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Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
23rd Nov 2011, 17:11
Replies: 167
Views: 88,910
Posted By Witraz

Thank you 757driver, I know successful folk who...

Thank you 757driver,
I know successful folk who have other interests. I have not met Bruce but know others who have. Is it sour grapes that drive the folk to point fingers? Simple logic states Bruce...
Forum: Rumours & News
20th Nov 2010, 16:45
Replies: 91
Views: 25,474
Posted By Witraz

Time it right in China and you get patted down by...

Time it right in China and you get patted down by a member of the opposite sex. So far I have seen no complaints from fellow crew members, in fact .......
:D:=:
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
20th Nov 2010, 14:07
Replies: 107
Views: 28,279
Posted By Witraz

Devil A gentle reminder. It is the pilot community who...

A gentle reminder. It is the pilot community who chooses the language in which to communicate in - Not ATC. A pilot talks to ATC first in the language of their choice. Is it not therefore the pilot's...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
2nd Sep 2010, 05:16
Replies: 25
Views: 12,243
Posted By Witraz

My early days of flying in Scotland we decided...

My early days of flying in Scotland we decided the definition of a DAY OFF was one where you set your alarm for 6 AM to have a beer. That way when the phone rang at 06:10 ....... Sorry I've been...
Forum: Cabin Crew
11th Aug 2010, 11:51
Replies: 3,036
Views: 1,087,741
Posted By Witraz

HV - From the pens of the psychologists Chablis...

HV - From the pens of the psychologists Chablis and Simons: There is no doubt that a CEO is officially responsible for the performance of their company, but attributing all the company’s success or...
Forum: African Aviation
10th Feb 2010, 16:49
Replies: 27
Views: 7,473
Posted By Witraz

Whatever individuals think Air Zimbabwe crews...

Whatever individuals think Air Zimbabwe crews have managed to maintain a pretty good safety record considering the conditions they have been working under. I respect them for this as I would not like...
Forum: Cabin Crew
2nd Jul 2009, 14:50
Replies: 6,533
Views: 1,117,455
Posted By Witraz

Stall Pusher. I couldn't agree with you...

Stall Pusher.
I couldn't agree with you more......
The 1500 hardliners who attend the meeting and stand to loose the most will give 100% support.
What about the other 13 000 who will not be...
Forum: Cabin Crew
2nd Jul 2009, 05:40
Replies: 6,533
Views: 1,117,455
Posted By Witraz

They offered a length of rope. This shortened as...

They offered a length of rope. This shortened as the knot was tied.

Doesn't mean you have to put your head in it..............
Forum: Cabin Crew
22nd Jun 2009, 10:49
Replies: 1,523
Views: 192,574
Posted By Witraz

Stall Pusher I can understand why many CC do...

Stall Pusher
I can understand why many CC do not come to this website as it is PPRUNE (Professional Pilots), which is also a good reason why many pilots are drawn to visit and read what is being...
Forum: Cabin Crew
19th Jun 2009, 16:38
Replies: 1,523
Views: 192,574
Posted By Witraz

Stall Pusher. Your solution then is get rid of...

Stall Pusher.
Your solution then is get rid of WW and everything will be a bed of roses.
The losses will disappear overnight. The plan to lay up 16 aircraft for the coming winter will be dropped...
Forum: African Aviation
26th Jan 2009, 12:22
Replies: 48
Views: 7,754
Posted By Witraz

BA fly to a lot of destinations in Africa. That...

BA fly to a lot of destinations in Africa. That means flying over Africa. Flying to Cape Town one flies over Nigeria and faced with an emergency requiring a landing the crew have the same limited...
Forum: Rumours & News
20th Nov 2008, 17:58
Replies: 110
Views: 22,577
Posted By Witraz

Me Myself Off hand I can't remember how lumpy...

Me Myself
Off hand I can't remember how lumpy but lumpy enough to be more than I have ever had before. Depends on what age you retire and how much you take as a percentage.
I'm too broke to bet on...
Forum: Rumours & News
20th Nov 2008, 13:57
Replies: 110
Views: 22,577
Posted By Witraz

Me Myself, I am BA. Joined at 31 DEP. I am...

Me Myself,

I am BA. Joined at 31 DEP. I am currently 51. With the revamped pension I would have left at 55 with an annual pension of about £29 000, If I get to stay until 65 that will grow to...
Forum: Rumours & News
19th Nov 2008, 16:41
Replies: 104
Views: 43,178
Posted By Witraz

Me thinks the title of the thread is very much...

Me thinks the title of the thread is very much 'Tongue in Cheek', no matter good result regardless
Forum: Rumours & News
14th Nov 2008, 13:09
Replies: 110
Views: 22,577
Posted By Witraz

Luc, I have been in aviation 34 years and it is...

Luc,
I have been in aviation 34 years and it is a constant rollercoaster ride. Good times, bad times and some are lucky others not. Yes these changes have impacted careers of others. However in BA...
Forum: Rumours & News
14th Nov 2008, 11:53
Replies: 110
Views: 22,577
Posted By Witraz

I agree with Amex. I am with BA. I am 51....

I agree with Amex.
I am with BA. I am 51. Before the change in law and BA's policy I would be leaving in just over 4 years. I do not feel ready to retire at 55. Now I can stay to 65. Do I want to? I...
Forum: Rumours & News
27th Oct 2008, 12:56
Replies: 11
Views: 4,515
Posted By Witraz

Not yet 'Groundbum' but many if us wish they did,...

Not yet 'Groundbum' but many if us wish they did, especially when at unfamiliar airports and weather like reported above.
Forum: Rumours & News
6th Oct 2008, 05:20
Replies: 27
Views: 9,031
Posted By Witraz

Blueray: Yes the SAA accident leaves unanswered...

Blueray:
Yes the SAA accident leaves unanswered questions, but I did see the recovered sections from this accident. The pallet on fire had the remains of computers, trainers and tennis...
Forum: African Aviation
5th Oct 2008, 05:08
Replies: 22
Views: 10,695
Posted By Witraz

That looks real neat. I did a couple of thousand...

That looks real neat. I did a couple of thousand hours in the Twin Otter around Scotland. Also the BN Islander. What aircraft do you replace these fine work horses with.......a new one as there is...
Forum: African Aviation
5th Aug 2008, 05:46
Replies: 82
Views: 21,083
Posted By Witraz

Flare Heights.................you should have...

Flare Heights.................you should have seen the trouble I had after 13 years on Jumbo's trying to land the B777.....:} So close to the ground and the lack of main wheels for stability in...
Forum: Rumours & News
29th May 2008, 17:27
Replies: 25
Views: 5,791
Posted By Witraz

Probably the damage would be more depending on...

Probably the damage would be more depending on what model warhead, the model rocket was carrying.:E
Forum: Rumours & News
1st May 2008, 18:24
Replies: 44
Views: 10,550
Posted By Witraz

Mr Good Cat, You missed the point. The...

Mr Good Cat,
You missed the point. The government need more money from those who work and pay their taxes to cover these needy people on benefit. They are desperate for every penny they can lay...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
13th Apr 2008, 10:05
Replies: 4,932
Views: 1,723,183
Posted By Witraz

A4, This is Britain in the modern ages. £10...

A4,
This is Britain in the modern ages. £10 Billion will have been set aside for political correctness to cover things like making sure all illegal immigrants get a fair hearing and are satisfied...
Forum: African Aviation
12th Apr 2008, 12:06
Replies: 21
Views: 2,249
Posted By Witraz

Try this link. Gives so info on his training ...

Try this link. Gives so info on his training

http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/DefenceNews/PeopleInDefence/PrinceWilliamGetsHisWings.htm
Forum: Rumours & News
9th Mar 2008, 18:20
Replies: 236
Views: 79,979
Posted By Witraz

25 years ago based in Shetland the regional...

25 years ago based in Shetland the regional setting was 927 mb which was fun as the altimeters only wound down to 945 mb. Scatsa ATC used the old airforce QNE method to overcome this, (well Wally was...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
9th Feb 2008, 15:28
Replies: 32
Views: 5,071
Posted By Witraz

I wonder how the headlines will read one day if...

I wonder how the headlines will read one day if one of these smart reporters gets shot, trying this..................
Forum: Rumours & News
16th Jan 2008, 09:05
Replies: 31
Views: 4,666
Posted By Witraz

There's only one document, and the R/T has been...

There's only one document, and the R/T has been greatly simplified. Win-win situation.

I wish I could agree, but I fly well outside just Europe. We have had standard R/T phases which have...
Forum: Rumours & News
15th Jan 2008, 15:45
Replies: 31
Views: 4,666
Posted By Witraz

Me, I think I will fly the aircraft first....

Me,
I think I will fly the aircraft first. Avoid the RA and then try and work out whose airspace I am in and what I am meant to say. Whatever I say I will probably get it wrong.
My rules.
1. Keep...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
28th Dec 2007, 12:39
Replies: 2,747
Views: 823,840
Posted By Witraz

I cannot think of any new aircraft being...

I cannot think of any new aircraft being delivered on original dates set by the manufacturer. BA had their fingers burnt being launch customers with the B777, so hence taking a back seat on the A380...
Forum: African Aviation
5th Dec 2007, 15:43
Replies: 9
Views: 1,209
Posted By Witraz

Geoff, Welcome to the world of aviation. Now in...

Geoff,
Welcome to the world of aviation. Now in my 34th year and followed the waves of good times and bad. Having the correct licence, passport and visa's also add to the fun of things. Did my PPL...
Forum: Rumours & News
27th Nov 2007, 11:27
Replies: 25
Views: 6,441
Posted By Witraz

Having been a PLC rep during a merger / takeover...

Having been a PLC rep during a merger / takeover in another time and place. Worked on the AIG for 8 years, and now a common line pilot, I respect anyone who puts themselves forward for sometimes a...
Forum: African Aviation
8th Nov 2007, 05:13
Replies: 93
Views: 18,143
Posted By Witraz

Well done to all involved. Good designed aircraft...

Well done to all involved. Good designed aircraft too, not forgetting others in the past where an engine has come away and the aircraft C of G change to out of operating limits has resulted in the...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
16th Sep 2007, 12:47
Replies: 69
Views: 14,836
Posted By Witraz

I joined BA some 18 years ago as a DEP, ex self...

I joined BA some 18 years ago as a DEP, ex self improver light turbo-props and B737 holiday charter.. Numerous old (well they seemed old to me at the time) captains told me how they enjoy the variety...
Forum: African Aviation
13th May 2007, 14:01
Replies: 43
Views: 9,112
Posted By Witraz

Have you guys tried E-Bay......probably get a few...

Have you guys tried E-Bay......probably get a few Matric certificates there for a couple of Rand :E
Forum: Rumours & News
8th May 2007, 12:50
Replies: 430
Views: 205,126
Posted By Witraz

Cytherea, Point taken. I only wanted to say...

Cytherea,
Point taken. I only wanted to say that aircraft have been lost through disorientation, but was trying to avoid any politics by naming operators...CRM skills etc. I have no wish or desire...
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