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Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
28th Jun 2015, 13:00
Replies: 3,499
Views: 1,335,130
Posted By Fenders

Not forgetting ONA, Trans International, Saturn,...

Not forgetting ONA, Trans International, Saturn, World Airways, Capital Airways and maybe a couple of others I have forgotten.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
10th Sep 2014, 16:56
Replies: 13
Views: 10,871
Posted By Fenders

The wingless Comet (GAPMB) at Gatwick was last...

The wingless Comet (GAPMB) at Gatwick was last flown by Dan Air and retired in 1978 ish.
She was acquired by Gatwick Handling and was painted white and had her wings clipped so that it could be used...
Forum: ATC Issues
2nd Jul 2014, 20:49
Replies: 19
Views: 6,346
Posted By Fenders

I think the tower and terminal at Shoreham was...

I think the tower and terminal at Shoreham was built in the 30's.
Beautiful Art Deco building.
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
10th Feb 2014, 09:07
Replies: 15
Views: 2,609
Posted By Fenders

The windmill was taken down and re-assembled next...

The windmill was taken down and re-assembled next to the zoo at Charlwood.
The zoo has since sadly closed but the windmill is still there.

As mentioned above I recall the stories about the ATC...
Forum: ATC Issues
13th Jan 2014, 19:08
Replies: 18
Views: 3,008
Posted By Fenders

The runway state is always reported on the ATIS. ...

The runway state is always reported on the ATIS.
During routine runway inspections the surface state is reported to ATC.
This information is then broadcast on the ATIS. If the surface state is not...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
27th Oct 2013, 09:14
Replies: 3,499
Views: 1,335,130
Posted By Fenders

That will be hangar 6 which was the old Laker...

That will be hangar 6 which was the old Laker Airways engineering facility.
When Laker ceased trading around 1983??, BCAL took over the premises. BCAL was then absorbed by BA who have used the...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
5th Sep 2013, 20:45
Replies: 28
Views: 9,286
Posted By Fenders

I seem to recall many years ago seeing the...

I seem to recall many years ago seeing the occasional Harrier making ILS approaches to Gatwick then going around before returning to Dunsfold as part of their final per delivery checks.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
14th Jul 2013, 18:28
Replies: 3,499
Views: 1,335,130
Posted By Fenders

New airfield Ops.

New airfield Ops.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
31st May 2013, 06:57
Replies: 30
Views: 6,319
Posted By Fenders

This has been around for a long time. If memory...

This has been around for a long time. If memory serves me correctly back in the 1980's Air Europe used this system for many years. During the summer months Air Europe would receive a couple of...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
7th May 2010, 16:53
Replies: 18
Views: 4,528
Posted By Fenders

The Cubana left at around 1230 today for Moscow.

The Cubana left at around 1230 today for Moscow.
Forum: Rumours & News
25th Oct 2009, 19:44
Replies: 29
Views: 12,099
Posted By Fenders

Remember on several occasions seeing a WardAir...

Remember on several occasions seeing a WardAir B747 carrying a 5th engine when operating into/out of Gatwick many moons ago.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
18th Jul 2009, 15:14
Replies: 13
Views: 1,744
Posted By Fenders

Skipness, 60 is correct. Although our...

Skipness,

60 is correct. Although our numbers have fallen they are still fairly respectable taking into consideration the following:
Open skies last summer enabled AA, COA, to move to Heathrow....
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
16th Jul 2009, 10:32
Replies: 13
Views: 1,744
Posted By Fenders

Talking One day last week, can't remember which one, we...

One day last week, can't remember which one, we actually did 60. This is a record for Gatters.
Daily record stands at 895 from last summer.
Forum: Questions
12th Feb 2009, 04:40
Replies: 13
Views: 6,600
Posted By Fenders

At some airfields a system of alternate...

At some airfields a system of alternate orange/green lights (RETILS) are displayed extending from the runway centreline to the next available high speed turnoff (rapid exit taxiway) which provides...
Forum: Questions
20th Nov 2008, 17:57
Replies: 10
Views: 4,647
Posted By Fenders

EasyJet A319's been doing it for a while out of...

EasyJet A319's been doing it for a while out of LGW. Don't know if that happens elsewhere.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
16th Oct 2008, 18:00
Replies: 9
Views: 4,217
Posted By Fenders

JonF For trans Atlantic flights from Europe...

JonF

For trans Atlantic flights from Europe ( i.e. westbound) the crews will make contact with Shanwick for an oceanic entry time at a given fix.
For those that are departing from airfields...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
10th Oct 2008, 05:54
Replies: 9
Views: 4,217
Posted By Fenders

The important thing to remember is that is it...

The important thing to remember is that is it easier to create/manage the separation of aircraft before they become airbourne rather than when they are flying. It avoids unnecessary bunching at...
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
2nd Sep 2008, 20:52
Replies: 134
Views: 26,074
Posted By Fenders

Bagmanlgw, I fully respect what you have...

Bagmanlgw,

I fully respect what you have said and maybe my posting may have been read out of context. I wasn't suggesting that people were sitting around. I believe that the way the industry is...
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
1st Sep 2008, 17:55
Replies: 134
Views: 26,074
Posted By Fenders

All the best in the future to all the Aviance...

All the best in the future to all the Aviance guys at Gatwick. You've been a great team.

Already you guys were being missed last night, as we had several diverts from LHR, including an Austrian...
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd Apr 2008, 16:27
Replies: 16
Views: 7,795
Posted By Fenders

As was stated by Speedrestriction, the aircraft...

As was stated by Speedrestriction, the aircraft wasn't a 195. It was a 145 and diverted into Gatters having departed Southamton.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
9th Apr 2008, 10:02
Replies: 99
Views: 31,391
Posted By Fenders

BLFA came in this morning and is now sat on stand...

BLFA came in this morning and is now sat on stand 150.
Forum: Rumours & News
28th Nov 2007, 19:15
Replies: 63
Views: 25,253
Posted By Fenders

Blink182 Thanks for sharing those fotos. Damage...

Blink182 Thanks for sharing those fotos. Damage looks very extensive. I suppose there is even more internal damage.
Forum: Rumours & News
28th Nov 2007, 08:06
Replies: 63
Views: 25,253
Posted By Fenders

Its interesting what Rainboe has said. A...

Its interesting what Rainboe has said.
A similar incident happened on night in 2003with a BA 734 GDOCO where the aircraft was being towed by a towbarless tug and as it tried to turn onto stand the...
Forum: Rumours & News
24th Nov 2007, 08:31
Replies: 63
Views: 25,253
Posted By Fenders

Wannabe Biggles, Thanks for that. Didn't...

Wannabe Biggles,

Thanks for that. Didn't bother looking at anything else on the aircraft. Just concentrated on the gaping hole in its fuselage.
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd Nov 2007, 18:53
Replies: 63
Views: 25,253
Posted By Fenders

Whoops, my mistake. Mis identified.

Whoops, my mistake. Mis identified.
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd Nov 2007, 18:36
Replies: 63
Views: 25,253
Posted By Fenders

Bent Fly Star at LGW

Noticed an Astreaus B738, GSTRH, at LGW today with 3 very large gashes in the front starboard fuselage.
Guess it may have been struck by a vehicle. Looks an expensive repair.
Last seen heading for...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
9th Nov 2007, 16:05
Replies: 7
Views: 1,479
Posted By Fenders

I experienced a similar problem in that I was...

I experienced a similar problem in that I was only allowed 1 item of cabin baggage, so carrying a separate camera case was out of the question.
I have bought a Lowepro rucksack that has 2...
Forum: Rumours & News
3rd Nov 2007, 20:21
Replies: 4
Views: 3,694
Posted By Fenders

Jetset Manchester to Palma diverted into...

Jetset Manchester to Palma diverted into Gattters, airconditioning problem.

Parked on 135 and pax transfered to B757 on stand 101.
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
7th Jun 2007, 17:05
Replies: 3
Views: 949
Posted By Fenders

Thanks for your replies. All seems ok now. ...

Thanks for your replies.

All seems ok now.

Fenders
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
6th Jun 2007, 19:37
Replies: 3
Views: 949
Posted By Fenders

Cannot open webpage as cookies not enabled!

Been searching for a while to resolve the above problem.
What happens is that when I try to access the British Airways website I am met with the following:
"Error message: cannot open Webpage...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
24th May 2007, 17:09
Replies: 52
Views: 14,884
Posted By Fenders

Talking DC6 at Gatwick

Just heard that a DC6 is expected at Gatwick tonight. I think its eta is 2100 and it is night stopping.
Does anyone have any more info?

Fenders:)
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
18th May 2007, 16:53
Replies: 145
Views: 98,328
Posted By Fenders

The runway at Tangmere was dug up a few years...

The runway at Tangmere was dug up a few years ago. All that appears to remain are the old control tower building and the excellent museum. I think part of the airfield has been developed into...
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
6th May 2007, 14:44
Replies: 2
Views: 1,129
Posted By Fenders

SG1 Thanks for the info. Fenders

SG1

Thanks for the info.

Fenders
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
2nd May 2007, 07:49
Replies: 2
Views: 1,129
Posted By Fenders

BA Hub Controller

Can anyone shed some light on what a Hub Controller does at BA?
From what I gather it is similar to a dispatchers job.
Thanks in advance

Fenders:ok:
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
1st Mar 2007, 16:46
Replies: 13
Views: 3,093
Posted By Fenders

Menzies at LGW

Heard a rumour that Menzies are hoping to start handling services at LGW in the spring. Also heard that they have secured the EasyJet contract there. Has anyone heard anymore on this?

Fenders
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