PPRuNe Forums - Search Results
PPRuNe Forums

Go Back  PPRuNe Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Wikiposts
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Search: Posts Made By: cowpatz
Showing results 1 to 24 of 24
Search took 0.00 seconds.
Forum: Tech Log
3rd Oct 2015, 23:12
Replies: 14
Views: 2,990
Posted By cowpatz

Is there a definitive waypoint on the approach...

Is there a definitive waypoint on the approach whereby it transitions to the 'On approach mode"? Is it when sequencing the first waypoint associated with the approach ie. As selected from the without...
Forum: Tech Log
1st Oct 2015, 20:04
Replies: 14
Views: 2,990
Posted By cowpatz

Thanks for that. Is my interpretation of the VNAV...

Thanks for that. Is my interpretation of the VNAV logic correct in that if you are descending in VNAV SPD for an RNAV approach and your vertical track is approximating the calculated path and you...
Forum: Tech Log
1st Oct 2015, 04:28
Replies: 14
Views: 2,990
Posted By cowpatz

744 'On approach mode'

Can any current 744 pilot tell me what happens to the MCP speed window when descending in VNAV SPD pitch mode and the aircraft then enters the "On approach mode" condition whereby the pitch modes...
Forum: Tech Log
23rd Sep 2015, 08:23
Replies: 29
Views: 6,478
Posted By cowpatz

As mentioned above, some programs even have lower...

As mentioned above, some programs even have lower speeds coded in on the LEGS page which is handy to prevent the power surge when you select VNAV and the speed window closes just prior to the FF...
Forum: Tech Log
23rd Sep 2015, 05:13
Replies: 29
Views: 6,478
Posted By cowpatz

Assume that it is below 10,000ft so the 240/10000...

Assume that it is below 10,000ft so the 240/10000 speed restriction would be active on the descent page. I know that the autothrottle will protect the speed going below min manoeuvring but I'm not...
Forum: Tech Log
23rd Sep 2015, 03:47
Replies: 29
Views: 6,478
Posted By cowpatz

Why not? Might be positioning on an RNAV arrival...

Why not? Might be positioning on an RNAV arrival for an approach.
It is the behaviour of the speed bug in VNAV PTH, when selecting flap, that I'm interested in.
Forum: Tech Log
23rd Sep 2015, 03:24
Replies: 29
Views: 6,478
Posted By cowpatz

744 speed logic

The 744 FCTM states that speed should be manually controlled when on approach and this requires use of speed intervene.
The question I have is if you are positioning on base leg in VNAV PTH and...
Forum: Rumours & News
18th Jan 2008, 11:15
Replies: 949
Views: 424,840
Posted By cowpatz

Does anyone know what spec Av fuel is uplifted...

Does anyone know what spec Av fuel is uplifted out of Bejing?
The temps enroute were very low with -73 degrees OAT at around 35,000 ft.
Our fuel temp got as low as -43 degrees C but we had Jet...
Forum: Rumours & News
18th Jan 2008, 06:35
Replies: 949
Views: 424,840
Posted By cowpatz

Just a couple of observations as we arrived on...

Just a couple of observations as we arrived on 27R some 40 min or so after the 777 mishap on 27L.
There was convective activity in the area.
ATIS was giving either moderate or severe icing at...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
11th Aug 2007, 16:06
Replies: 3
Views: 1,273
Posted By cowpatz

I quite agree. I am just curious as to why this...

I quite agree. I am just curious as to why this airway is regularly closed. I have heard all sorts of stories as to why but would like to know if anyone knows a little more.
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
11th Aug 2007, 09:43
Replies: 3
Views: 1,273
Posted By cowpatz

B215 Airway closure - China

Can anyone explain why this particular airway can be closed at short notice or have significant alt restrictions placed on it? I presume it is associated with military operations but why is this...
Forum: Tech Log
9th Jan 2007, 21:53
Replies: 7
Views: 1,675
Posted By cowpatz

Company fuel policies - 747

Just doing a little research on various operators fuel policies with regards to the 747-400. If you are able could you please post or PM what your airline's policy is ie A to B +5% contingency plus...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
10th Nov 2006, 01:21
Replies: 36
Views: 6,206
Posted By cowpatz

Interesting standard operating...

Interesting standard operating procedure..................smell fuel in the cabin and shut an engine down..............hhhhmmmmm let me see Ennie, meenie, mynie, moe.........:D
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
9th Nov 2006, 19:11
Replies: 44
Views: 5,786
Posted By cowpatz

Enlightenment

Anyone care to shed a litttle light on what is done over those 4 days? Seems excessive and signs of an unrestrained HR division.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
6th Nov 2006, 20:31
Replies: 9
Views: 1,787
Posted By cowpatz

Surely that is 43 flights weekly. ANZ's schedule...

Surely that is 43 flights weekly. ANZ's schedule wouldn't see it do that many Tasman flights a day let alone have 43 empty.
Forum: Tech Log
20th Aug 2006, 23:16
Replies: 3
Views: 1,028
Posted By cowpatz

Dont worry guys I have found my old notes. Many...

Dont worry guys I have found my old notes. Many thanks.
Forum: Tech Log
17th Aug 2006, 08:16
Replies: 3
Views: 1,028
Posted By cowpatz

F27 prop schematic

Hi there,
Would anyone have the prop circuit diagrams for the F27 500 series or know where there is a site that might have them?
Thanks
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
5th May 2006, 09:16
Replies: 6
Views: 1,114
Posted By cowpatz

The best

Gidday H1tman.
Precision manuals have announced that they are to produce an airbus simulator program. They currently have a few B1900, B747-400 Pax and F versions. Their programs use FS2004 as the...
Forum: ATC Issues
28th Apr 2006, 19:20
Replies: 10
Views: 2,162
Posted By cowpatz

Thanks for responding Avrprox and I hear what you...

Thanks for responding Avrprox and I hear what you say. The testing of datalink on the Atlantic has so far taken in excess of 3 years if my memory serves me correctly. This is just plan ...
Forum: ATC Issues
27th Apr 2006, 20:40
Replies: 10
Views: 2,162
Posted By cowpatz

Grrr Yes the ocean is a procedural environment; just...

Yes the ocean is a procedural environment; just like any other controlled piece of sky we operate in. You seem to have missed the point here. A flight plan is filed which includes a full routing...
Forum: ATC Issues
27th Apr 2006, 10:44
Replies: 10
Views: 2,162
Posted By cowpatz

Atlantic clearances.....why?

Can anybody tell me why we keep having to go through this hoohaa of getting an oceanic clearance and then having to read back all the lats and longs (if on a random route) or a TMI on the Nats? It...
Forum: Tech Log
27th Apr 2006, 09:59
Replies: 22
Views: 5,252
Posted By cowpatz

The FD is now correct. Further more, like the...

The FD is now correct. Further more, like the real aircraft, you can change the style of FD.
We have a mix of RR and GE aircraft. The GE's have autostart and the RR's dont. Big potential for a...
Forum: Tech Log
22nd Apr 2006, 19:10
Replies: 22
Views: 5,252
Posted By cowpatz

Thanks for the replies. Just to clear up one...

Thanks for the replies.
Just to clear up one point. We are talking about autostart and not a normal manual start. During an autostart sequence pulling the start switch does nothing until the fuel...
Forum: Tech Log
22nd Apr 2006, 09:18
Replies: 22
Views: 5,252
Posted By cowpatz

747 autostart

As if I dont spend too much time flying I am mucking around with a computer flight Sim package called 747 Queen of the skies. It is the most accurate 747 flt sim yet developed and includes a fully...
Showing results 1 to 24 of 24


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.