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Forum: Rotorheads
25th Feb 2009, 04:30
Replies: 5,672
Views: 4,591,209
Posted By Backward Blade

Hey, what's with the fire extinguishers?

Hey, what's with the fire extinguishers?
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Feb 2009, 18:12
Replies: 252
Views: 48,457
Posted By Backward Blade

How Green am I?...At 16-20 gallons for a Raven 2,...

How Green am I?...At 16-20 gallons for a Raven 2, 25-30 for a 206, 120 litres for a 120 and 175 litres for FXII/B2...I would think the answer to that would be "not very bloody much!:}" But then...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Feb 2009, 01:01
Replies: 42
Views: 10,224
Posted By Backward Blade

I'm from Canada and really don't hold well with...

I'm from Canada and really don't hold well with much of the thread on Vertical...kind of on the Open Minded Side when it comes to Aviation, considering I would like a chance to show up and work...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Feb 2009, 00:36
Replies: 42
Views: 9,447
Posted By Backward Blade

Albatross, that is just an awsome reality based...

Albatross, that is just an awsome reality based picture. I myself have done much the same albeit in different machines. Oh the challenges of VFR winter work! If that was you, nice job.

Fly...
Forum: Rotorheads
3rd Feb 2009, 01:30
Replies: 42
Views: 9,447
Posted By Backward Blade

As far as I know as per my POH the A-Star...

As far as I know as per my POH the A-Star limitations (D,BA,B2, FX2 ammendment) as previously stated are correct although god/God knows why as sometimes the limited visibility is not always created...
Forum: Rotorheads
31st May 2008, 08:25
Replies: 19
Views: 2,903
Posted By Backward Blade

I work in Alberta, Canada with a company that...

I work in Alberta, Canada with a company that often does Fire Fighting with Bambi Buckets. We own 3 EC 120's. They work just fine thankyou very much...although my FX 2 does put it to shame LOL. ...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th May 2008, 05:56
Replies: 51
Views: 31,752
Posted By Backward Blade

I think Nick and Rich hit the nail on the head. ...

I think Nick and Rich hit the nail on the head. Finally a couple straight answers from those in the "Know". Should the rest of us need a more in depth discussion I would recomend you start taking...
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd May 2008, 20:08
Replies: 51
Views: 31,752
Posted By Backward Blade

Somehow methinks that we were somehow trying to...

Somehow methinks that we were somehow trying to say the same thing. Anyways it is fun to watch, but me and my 7 ratings in however many varients will NOT be attempting any such thing, nor would I...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st May 2008, 19:53
Replies: 51
Views: 31,752
Posted By Backward Blade

Sir, by the form and content of your writing I...

Sir, by the form and content of your writing I will no doubt defer to you. I was by no means questioning Red Bull's qualifications. I was merely refering to something that tickled my memory...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st May 2008, 17:04
Replies: 51
Views: 31,752
Posted By Backward Blade

Someone should contact the "Red Bull" display...

Someone should contact the "Red Bull" display pilots, as I believe that those 2 drivers have/invented the aerobatic display certification on their licences (civilian) with the FAA and European...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th May 2008, 15:25
Replies: 107
Views: 27,448
Posted By Backward Blade

Now I'm not going to say that what this guy did...

Now I'm not going to say that what this guy did was the smartest thing in the world, especially landing a very expensive piece of equipment for a couple dollars worth of keys...I fly commercially and...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th May 2008, 13:54
Replies: 12
Views: 2,393
Posted By Backward Blade

Your POH states you can as long as seat belts are...

Your POH states you can as long as seat belts are done up on the unoccupied seat and all loose articles are secured. Providing you indicate the W+B change in the logbook prior to flight and the...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Apr 2008, 23:58
Replies: 42
Views: 3,498
Posted By Backward Blade

Thanks George, much more eloquant than myself.:ok:

Thanks George, much more eloquant than myself.:ok:
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Apr 2008, 19:02
Replies: 42
Views: 3,498
Posted By Backward Blade

As for the FI's and student ratio thing, rather...

As for the FI's and student ratio thing, rather than put up the number of accidents w/ vs without instructors on board, try putting the total number of auto's that each instructor has done and the...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Apr 2008, 17:38
Replies: 42
Views: 3,498
Posted By Backward Blade

I'm a commercial driver who does annual training...

I'm a commercial driver who does annual training mostly only once a year but on 4 different types. Almost 3000 hours and 3 real life auto's (2 with the engine still running...kind of) I find no...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Apr 2008, 14:16
Replies: 22
Views: 2,988
Posted By Backward Blade

A little bit lax in the Automobile department for...

A little bit lax in the Automobile department for some reason but when or around a helicopter I strap in and helmet up EVERY TIME those rotors are turning. Kinda feel naked otherwise. I check every...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Apr 2008, 14:07
Replies: 19
Views: 5,208
Posted By Backward Blade

Having read the full thread you guys that seem to...

Having read the full thread you guys that seem to take these strikes with a grain of salt ( not to mention the thought and education behind the attitude) definately have my respect. I fly day VFR...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Mar 2008, 14:33
Replies: 20
Views: 3,947
Posted By Backward Blade

Spent alot of my time in Tents and whatnot with...

Spent alot of my time in Tents and whatnot with and without generators in Northern Alberta/Saskatchewan Canada.

-Cutting down sapplings with a shotgun
-chasing wayward bears with a bambi...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Feb 2008, 02:06
Replies: 17
Views: 2,526
Posted By Backward Blade

Don't know anything about the US but here in...

Don't know anything about the US but here in Canada if you end up working for anybody who does work in the bush they will usually set you up with a line and a machine and let you go play for a bit. ...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Feb 2008, 01:24
Replies: 68
Views: 14,960
Posted By Backward Blade

I personally love LED's for leak checking when...

I personally love LED's for leak checking when required, but since I live in the bush and have to pack everything willy nilly hither and yon on a moments notice I tend to stick with ye ole Maglite. ...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Feb 2008, 23:37
Replies: 33
Views: 3,778
Posted By Backward Blade

Almost forgot this one from my Boss. " A boring...

Almost forgot this one from my Boss. " A boring flight is a good flight"
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Feb 2008, 23:32
Replies: 33
Views: 3,778
Posted By Backward Blade

A couple common ones working in very remote areas...

A couple common ones working in very remote areas in Canada...

Salutation/Send-off: "keep your nose into wind and your tail out of the
bushes"

Philosophy of...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Feb 2008, 23:09
Replies: 10
Views: 1,565
Posted By Backward Blade

SIr I work commercially in Canada, so I am...

SIr

I work commercially in Canada, so I am not exactly familiar with the UK's aviation standards/law. We both operate generally speaking under "English Common Law". To me (not being a lawyer)...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Feb 2008, 21:48
Replies: 22
Views: 6,502
Posted By Backward Blade

Fair enough, but note that he lost the whole...

Fair enough, but note that he lost the whole thing. Try putting in full right pedal, low on fuel, missing a big chunk off your arse (W+B)...now land it at 0 airspeed and keep her right side up....
Forum: Rotorheads
31st Jan 2008, 14:29
Replies: 67
Views: 25,007
Posted By Backward Blade

Point taken and thanks BWB

Point taken and thanks

BWB
Forum: Rotorheads
31st Jan 2008, 12:44
Replies: 67
Views: 25,007
Posted By Backward Blade

Easy there Winnie, What I expressed were my...

Easy there Winnie,

What I expressed were my experiences as a young lad doing a job which very few do or have done, nor do I recomend it in my later years (just a few more than you but not by...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jan 2008, 01:05
Replies: 20
Views: 2,427
Posted By Backward Blade

Nick, I have read a number of your posts and for...

Nick, I have read a number of your posts and for the most part agree with each and everyone of them...HOWEVER please tell me that you are not infering that a person should adjust the leaning of the...
Forum: Rotorheads
26th Jan 2008, 20:44
Replies: 67
Views: 25,007
Posted By Backward Blade

Just reading the title of this thread cracked me...

Just reading the title of this thread cracked me up!! I spent 8 years logging/fighting fire underneath helicopters in BC Canada in everything from 206, A-Star, 500, K-Max,61, KA 32, 107's etc. ...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Jan 2008, 23:31
Replies: 8
Views: 1,828
Posted By Backward Blade

I've had experiences with with 206, A-Star,214 ...

I've had experiences with with 206, A-Star,214 and for the most part things move, generally speaking, along quite well. The R-44 on the other hand is a whole different beast entirely. I swear that...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Jan 2008, 04:17
Replies: 227
Views: 54,131
Posted By Backward Blade

For the the love of GOD!!!. You need a timepiece...

For the the love of GOD!!!. You need a timepiece that works, that is easy to read and if flying at night one that glows in the dark at all times. If you fly in multiple Time Zones it is nice to...
Forum: Rumours & News
12th Jan 2008, 03:57
Replies: 97
Views: 51,104
Posted By Backward Blade

407 Driver...! I gotta go and peruse an...

407 Driver...! I gotta go and peruse an international forum not even including helicopters to find you and your ever welcomed opinions.! Nice "seeing" you again (aka Zazu) . Back on topic...
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Dec 2007, 22:39
Replies: 5,672
Views: 4,591,209
Posted By Backward Blade

Man you need some covers and heaters. :} Feel for...

Man you need some covers and heaters. :} Feel for ya buddy.

BWB
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Dec 2007, 23:14
Replies: 59
Views: 7,050
Posted By Backward Blade

Sir, I agree with your descriptions and...

Sir, I agree with your descriptions and differences but only to a point. If on the other hand you live in a tent, in the bush and your machine is broke and your so-called mechanic pulls some hard...
Forum: Rotorheads
18th Dec 2007, 23:05
Replies: 45
Views: 10,708
Posted By Backward Blade

Don't know how it is done in the UK or Europe or...

Don't know how it is done in the UK or Europe or whether or not there is an actual "certification" for L/L. In Canada it is all done in-house though. And on that note always remember that just...
Forum: Rotorheads
15th Dec 2007, 01:19
Replies: 37
Views: 6,916
Posted By Backward Blade

Sir, You having asked this question...

Sir,

You having asked this question probably means that you can indeed afford it, although maint and fuel will probably piss you off depending on how much you can afford it if you get my meaning....
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