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Forum: ATC Issues
18th Jun 2012, 09:00
Replies: 63
Views: 49,942
Posted By ToweringCu

Not a member. The union is the only organisation...

Not a member. The union is the only organisation that can negotiate with my employers. Better things to spend my money on.
Forum: ATC Issues
26th Jan 2012, 07:26
Replies: 22
Views: 2,932
Posted By ToweringCu

You were happy that you were a mile away, and...

You were happy that you were a mile away, and that was probably sufficient, but a mile on an ATC radar display wouldn't look like much at all.
Forum: ATC Issues
15th Sep 2011, 23:31
Replies: 10
Views: 5,584
Posted By ToweringCu

So they are looking for one ATCO then; not...

So they are looking for one ATCO then; not exactly wholesale changes.
Forum: ATC Issues
13th Sep 2011, 23:00
Replies: 2,329
Views: 433,429
Posted By ToweringCu

The Manchester Group awarded it's ATCOs a 2.5%...

The Manchester Group awarded it's ATCOs a 2.5% rise this year.
Forum: ATC Issues
13th Sep 2011, 18:03
Replies: 2,329
Views: 433,429
Posted By ToweringCu

Average pay rise this year in the private sector...

Average pay rise this year in the private sector is 2.5 percent, pay freeze for most public sector workers. Maybe we should compare our pay deals with those figures rather than RPI.
Forum: ATC Issues
22nd Apr 2011, 19:43
Replies: 2,329
Views: 433,429
Posted By ToweringCu

A lot of negative responses on here, which...

A lot of negative responses on here, which doesn't seem to reflect the reaction at work today. 5.2% this year is more than anyone actually expected and RPI next year isn't to be sniffed at either. ...
Forum: ATC Issues
27th Jan 2011, 13:35
Replies: 13
Views: 1,776
Posted By ToweringCu

I think the poster is referring to iFACTS, the...

I think the poster is referring to iFACTS, the system being introduced at Swanwick.
Forum: ATC Issues
15th Oct 2010, 20:57
Replies: 2,329
Views: 433,429
Posted By ToweringCu

Must be a different NATS to the one I work for. ...

Must be a different NATS to the one I work for. The NATS that employs me has area course grads holding all over the place because Swanwick and Prestwick can't fit their training in. The NATS I work...
Forum: ATC Issues
6th Oct 2010, 14:55
Replies: 23
Views: 4,575
Posted By ToweringCu

If one is at fl250 (indicating 252) and the other...

If one is at fl250 (indicating 252) and the other is at fl260 (indicating 258) then the controller still has 1000' separation, because both transponders are within tolerance.
Forum: ATC Issues
1st Oct 2010, 10:53
Replies: 68
Views: 10,328
Posted By ToweringCu

er... no, that doesn't cover it. You need...

er... no, that doesn't cover it. You need specific examples of losing their rag while controlling or not functioning as a team member while controlling. Whether someone is noisy and obnoxious in...
Forum: ATC Issues
29th Sep 2010, 18:34
Replies: 68
Views: 10,328
Posted By ToweringCu

There used to be a time when training reports...

There used to be a time when training reports were pretty much subjective; however, thankfully in NATS those days are gone. We have an objective driven training process with clearly defined...
Forum: ATC Issues
22nd Sep 2010, 18:24
Replies: 68
Views: 10,328
Posted By ToweringCu

I thought your assessment of 'thechevy' and his...

I thought your assessment of 'thechevy' and his post was spot on, Garibaldi; his second post just confirms it. Pretty much everyone who starts at the college has a preference for posting and there...
Forum: ATC Issues
20th Sep 2010, 10:39
Replies: 68
Views: 10,328
Posted By ToweringCu

If you want to work at the Prestwick Centre you...

If you want to work at the Prestwick Centre you will have to be chosen for the Area Course; you would have quite a good chance of this. You do get to specify a preference for posting at the end of...
Forum: ATC Issues
15th Sep 2010, 19:34
Replies: 2
Views: 2,050
Posted By ToweringCu

Yes, it's due to bandboxing. Rathlin east and...

Yes, it's due to bandboxing. Rathlin east and west are normally one sector and are quite often combined with the Central sector, which goes quite far to the nw of Benbecula.
Forum: ATC Issues
19th May 2010, 08:20
Replies: 6
Views: 1,611
Posted By ToweringCu

Piston engined aircraft and non-powered aircraft...

Piston engined aircraft and non-powered aircraft can fly VFR in No-fly zones. The following is from the CAA:

5.2 ATC and FIS Providers should not offer a service within a NFZ
unless the pilot is...
Forum: ATC Issues
25th Apr 2010, 20:16
Replies: 51
Views: 7,946
Posted By ToweringCu

Bugoutwest is right to be concerned about CAT...

Bugoutwest is right to be concerned about CAT flying outside CAS, in a busy part of the country, at levels used by light aircraft (including gliders). If CAS is available it should be used. Flying...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
21st Apr 2010, 16:29
Replies: 92
Views: 15,662
Posted By ToweringCu

So when did you get back from IAD?

So when did you get back from IAD?
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
17th Apr 2010, 20:28
Replies: 92
Views: 15,662
Posted By ToweringCu

Don't think you will be going anywhere by air...

Don't think you will be going anywhere by air Shogan. Winds are forecast to be northerly tomorrow and the ash cloud is expected to cover the whole of the UK. (It's going to be worse).
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
11th Apr 2010, 12:21
Replies: 18
Views: 3,992
Posted By ToweringCu

'Who said they used a aircraft incapable of...

'Who said they used a aircraft incapable of operating the route.'

The Captain said the aircraft was a 'light' airframe that was unable to take enough fuel, it was not unserviceable. Thankyou...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
10th Apr 2010, 17:36
Replies: 18
Views: 3,992
Posted By ToweringCu

My use of the term 'poor' may have been a bit...

My use of the term 'poor' may have been a bit hasty on a public forum, I'll just say that these two landings were the most uncomfortable and disturbing that I have experienced. As for whether...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
10th Apr 2010, 15:39
Replies: 18
Views: 3,992
Posted By ToweringCu

How do you know my remarks are without...

How do you know my remarks are without foundation? I have flown countless times and know a poor landing. The first one was on the left gear, bouncing onto the right and then back again. The second...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
10th Apr 2010, 11:00
Replies: 18
Views: 3,992
Posted By ToweringCu

Thomas Cook - The 'For Chrissakes what next?' thread: Fascinating Stuff

I flew back from Egypt to Glasgow on Thursday night, the ac was a B757-200. Once aboard we were told by the captain that, because this was a 'light' ac, it couldn't take enough fuel to actually make...
Forum: ATC Issues
3rd Jan 2010, 00:41
Replies: 27
Views: 3,506
Posted By ToweringCu

If neither are on a deconfliction service tell...

If neither are on a deconfliction service tell them about each other; separation is their responsibility. If one is on a deconfliction service then give him advice to avoid the other.
Forum: ATC Issues
30th Jul 2009, 20:52
Replies: 9
Views: 3,374
Posted By ToweringCu

You can fly through a MATZ with or without...

You can fly through a MATZ with or without speaking to, or getting a clearance from, ATC; so there is nothing illegal about crossing at 3000' or 2500'. There would be no harm in giving ATC a call...
Forum: ATC Issues
23rd Jul 2009, 17:28
Replies: 12
Views: 1,662
Posted By ToweringCu

Actual airspeed, ground speed, heading (not...

Actual airspeed, ground speed, heading (not track), selected FL/alt. Any, all or none of the first three can be chosen for display, selected FL is always displayed. Our collision warning is derived...
Forum: ATC Issues
17th May 2009, 21:21
Replies: 2,329
Views: 433,429
Posted By ToweringCu

'I do have a problem with returning it via...

'I do have a problem with returning it via outside postal service!!http://static.pprune.org/images/smilies/cwm13.gif'


Why?
Forum: ATC Issues
16th May 2009, 16:38
Replies: 3
Views: 1,164
Posted By ToweringCu

UK ANSP Pay Rises 2009

There is a long thread on this forum concerning NATS payrise for 2009/2010. Out of interest what pay offers have been negotiated for non-NATS ATCOs for this year? If any?
Forum: ATC Issues
14th May 2009, 08:05
Replies: 66
Views: 8,601
Posted By ToweringCu

2-3% is a proper payrise in the current economic...

2-3% is a proper payrise in the current economic climate.
Forum: ATC Issues
18th Mar 2009, 17:43
Replies: 2,329
Views: 433,429
Posted By ToweringCu

What was the offer?

What was the offer?
Forum: ATC Issues
9th Mar 2009, 09:11
Replies: 44
Views: 6,925
Posted By ToweringCu

At times when it is less busy, yes, it can become...

At times when it is less busy, yes, it can become boring and repetitive. This is when there is a danger of mistakes happening.
Forum: ATC Issues
19th Dec 2008, 21:51
Replies: 2,029
Views: 217,212
Posted By ToweringCu

I would hazard a guess that a large proportion of...

I would hazard a guess that a large proportion of those that did not vote were in their mid 50s and, rightly or wrongly, decided that the proposals would have little or no effect on their retirement....
Forum: ATC Issues
6th Nov 2008, 08:37
Replies: 2,029
Views: 217,212
Posted By ToweringCu

Radarspod

If you joined NATS after summer 2001, then you will not have an excellent pension; within a matter of a few years you will be transferred to the new scheme. If you will be retiring in more than...
Forum: ATC Issues
15th Oct 2008, 21:25
Replies: 2,029
Views: 217,212
Posted By ToweringCu

The main aim of management was to start winding...

The main aim of management was to start winding up the pension scheme by closing it to new employees. What's been added on (and appears to be attracting most outrage) is the cap on pensionable pay...
Forum: ATC Issues
25th Sep 2008, 09:47
Replies: 2,029
Views: 217,212
Posted By ToweringCu

Pension contribution is 6%, so I guess salary and...

Pension contribution is 6%, so I guess salary and pension would be reduced by the same.
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