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Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
14th Aug 2015, 05:25
Replies: 201
Views: 151,990
Posted By Fission

Given the high levels of negative sentiment...

Given the high levels of negative sentiment towards these guys, can anyone say anything positive ?

Anyone work for them that can send a PM ?
Forum: Rotorheads
9th Dec 2013, 00:33
Replies: 2,934
Views: 2,222,381
Posted By Fission

I put a chopper into the ocean earlier this year...

I put a chopper into the ocean earlier this year and didn't get a call out - too busy flying and briefing the pax. Fortunately we all got wet and got out :) (Yay for HUET)

I've done some vertical...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
23rd Jan 2013, 10:52
Replies: 34
Views: 6,486
Posted By Fission

Indeed, they're churning out buckets of 'stuff'...

Indeed, they're churning out buckets of 'stuff' but when you ask for a service, pay up front but don't expect anything on a reasonable timescale (ie MONTHS for something simple)

Where do I tick...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
20th Jan 2013, 12:22
Replies: 43
Views: 32,276
Posted By Fission

Any flying machine in the wrong hands, and...

Any flying machine in the wrong hands, and sometimes right hands can end badly.

Unloading the rotor system in one of these has the same effect as doing the same in a R22/R44/ Jetbox. Negative G...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
20th Jan 2013, 01:07
Replies: 51
Views: 8,596
Posted By Fission

Interesting. How bent must a machine be before...

Interesting. How bent must a machine be before it's classed as a crash ?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Jan 2013, 11:54
Replies: 51
Views: 8,596
Posted By Fission

There's an effin' loud alert that goes off when...

There's an effin' loud alert that goes off when the turbine fails - it's frighteningly similar to the sound of a piece of medical equipment ...... shame there's no audio from the on board camera.
...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Jan 2013, 11:42
Replies: 51
Views: 8,596
Posted By Fission

Welcome to the group of us that have a mismatch...

Welcome to the group of us that have a mismatch between take off and landings !
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th Jan 2013, 01:01
Replies: 396
Views: 90,459
Posted By Fission

Creampuff. How about the example of a Nav light...

Creampuff. How about the example of a Nav light failing on a day VFR helicopter operated under a class B schedule. Should that ground the helicopter ?

Is a marine radio a 'Passenger Convenience...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th Jan 2013, 00:28
Replies: 396
Views: 90,459
Posted By Fission

A CASA AWI not more that 2 months ago stated that...

A CASA AWI not more that 2 months ago stated that an aircraft cannot fly with an open defect in Part 2. It must be cleared or transferred to Part 1.

I'm not talking about passenger convenience...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
3rd Jan 2013, 23:24
Replies: 396
Views: 90,459
Posted By Fission

CASA Aviation Ruling 1/2004 clarifies what can...

CASA Aviation Ruling 1/2004 clarifies what can and can't be u/s for Charter / RPT flight ops.

You can go with certain items failed - consult your HAAMC if not sure :)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
4th Dec 2012, 00:12
Replies: 51
Views: 13,330
Posted By Fission

"It's easier to beg for forgiveness than ask for...

"It's easier to beg for forgiveness than ask for permission"

I understand that Mercy Flights don't permit cart blanche rule breaking, but provide an option when someone is in grave danger. What...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
30th Nov 2012, 03:07
Replies: 51
Views: 13,330
Posted By Fission

Although CASR 91.170 authorises the declaration...

Although CASR 91.170 authorises the declaration of a mercy flight, the pilot and operator remain bound by Civil Aviation Act Section 20A, which prohibits careless or reckless operations.

How does...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
30th Nov 2012, 02:03
Replies: 51
Views: 13,330
Posted By Fission

Mercy Flights

In a discussion over beers last night with other pilots we started exploring what flights one could conduct under a Mercy Flight category.

Given the situation that someone was going to die, and...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
17th Dec 2011, 01:21
Replies: 26
Views: 4,836
Posted By Fission

Tsk ! It's "User Pays" nothing in any...

Tsk !

It's "User Pays"

nothing in any reference to "User gets any service standards"


F
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
11th Dec 2011, 02:34
Replies: 26
Views: 4,836
Posted By Fission

Tick the box for Malaysian DCA too. The...

Tick the box for Malaysian DCA too.

The local guys deal with only specific rules and regulations, not 'interpretations'.

CASA still rates as a 'Most Difficult' regulatory organisation to deal...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
22nd Nov 2011, 02:43
Replies: 12
Views: 1,562
Posted By Fission

I died in a Sim Session once and I was very happy...

I died in a Sim Session once and I was very happy to still be alive.

As were my family...

Repeat after me....."V1 cuts in the real thing are a false economy"
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
9th Nov 2011, 05:43
Replies: 13
Views: 3,305
Posted By Fission

I have a front row seat, my popcorn and coffee. ...

I have a front row seat, my popcorn and coffee.

Unfortunately this isn't a show where everyone wins, especially when there are shareholders, governments, cultures, and egos at stake....
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
8th Nov 2011, 11:48
Replies: 13
Views: 3,305
Posted By Fission

Double Standards ?

I'm currently working on an AOC application in Asia.

The regulatory requirements include:


The key post holders shall be local.
The maintenance shall be done locally, by local companies.
...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
26th Jul 2011, 10:06
Replies: 12
Views: 1,469
Posted By Fission

Thanks guys - some good information to work with

Thanks guys - some good information to work with
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
26th Jul 2011, 07:04
Replies: 12
Views: 1,469
Posted By Fission

PLovett and zlin77, thanks for your input. Your...

PLovett and zlin77, thanks for your input. Your interpretation represents one of the accounts I've heard.

In that case, why the reference to 45-90 days for TSA clearance ?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
26th Jul 2011, 06:09
Replies: 24
Views: 14,372
Posted By Fission

Typical outcome when rules are written by...

Typical outcome when rules are written by lawyers. I would guess that a lawyer with (real world) pilot experience would be a rare product, though I do know they exist.

Getting them to apply...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
26th Jul 2011, 04:48
Replies: 12
Views: 1,469
Posted By Fission

Thanks for the comments gents. From where I'm...

Thanks for the comments gents. From where I'm sitting, I need to have either an FAA licence, or a Aus licence, with the Rating.

However, since I have no FAA licences whatsoever, I can't even go...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
26th Jul 2011, 03:56
Replies: 12
Views: 1,469
Posted By Fission

Cool 747 Classic Training with Aus ATPL

Has anyone recently got a 747 Classic Rating with an Aus ATPL?

I've been directed towards the USA, but I can't get a clear answer on whether the security requirements are going to give a 3 month...
Forum: Middle East
3rd Nov 2010, 06:18
Replies: 5
Views: 1,012
Posted By Fission

Ta for the medical info, now - anyone want...

Ta for the medical info,

now - anyone want that sterilisation ?? :E
Forum: Middle East
3rd Nov 2010, 04:02
Replies: 5
Views: 1,012
Posted By Fission

Aussie Medical in UAE

G'day,

I've followed the lady over here to RAK as she sets up a vet clinic.

I'm trying to keep up my Australian licence whilst I look for opportunities and my medical is due in a month - anyone...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
26th Jun 2010, 01:50
Replies: 17
Views: 4,587
Posted By Fission

I did the AVCATS earlier on in the year - nicely...

I did the AVCATS earlier on in the year - nicely put together course and the owner is most helpful if you have any queries.

I think the prices for all the 'Approved' online courses are similar.
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
29th Apr 2010, 22:17
Replies: 13
Views: 3,277
Posted By Fission

I do some casual flying for East Air. The...

I do some casual flying for East Air.

The aircraft are well maintained and the pilots look after them.
The pilots are happy with the rates of pay.
The owner looks after the pilots and respects...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
9th Apr 2010, 20:46
Replies: 22
Views: 3,411
Posted By Fission

FTDRK My (401) SE go-around was slightly...

FTDRK

My (401) SE go-around was slightly different. Prior to departure we discussed min height for go around. I reckoned 200'.
At 1200' in landing config with FULL flap he called go-around. At...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
9th Apr 2010, 00:23
Replies: 22
Views: 3,411
Posted By Fission

Thanks Chaps, some good leads, all organised .......

Thanks Chaps, some good leads, all organised ....

If I get through this relatively painlessly, there will be free beers!!

Fission


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Free Beer - Tomorrow
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th Apr 2010, 12:52
Replies: 22
Views: 3,411
Posted By Fission

Wow, Mike did my initial C441 endorsement a...

Wow,

Mike did my initial C441 endorsement a million years ago! Does he have his own school or is he independent ?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th Apr 2010, 02:11
Replies: 22
Views: 3,411
Posted By Fission

IR Renewal Townsville

Ok Chaps!

Mrs Fission has landed herself a cushy number up in sunny Townsville and I need to get current and flying again. I've had a year out of the air, but am experienced (5000+hrs).

Can...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th Aug 2009, 02:08
Replies: 13
Views: 2,735
Posted By Fission

I would suggest that it could be a good move...

I would suggest that it could be a good move considering the cost of parts of these machines, as well as shocking lead times. Also consider the NEW cost vs a REFURBISHED component, plus you have to...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
22nd Jan 2009, 01:46
Replies: 39
Views: 6,309
Posted By Fission

Rumour has it there is a Aus. Twotter for sale...

Rumour has it there is a Aus. Twotter for sale after a mining company pulled the plug on it at short notice. :oh:

Shame for the crew that were ramping up to fly a truly fantastic machine.
...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
6th Nov 2008, 02:21
Replies: 39
Views: 6,309
Posted By Fission

That new Twotter that has appeared on the...

That new Twotter that has appeared on the register is destined for WA and I know the operator is looking for experienced crew.

I guess that with a bit of experience in one then many exotic...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
31st Oct 2008, 01:28
Replies: 39
Views: 15,970
Posted By Fission

Spare a thought for us chopper drivers that have...

Spare a thought for us chopper drivers that have to carry jerries in order to make the distance. Naturally we offload the cans when we have passengers :O
I always fear not being able to get started...
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