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Forum: Military Aviation
13th Dec 2013, 17:12
Replies: 12
Views: 4,224
Posted By JP1

For Prudence it was not a happy landing in the...

For Prudence it was not a happy landing in the end...

Patricia Cutts - The Private Life and Times of Patricia Cutts. Patricia Cutts Pictures....
Forum: Military Aviation
3rd Jun 2012, 12:29
Replies: 108
Views: 27,710
Posted By JP1

This thread has reminded me of being beaten up by...

This thread has reminded me of being beaten up by a Puma sometime in the summer of '91 (possibly '92).

I was driving my new XR2, sunroof open, windows down and I think about 95mph (pushing 100) on...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
13th May 2012, 12:09
Replies: 91
Views: 39,532
Posted By JP1

I too, like most people, was interested in the...

I too, like most people, was interested in the human element to this story. Looking at the photos it's quite poignant to think that the last person to manipulate the flight control was the RAF pilot...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
5th May 2012, 17:12
Replies: 91
Views: 39,532
Posted By JP1

Is there any news yet on the fate of the pilot??

Is there any news yet on the fate of the pilot??
Forum: Private Flying
11th Dec 2011, 18:58
Replies: 53
Views: 7,677
Posted By JP1

A GP esacped a warning after he flew a plane too...

A GP esacped a warning after he flew a plane too low over a built-up residential area without a valid pilot (http://www.warringtonguardian.co.uk/news/9072986.Low_flying_doctor_escapes_medical_rap/)
...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Dec 2011, 18:49
Replies: 53
Views: 7,677
Posted By JP1

Can you unintentionally fly at 300ft over a built...

Can you unintentionally fly at 300ft over a built up area and enter class D airspace without clearance 5 times in the course of 1 flight!

Anyone have the real story behind this?
Forum: Military Aviation
11th Dec 2011, 18:22
Replies: 34
Views: 6,690
Posted By JP1

This trial is described in the book "Spitfire - A...

This trial is described in the book "Spitfire - A complete Fighting History" by Alfred Price.

The conclusion was that the Spitfire offered a poor target for the Lightning's infra-red missiles and...
Forum: Rumours & News
17th Nov 2011, 10:45
Replies: 74
Views: 46,186
Posted By JP1

I'd like to know more about the Cathay Pacific...

I'd like to know more about the Cathay Pacific incident. Sounds as though a sticky situation that ended happily should be discussed more:)
Forum: Military Aviation
24th Aug 2011, 21:55
Replies: 36
Views: 14,603
Posted By JP1

Sharpend, I'd like to say thank you for...

Sharpend,

I'd like to say thank you for posting your story and photographs. Obviously I appreciate the event had a major impact on your RAF career and personal life and was a life changing event,...
Forum: Private Flying
1st Jul 2011, 05:56
Replies: 23
Views: 8,811
Posted By JP1

mikeyc1985, 1 Post, has a favourable post...

mikeyc1985, 1 Post, has a favourable post about said School

Uncle Ray, 1 Post, has a favourable post about said School. Also is a veteran of 25 years on the flying scene but has not felt...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Jun 2011, 21:21
Replies: 49
Views: 5,035
Posted By JP1

"... asking them to spend 12 hours and the rest...

"... asking them to spend 12 hours and the rest at a gliding site in the summer with chocolate bars and soft drinks in a cool box and a nice dry patch of grass for significant other to sit on with...
Forum: Private Flying
17th May 2011, 20:28
Replies: 16
Views: 3,224
Posted By JP1

Early days of fixed wing left hand circuits...

Early days of fixed wing left hand circuits adopted as "norm" probably due to engine torque effects with large radials.

Aircraft carriers come along and control tower placed on starboard side to...
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Jan 2011, 14:03
Replies: 191
Views: 159,178
Posted By JP1

Since this thread had been resurrected, I will...

Since this thread had been resurrected, I will add that time to solo is also dependent upon the era in which you learnt to fly.

Pre-war/wartime having no H&S culture probably knocked 5+ hours off...
Forum: Private Flying
12th Jan 2011, 20:12
Replies: 50
Views: 6,248
Posted By JP1

When I use to fly gliders from Farnborough (and...

When I use to fly gliders from Farnborough (and operate the radio when on the ground) I was once called up by a hot air balloon and 2 Sea Kings transiting the area!!
Forum: Private Flying
13th Dec 2010, 20:46
Replies: 39
Views: 5,059
Posted By JP1

My advise.... Have a look at Old Sarum ...

My advise....

Have a look at Old Sarum

Old Sarum Flying School (http://www.flysarum.com/osfs/)

Join as a Pilot Club member and you can fly a very new AT3 for £124.

One thing to...
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd Oct 2010, 13:18
Replies: 102
Views: 43,160
Posted By JP1

I am not sure why there are so many Yank bashing...

I am not sure why there are so many Yank bashing posts in this thread!

The issue here is that they were Law enforcement officers who had been asked to intervene by the crew of the aircraft, and...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Aug 2010, 21:21
Replies: 29
Views: 8,225
Posted By JP1

I assume that's a NO then ! (15 months later)

I assume that's a NO then ! (15 months later)
Forum: Medical & Health
26th Jul 2010, 09:11
Replies: 16
Views: 24,122
Posted By JP1

I had this issue once in the RAF IAM...

I had this issue once in the RAF IAM decompression chamber many years back, when I was a lot younger and very fit.

If I remember correctly we were descending from 25,000 feet at around 4000 fpm....
Forum: Private Flying
14th Jun 2010, 21:51
Replies: 4
Views: 2,822
Posted By JP1

Spitfire Cruise Speed

Only 96 hours in the log book, but I am slowly building up those interesting sights that one sees from in the air.

I have now had the pleasure of formation ducks flying over me at 4000ft, a small...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
8th May 2010, 15:48
Replies: 5
Views: 2,296
Posted By JP1

What's the point of Easy Jet flight checker??

Hi,

During the last episode of UK flight disruptions due to VA, even though all of UK airspace had closed down, Easyjet was showing on it's website all UK flights on time!!

Today again it...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
28th Nov 2009, 19:22
Replies: 112
Views: 42,422
Posted By JP1

Hawker Hunter London Bridge (II)

Having read this thread some time ago I came across this article:

Jever Steam Laundry - 4 Sqn personnel Pollock 004 (http://www.rafjever.org/4sqnper004.htm)


I like the letter to the editor...
Forum: Private Flying
14th Nov 2009, 15:38
Replies: 32
Views: 6,690
Posted By JP1

Who picks up the retrieval costs? Is this covered...

Who picks up the retrieval costs? Is this covered by insurance?
Forum: Private Flying
24th Oct 2009, 20:24
Replies: 118
Views: 16,920
Posted By JP1

If you read the comments below the video, the...

If you read the comments below the video, the Youtube poster and the guy with the video camera have made comments.

They are simply (3) friends of the guy having a ride in the L-39 and went in the...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Aug 2009, 20:55
Replies: 1
Views: 597
Posted By JP1

Flying in Almeria?

Hi,

I was wondering if anyone is flying from Almeria during the dates 29th August- 8th September.

I notice that there is very little GA at the airport and I am not aware of any local flying...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Jul 2009, 16:19
Replies: 23
Views: 15,219
Posted By JP1

How is cost determined from a Hobbs Meter

Hi,

Can someone be kind enough to answer a question about Hobbs meters.

I have never really understood how charging works when based on a Hobbs meter. Or more accurately how to compare rental...
Forum: Private Flying
7th May 2009, 21:51
Replies: 29
Views: 8,225
Posted By JP1

The one I found most intriguing was "Student...

The one I found most intriguing was "Student pilot failing to act in accordance with his Instructor’s instructions"

I assume it was a solo flight. Can anyone shed any more light on the incident?
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Mar 2009, 10:28
Replies: 15
Views: 3,321
Posted By JP1

That would be the very secretative "Royal...

That would be the very secretative "Royal Aircraft Establishment Flying Club"

Yes I was suprized it existed, literally living directly under the approach to 24, but apparently it's still going...
Forum: Private Flying
21st Mar 2009, 21:55
Replies: 15
Views: 3,321
Posted By JP1

GA at Farnborough

Hi,

Does anyone know if the flying club at Farnborough is charged for touch and go's or go arounds.

Thanks
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Nov 2008, 20:54
Replies: 1
Views: 626
Posted By JP1

NPPL Medical on JAA PPL

Having done the JAA PPL my flying post PPL is (and for some considerable future will be) basic daytime VFR flying in the UK with no more than 1 passenger.

Is it possible to simply renew my...
Forum: Private Flying
18th Nov 2008, 20:24
Replies: 10
Views: 1,079
Posted By JP1

PP I am in the same situation PM me if you...

PP

I am in the same situation PM me if you find a reasonable fee.

Anyway on another note I have let my class 2 expire (early October). I had a look around in LASORS to see if there was any...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Oct 2008, 21:29
Replies: 21
Views: 2,014
Posted By JP1

Ok, now that the rotorhead discussion has...

Ok, now that the rotorhead discussion has moved...

Would anyone log P1 (or other flavours) before embarkation onto/into the aircraft, if not explicity excluded by the ANO. :confused:
Forum: Private Flying
27th Oct 2008, 21:52
Replies: 21
Views: 2,014
Posted By JP1

Plain English

I see that in a thread below (or maybe above now!) someone has quoted a section out of LASORS..

Article 155
(2) An aircraft shall be deemed to be in flight:
(a) in the case of a piloted flying...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Oct 2008, 21:52
Replies: 99
Views: 16,820
Posted By JP1

Plain English - (thread moved from Private Flying)

I see that in a thread below (or maybe above now!) someone has quoted a section out of LASORS..

Article 155
(2) An aircraft shall be deemed to be in flight:
(a) in the case of a piloted flying...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Oct 2008, 21:04
Replies: 19
Views: 1,412
Posted By JP1

From my experience of the a/c I fly.. 1)...

From my experience of the a/c I fly..

1) lifting capacity 231kg (eg crew and baggage with full fuel). Definitely roomy in the back.

2) 32 UK gallons so work it out from (3) below.

3)...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Oct 2008, 18:42
Replies: 1
Views: 947
Posted By JP1

Cost of class 2 medical renewal

I need to renew my Class 2 medical and I am looking for AME's that charge a reasonable fee.

Any suggestions for AME's around the Farnborough area?

Thanks
JP1
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