Wannabes
10th Dec 2016, 01:24
Replies: 9
Views: 2,744
Posted By Capt Claret

email inbound. :}

email inbound. :}
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
9th Dec 2016, 01:38
Replies: 16
Views: 9,791
Posted By Capt Claret

Hey Tailie, I didn't think the Kiwi's sounded...

Hey Tailie, I didn't think the Kiwi's sounded that bad! :E
Forum: Rumours & News
1st Dec 2016, 02:14
Replies: 17
Views: 16,521
Posted By Capt Claret

Given the laws in various countries around the...

Given the laws in various countries around the world that make many, many, human activities illegal. Such as murder, rape, theft, assault, etc. etc., it's a wonder that anyone perpetrates a crime...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
23rd Nov 2016, 05:40
Replies: 91
Views: 21,540
Posted By Capt Claret

Geez, I hope if I'm ever accused and being judged...

Geez, I hope if I'm ever accused and being judged by my peers, there are no pilots on the jury!

Most have convicted this guy without knowing any facts, but based purely on media reports of what...
Forum: Medical & Health
19th Nov 2016, 07:56
Replies: 458
Views: 282,950
Posted By Capt Claret

I don't think any person can "tell" you what to...

I don't think any person can "tell" you what to get. Nor can they make sweeping statements like "Varifocals (which I assume is another term for progressive lenses) should be banned for pilots".
...
Forum: Tech Log
16th Nov 2016, 11:40
Replies: 12
Views: 3,862
Posted By Capt Claret

When one was young & not too bright, one would,...

When one was young & not too bright, one would, occasionally, hold full back elevator on a BN2 prior to commencing the takeoff roll. Within one rotation of the main wheels, clearly visible out the...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
26th Oct 2016, 21:15
Replies: 25
Views: 13,628
Posted By Capt Claret

Geez, pick on Hobart! :} RWY to be...

Geez, pick on Hobart! :}

RWY to be lengthened 500m to allow wide body twins to make Asia with decent load & obviate the need to stop in at the big island for fuel. Support works have commenced...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
26th Oct 2016, 08:53
Replies: 25
Views: 13,628
Posted By Capt Claret

I saw part of a TV news item on this tonight. A...

I saw part of a TV news item on this tonight. A 747 was mentioned but I'm not sure in what context.
Forum: Tech Log
18th Oct 2016, 22:06
Replies: 5
Views: 4,897
Posted By Capt Claret

Possibly a certification consideration, as well...

Possibly a certification consideration, as well as manufacturing scales of economy.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th Oct 2016, 22:46
Replies: 18
Views: 6,509
Posted By Capt Claret

Bloggs & I had a conversation yesterday evening...

Bloggs & I had a conversation yesterday evening taxiing at SYD regarding what a good job the guy on SMC was doing. We both agreed that as pilots, whilst we reckon we've got "it" skun, neither of us...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
12th Oct 2016, 12:28
Replies: 83
Views: 39,223
Posted By Capt Claret

Badgerys Creek was announced as Sydney's second...

Badgerys Creek was announced as Sydney's second airport 30 years ago when I started flying for a living. I don't think the Wagner's should hold their breath.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
11th Oct 2016, 09:11
Replies: 4
Views: 2,010
Posted By Capt Claret

Hobart, Port Arthur/Cape Pillar, South West Cape,...

Hobart, Port Arthur/Cape Pillar, South West Cape, up the guts to Cradle Mountain, Wineglass Bay, Maria Isl, Hobart.

Very weather dependant but spectacular scenery.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
26th Sep 2016, 10:27
Replies: 23
Views: 11,990
Posted By Capt Claret

Given that most media reported plane crashes are...

Given that most media reported plane crashes are made in Cessnas. And that the travelling public generally judge a flight on the nano-seconds of touchdown, I'd reckon one look at the roo on the tail,...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
11th Sep 2016, 00:07
Replies: 31
Views: 10,689
Posted By Capt Claret

QLINK jets, pax instructed that they must be...

QLINK jets, pax instructed that they must be turned off, and not charged in flight.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
1st Sep 2016, 09:43
Replies: 103
Views: 19,315
Posted By Capt Claret

In that case, every one's gona die! :uhoh:

In that case, every one's gona die! :uhoh:
Forum: Questions
19th Aug 2016, 05:25
Replies: 27
Views: 5,465
Posted By Capt Claret

Severe control issues. Many crashes. Really?

Severe control issues. Many crashes.

Really?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
11th Aug 2016, 06:56
Replies: 167
Views: 130,345
Posted By Capt Claret

Let's all throw our hands in the air, give up,...

Let's all throw our hands in the air, give up, and walk away. :ugh:
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
1st Aug 2016, 23:48
Replies: 167
Views: 130,345
Posted By Capt Claret

Where do you get "can't crew" from?

Where do you get "can't crew" from?
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
15th Jul 2016, 12:15
Replies: 10
Views: 5,575
Posted By Capt Claret

If the tyre was flat and there was no spare, then...

If the tyre was flat and there was no spare, then the reason for the delay would be a flat tyre. Wouldn't it?
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
8th Jul 2016, 11:33
Replies: 66
Views: 42,631
Posted By Capt Claret

I wonder if that was in the belief that there'd...

I wonder if that was in the belief that there'd be a 50% + pay increase and, don't get too excited, REAL staff travel? :ugh:
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
11th Jun 2016, 04:22
Replies: 167
Views: 130,345
Posted By Capt Claret

Oh well, the ensuing court case when Cobham are...

Oh well, the ensuing court case when Cobham are sued for breach of contract should be interesting, hey! Any chance one of you folks who seem to know what Cobham will or won't do before its done might...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
8th Jun 2016, 05:49
Replies: 9
Views: 5,457
Posted By Capt Claret

Good heavens, never heard of ramp rash before....

Good heavens, never heard of ramp rash before....
Forum: Rumours & News
3rd Jun 2016, 05:07
Replies: 213
Views: 135,023
Posted By Capt Claret

An alternative solution.... Build a bridge...

An alternative solution....

Build a bridge and get over it. :oh:
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
26th May 2016, 06:10
Replies: 49
Views: 18,146
Posted By Capt Claret

Must've done Kiwiconehead, the only bit I...

Must've done Kiwiconehead, the only bit I remember was having to manually disarm them each EPs. Mind you, it's been 11 years but I think I'd recognise one if I saw it.... :8
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
25th May 2016, 11:50
Replies: 49
Views: 18,146
Posted By Capt Claret

I've only flown two jet types, neither had...

I've only flown two jet types, neither had automatically disarming doors.
Forum: Tech Log
25th May 2016, 11:43
Replies: 12
Views: 3,620
Posted By Capt Claret

Very helpful Bob. A great example of the...

Very helpful Bob. A great example of the camaraderie of pilots. :ugh:
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
25th May 2016, 08:08
Replies: 57
Views: 14,113
Posted By Capt Claret

Not quite so useful if the problem is properly...

Not quite so useful if the problem is properly identifying the PAPI/VASIS, or if one's not got autoland in howling crosswind - phone in one hand, and what'll I grab throttles or control column?
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
25th May 2016, 08:03
Replies: 49
Views: 18,146
Posted By Capt Claret

There but for the grace of the deity .....

There but for the grace of the deity .....
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