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Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
17th Jun 2007, 07:19
Replies: 64
Views: 10,055
Posted By M.25

I don’t think they are lowering the bar -...

I don’t think they are lowering the bar - although at first glance it might seem that way. I think they have made the change to prevent lowering the bar.

They are now allowing people to apply...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
17th Jun 2007, 03:32
Replies: 64
Views: 10,055
Posted By M.25

There are many skills that are much more relevant...

There are many skills that are much more relevant to flying an aircraft than yr 12 physics - most of which could not be taught by any school or uni. Some people need to get over themselves.
...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
13th May 2007, 03:11
Replies: 92
Views: 15,611
Posted By M.25

404 is correct. By halving the minimum...

404 is correct.

By halving the minimum requirements they have doubled the rate at which GA can pump out applicants who meet them.

Pilot shortage? What pilot shortage?!
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
7th May 2007, 02:24
Replies: 32
Views: 6,825
Posted By M.25

I wonder how long it will be before jetstar have...

I wonder how long it will be before jetstar have to lower their 2000hr requirement - although I think they would have plenty of applicants if they dropped the requirement to pay for your own...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th May 2007, 02:06
Replies: 14
Views: 2,056
Posted By M.25

If you do some research you will find that there...

If you do some research you will find that there are companies that don’t require you to buy endorsements. I would try to get a job with one of these companies first. I think being on the spot is...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Feb 2007, 02:32
Replies: 74
Views: 10,486
Posted By M.25

Plus you will be missing out on some of the most...

Plus you will be missing out on some of the most rewarding and memorable flying of your career. Yes it gets hot and smelly, but everyone comes out with some great stories and invaluable experience to...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
11th Feb 2007, 09:58
Replies: 22
Views: 3,374
Posted By M.25

The CAO references above are for low capacity...

The CAO references above are for low capacity RPT. High capacity RPT is under CAO 82.5 (http://www.casa.gov.au/download/orders/cao82/8205.pdf).

I can’t see a requirement for any multi PIC.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
29th Jan 2007, 00:24
Replies: 61
Views: 9,201
Posted By M.25

Thats if they can meet the minimum experience...

Thats if they can meet the minimum experience requirements for GA.:E
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
23rd Jan 2007, 00:11
Replies: 80
Views: 13,305
Posted By M.25

So where will the future captains come from if...

So where will the future captains come from if they use cadets in the RHS?
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
10th Dec 2006, 01:06
Replies: 87
Views: 12,385
Posted By M.25

I agree with gassed budgie on this. There are...

I agree with gassed budgie on this. There are certainly some interesting suggestions here though!


Why should crossing the fence at 120kts cause a wheelbarrow landing?

There are many reasons...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
29th Nov 2006, 06:43
Replies: 17
Views: 2,216
Posted By M.25

I would agree but it is strange that they ask for...

I would agree but it is strange that they ask for all those requirements, yet don't ask for any hours or experience?

It seems more like someone who doesn't want to endorse anyone and doesn't want...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
28th Nov 2006, 02:54
Replies: 44
Views: 7,004
Posted By M.25

I don’t think the flying schools tell people how...

I don’t think the flying schools tell people how it really is. If they did very few people would learn to fly.

You have to look at the big picture. A 21 year old tradesman on 150k a year not...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
23rd Nov 2006, 05:00
Replies: 36
Views: 6,237
Posted By M.25

I think its more of a minor mistake with major...

I think its more of a minor mistake with major consequences! Just a little bit harder to hide than forgetting the cowl flaps!
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
23rd Nov 2006, 04:49
Replies: 31
Views: 3,485
Posted By M.25

Good question, but my question is this; If...

Good question, but my question is this;

If a charter guy with 2000hrs and 600multi (all IFR) decided that he wanted to start instructing, could he walk into the flying school and expect to teach...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Nov 2006, 00:33
Replies: 50
Views: 5,634
Posted By M.25

Exactly - and nobody knows that this isn't...

Exactly - and nobody knows that this isn't exactly what he meant by "ILS style approach". That is my point. He didn't mention anything about a 3 degree approach angle. (although a 3 degree profile...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
18th Nov 2006, 08:45
Replies: 50
Views: 5,634
Posted By M.25

Given that the fella is at ab-initio stage and...

Given that the fella is at ab-initio stage and has probably never flown an ILS, you have to wonder what he actually means by "ILS style approach".

If he means being stabilised by a given height...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
6th Nov 2006, 00:17
Replies: 46
Views: 6,672
Posted By M.25

In the best interests of your propeller…. ...

In the best interests of your propeller….

When operating on a gravel/loose surface always try to keep moving with minimum power - ESPECIALLY with a tailwind. Try to make all turns into wind -...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
29th Sep 2006, 10:43
Replies: 7
Views: 969
Posted By M.25

Nope. Spend your money on something a little more...

Nope. Spend your money on something a little more useful. Some 200 series time or a common multi endorsement would be much more useful. I don't think I have ever seen "pressurisation endorsement" as...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
25th Sep 2006, 03:09
Replies: 70
Views: 11,495
Posted By M.25

This would have to be a good thing for GA, but...

This would have to be a good thing for GA, but you have to wonder what it will do to the profession of airline pilot. Schools will be able to churn out airline ready (?!) pilots in 12-18 months. How...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
21st Sep 2006, 02:16
Replies: 16
Views: 12,679
Posted By M.25

I wouldn't mention anything that the testing...

I wouldn't mention anything that the testing officer doesn't ask. Answer questions clearly but don't go into any unnecessary detail. You might just be trying to be professional and prove how much you...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
19th Sep 2006, 01:15
Replies: 53
Views: 6,819
Posted By M.25

If there ever is a shortage, it will be because...

If there ever is a shortage, it will be because the risk/work vs reward ratio has become ridiculous (we are already starting to see this trend). This is obviously not a good thing. There is a very...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
17th Sep 2006, 01:38
Replies: 31
Views: 4,706
Posted By M.25

I also know people who have got into QANTAS after...

I also know people who have got into QANTAS after doing these courses. If you get offered skills/psych/sim testing and perform at the top of your class, there is no reason why they wouldn't offer you...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
16th Sep 2006, 09:09
Replies: 53
Views: 6,819
Posted By M.25

Regardless of the entry criteria, it takes a...

Regardless of the entry criteria, it takes a certain level of intelligence to gain an ATPL and consistently pass the flight checks and renewals. The people that don't know what they are doing don't...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th Sep 2006, 09:18
Replies: 12
Views: 1,082
Posted By M.25

The reason that you may have seen both answers is...

The reason that you may have seen both answers is probably due to the effect of wind. In nil wind the glide range will be the same (assuming the best glide speed (AoA) for the given weight is held). ...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
7th Sep 2006, 03:17
Replies: 6
Views: 1,401
Posted By M.25

Western Australian Aviation College...

Western Australian Aviation College (http://www.waaviationcollege.com.au)
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
1st Sep 2006, 00:17
Replies: 16
Views: 2,465
Posted By M.25

Two problems that I have witnessed people...

Two problems that I have witnessed people encounter while taking leave for an initial CIR are:

Commencing training before they had the IREX exam passed. I would definitely pass the exam before...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
31st Aug 2006, 23:58
Replies: 29
Views: 3,629
Posted By M.25

I would definitely go for the cheapest option....

I would definitely go for the cheapest option. When you walk out the door with 170hrs and a fresh CPL no employer is going to give a ****e whether you did your abinitio in a 152 or 172. They are both...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
31st Aug 2006, 08:05
Replies: 51
Views: 6,514
Posted By M.25

I might comment that over the last week or so I...

I might comment that over the last week or so I have heard many occasions where not enough was read back, and in one case nothing was read back. Once the controller had to repeat the whole clearance...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
31st Aug 2006, 07:44
Replies: 93
Views: 22,932
Posted By M.25

If there was anywhere near a pilot shortage, the...

If there was anywhere near a pilot shortage, the RFDS would lower their minimum requirements and asses each application on a case by case basis. To not even consider an application from someone with...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Aug 2006, 12:07
Replies: 38
Views: 19,431
Posted By M.25

Being a GA pilot, I am guessing that ct2k's car...

Being a GA pilot, I am guessing that ct2k's car is between 15 and 30 years older than yours!
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Aug 2006, 09:16
Replies: 38
Views: 19,431
Posted By M.25

Some good advice above. I will repeat what a...

Some good advice above.
I will repeat what a couple of others have said, don’t drive at night!! (I made that mistake once:eek: ) Also avoid the temptation to put the foot down when you get to the...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
15th Aug 2006, 08:23
Replies: 43
Views: 9,501
Posted By M.25

Just another thought... If considering this...

Just another thought...

If considering this technique for an aircraft used in commercial operations, the loss of TAS cannot be ignored. If you are flying privately you might have no problem...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
14th Aug 2006, 05:49
Replies: 43
Views: 9,501
Posted By M.25

Chimbu, My point was not intending to get...

Chimbu,

My point was not intending to get into the technicalities of it all, but rather to suggest that operating LOP requires careful and precise leaning techniques, and gauges slightly more...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
13th Aug 2006, 03:30
Replies: 43
Views: 9,501
Posted By M.25

Whilst there has been plenty of evidence...

Whilst there has been plenty of evidence published suggesting that operating LOP is good for your engine (and it probably is), I think it is obvious that you must be MUCH more careful when operating...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
12th Aug 2006, 05:11
Replies: 12
Views: 1,578
Posted By M.25

.......and operators that offer low pay rates can...

.......and operators that offer low pay rates can expect a high turnover. It's a vicious circle.:hmm:
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