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Forum: Private Flying
21st Sep 2009, 10:08
Replies: 175
Views: 22,119
Posted By bri1980

Doncaster: redressing the balance.

I fly regularly around the (newish) Doncaster control zone. I have never been refused a transit and I have only ever heard one transit request from another pilot denied. On that one occasion, the...
Forum: Private Flying
15th May 2009, 11:53
Replies: 4
Views: 964
Posted By bri1980

Well done

Well done Liam. The first land-away is great fun. Your next major milestone will be your first solo land-away!

I'm glad you enjoyed it: I have flown into HUY many times myself..I think once in CR...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
25th Oct 2008, 16:18
Replies: 196
Views: 43,406
Posted By bri1980

A friend has a sim assessment with bmi regional...

A friend has a sim assessment with bmi regional soon. I can confirm that his assessment is in a 737-500 sim in London.

B
Forum: ATC Issues
24th Sep 2008, 14:35
Replies: 8
Views: 2,025
Posted By bri1980

I fly in the Humberside area quite a lot, usually...

I fly in the Humberside area quite a lot, usually on the approach frequency with a radar service. I must say that I always find Humberside very professional and accomodating even when they are very...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
13th Sep 2008, 10:51
Replies: 47
Views: 13,741
Posted By bri1980

Indeed. Having done a little catch up reading I...

Indeed. Having done a little catch up reading I must say that my own ignorance of that situation has suprised me. I was clearly living with my head in the sand on that one! :ugh:

As for the person...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
13th Sep 2008, 09:57
Replies: 47
Views: 13,741
Posted By bri1980

Historical state yes. The suprise arose because I...

Historical state yes. The suprise arose because I hadn't realised they were in such imminent danger. Perhaps I ought to have, but didn't! :eek:
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
13th Sep 2008, 09:25
Replies: 47
Views: 13,741
Posted By bri1980

I live on a planet where watching to see what...

I live on a planet where watching to see what Alitalia is doing is not my primary concern...or even my secondary concern. Consequently I was a little suprised, though I admit not totally.

B
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
13th Sep 2008, 08:42
Replies: 47
Views: 13,741
Posted By bri1980

I was slightly suprised to read in the article...

I was slightly suprised to read in the article that Alitalia might have problems.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
13th Sep 2008, 08:32
Replies: 3,300
Views: 452,700
Posted By bri1980

Don't forget that the XL demise will create a...

Don't forget that the XL demise will create a loss of confidence in the holiday industry so any need for expanson if other airlines won't necessarily materialize.

Because of the collapse of XL...
Forum: Rumours & News
13th Sep 2008, 08:18
Replies: 50
Views: 20,596
Posted By bri1980

Yes Mr. Cawley I will be more discerning in my...

Yes Mr. Cawley I will be more discerning in my bookings: I will avoid Ryanair like the plague! Thank you for your advice sir: very valuable.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
12th Sep 2008, 07:23
Replies: 787
Views: 239,896
Posted By bri1980

It's a pity XL aren't a bank actually: the UK...

It's a pity XL aren't a bank actually: the UK government would be lining up £10bn of taxpayers money to sort the mess out! One rule for one industry and another for the rest! :ugh:

Sorry to...
Forum: Private Flying
4th Jul 2008, 17:56
Replies: 25
Views: 4,352
Posted By bri1980

Shawbury/Sleap error is made worse because the...

Shawbury/Sleap error is made worse because the runway layouts are very similar. Valley and Caernarfon are not actualy that close to each other being separated by the Menai Strait and about 15 miles...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
24th May 2008, 09:51
Replies: 5
Views: 1,369
Posted By bri1980

Yes I think they do. I am aware though that the...

Yes I think they do. I am aware though that the PPL/CPL teaching and the simulator are moving up to Caernarfon in the near future (if they haven't already).

The new company is Ambassador...
Forum: Rumours & News
23rd May 2008, 20:52
Replies: 200
Views: 56,501
Posted By bri1980

Groundfloor: "Take it up with the CAA - point...

Groundfloor: "Take it up with the CAA - point taken. However in the mean time while the powers that be trundle along - how about thinking twice about whether its really necessary to be on...
Forum: Rumours & News
22nd May 2008, 21:16
Replies: 200
Views: 56,501
Posted By bri1980

Groundfloor: "So its legal....:} does that make...

Groundfloor: "So its legal....:} does that make it right?"

No, it makes it a legal and legitimate usage like it or not.

As pilotbear says, occasionally D&D do notam requests for practice pans...
Forum: Rumours & News
22nd May 2008, 14:59
Replies: 200
Views: 56,501
Posted By bri1980

Groundfloor: "The "practise pan" bit I don`t buy...

Groundfloor: "The "practise pan" bit I don`t buy as 121.5 is the actual emergency freq not a practise freq"

The R/T manual (CAP413) says that this is acceptable usage: it doesn't matter if you...
Forum: Private Flying
11th Apr 2008, 20:35
Replies: 19
Views: 1,121
Posted By bri1980

Well surely you already have the single engine...

Well surely you already have the single engine piston class rating on your licence? In which case you'd probably only need a check out at a club.

I'm sure many schools/clubs operate the PA28:...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
10th Apr 2008, 14:31
Replies: 5
Views: 738
Posted By bri1980

My experience with Multiflight was brief, but...

My experience with Multiflight was brief, but generally positive. First of all they can't be blamed for the weather at LBA: it's well known about that fog and crosswinds are common. A great place to...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
10th Apr 2008, 06:52
Replies: 14
Views: 878
Posted By bri1980

Money: I did my PPL in 45 hours (and 45 minutes)...

Money: I did my PPL in 45 hours (and 45 minutes) and I'd say all told it cost nearly £8000. That includes all of my own kit pre-planned for commercial training (so the more expensive options e.g....
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
1st Apr 2008, 06:44
Replies: 6
Views: 916
Posted By bri1980

I'd agree. If you have the can then just do the...

I'd agree. If you have the can then just do the JAA PPL. It will take a bit longer and cost a bit more, but it is the only way to do the CPL.

Also, in my humble opinion, the extra effort to get...
Forum: Private Flying
22nd Mar 2008, 08:19
Replies: 2
Views: 2,175
Posted By bri1980

Many thanks Brian, I think this will be...

Many thanks Brian, I think this will be sufficient!

Bri
Forum: Private Flying
21st Mar 2008, 18:41
Replies: 2
Views: 2,175
Posted By bri1980

Cessna 421

Hi folks,

Does anyone have, or know where I can get, some basic information from a reputable source on the Cessna 421 Golden Eagle.

By basic information, I mean something like a POH or at the...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
21st Mar 2008, 13:16
Replies: 4
Views: 715
Posted By bri1980

Sherburn Aero Club have their AT3s now. Similar...

Sherburn Aero Club have their AT3s now. Similar price to the 152 but a much newer and more advanced aeroplane.

Also have you looked at a company called Aircraft Grouping? Some great deals there.
...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Feb 2008, 15:40
Replies: 13
Views: 3,846
Posted By bri1980

This is by far the easiest of the PPL exams. All...

This is by far the easiest of the PPL exams. All I did was to do the questions in the confuser then read the answers and explanations in the confuser the night before; result? 100%.

Best advice is...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
23rd Jan 2008, 17:20
Replies: 8
Views: 852
Posted By bri1980

Try this: ...

Try this:

http://www.flightacademyblackpool.com/

Or:

http://www.aircraftgrouping.com/

B
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
22nd Jan 2008, 20:19
Replies: 3
Views: 455
Posted By bri1980

I have used the AFE PPL series-I find them better...

I have used the AFE PPL series-I find them better than the Trevor Thom series-but that is personal preference.

It's also for the JAA PPL, so maybe there is a difference with the Irish course?

B
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
16th Jan 2008, 06:38
Replies: 7
Views: 706
Posted By bri1980

Absolutely agree! Get the class one before you...

Absolutely agree! Get the class one before you spend any money on professional training of any description! :)
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
8th Jan 2008, 06:45
Replies: 16
Views: 1,595
Posted By bri1980

I think that is the key. Look into it as you may...

I think that is the key. Look into it as you may be able to get the VAT back on costs related to professional licences. You can't do it for your PPL or related costs though!

B
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
7th Jan 2008, 20:59
Replies: 16
Views: 1,595
Posted By bri1980

My understanding from 'those who know' (i.e....

My understanding from 'those who know' (i.e. accountants) is that you can still claim back some VAT on CPL training, although it's not as easy as it once was.

B
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
7th Jan 2008, 16:31
Replies: 5
Views: 1,369
Posted By bri1980

Mannair at Caernarfon operate a Cessna 421 and a...

Mannair at Caernarfon operate a Cessna 421 and a Citation. Please pm me if you want contact details direct to the guys there.

Bri
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
7th Jan 2008, 06:25
Replies: 3
Views: 704
Posted By bri1980

I believe Cranfield Aviation Training (CATS) also...

I believe Cranfield Aviation Training (CATS) also have a 3-phase course.

B :)
Forum: Flight Testing
4th Jan 2008, 06:34
Replies: 8
Views: 6,185
Posted By bri1980

Of course, I was joking about the 3/2!! :) ...

Of course, I was joking about the 3/2!! :)

It is also mathematically convenient for it to be 1/2 in the lift equation because the quantity (1/2rho*V^2) can be calculated directly from Bernoulli's...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
3rd Jan 2008, 20:20
Replies: 16
Views: 1,075
Posted By bri1980

Simple for modular: You do all the 7 exams...

Simple for modular:

You do all the 7 exams required to get a PPL (assuming JAR here).

Then, you do all 14 for the ATPL. Even though some of the modules at ATPL level may have the same names as...
Forum: Flight Testing
3rd Jan 2008, 20:14
Replies: 8
Views: 6,185
Posted By bri1980

Would that not make it 3/2 for a Triplane?...

Would that not make it 3/2 for a Triplane? :rolleyes:

B
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
1st Jan 2008, 19:39
Replies: 4
Views: 1,075
Posted By bri1980

Talking Hi Jenni-welcome aboard! I'm sure if you do...

Hi Jenni-welcome aboard!

I'm sure if you do a full search there will be hundreds of threads that should give lots of helpful advice.

My advice about the advice is don't take it all literally!...
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