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Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
21st Apr 2016, 09:48
Replies: 38
Views: 12,447
Posted By Retired Redcap

I have a vague memory that a Laker 1-11 operated...

I have a vague memory that a Laker 1-11 operated into LBA about 1967/ 1968. Some sort of publicity tour with Diana Rigg on board.
Forum: Private Flying
18th Oct 2013, 17:49
Replies: 8
Views: 2,063
Posted By Retired Redcap

Mikehallam, thanks for the suggestion. I have...

Mikehallam, thanks for the suggestion. I have sent a request for the item I need.
Forum: Private Flying
18th Oct 2013, 15:22
Replies: 8
Views: 2,063
Posted By Retired Redcap

Thank jxk but I am told by our engineers that the...

Thank jxk but I am told by our engineers that the part cannot be repaired.
Forum: Private Flying
17th Oct 2013, 13:15
Replies: 8
Views: 2,063
Posted By Retired Redcap

Thanks. Have sent them an email listing the parts...

Thanks. Have sent them an email listing the parts needed.
Forum: Private Flying
16th Oct 2013, 15:23
Replies: 8
Views: 2,063
Posted By Retired Redcap

Spares Supplier for Robin HR200

I am having some problems sourcing spare parts for our group Robin HR200-100.
The TC holder cannot supply.
If anyone knows of a company that holds spares for this aircraft type I would love to...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
16th Aug 2013, 11:25
Replies: 239
Views: 41,255
Posted By Retired Redcap

August 1963. Heathrow to Dinard in a BEA Viscount.

August 1963. Heathrow to Dinard in a BEA Viscount.
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
17th Sep 2012, 19:59
Replies: 5
Views: 1,364
Posted By Retired Redcap

Most definitely a Caravelle with those windows. A...

Most definitely a Caravelle with those windows. A glimpse of the landing gear confirms this.
Forum: Private Flying
29th Jul 2012, 19:42
Replies: 21
Views: 4,421
Posted By Retired Redcap

I trained with LAC in 2007. I still fly with...

I trained with LAC in 2007. I still fly with them.I would be happy to respond to any points if you would like to PM me.
Forum: Private Flying
17th May 2012, 07:48
Replies: 18
Views: 2,647
Posted By Retired Redcap

Have a look at the Beyerdynamic HS200. Light,...

Have a look at the Beyerdynamic HS200. Light, comfortable and within budget.
I am very pleased with mine.
Forum: Private Flying
1st Jan 2012, 10:57
Replies: 34
Views: 7,305
Posted By Retired Redcap

I agree with Grob Queen. I love the Grob. I...

I agree with Grob Queen. I love the Grob. I learned to fly on in in 2007-8 and also fly the PA28 and C150. Apart from getting it off the ground from Barton's short and soggy strip it is delightful to...
Forum: Private Flying
12th Dec 2011, 10:02
Replies: 34
Views: 7,305
Posted By Retired Redcap

I am strictly PPL and learned to fly with LAC on...

I am strictly PPL and learned to fly with LAC on the Grob115. I enjoyed it so much that I continue to fly the Grob. There was no up front price for the course at the time I started so I paid as I...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Dec 2011, 09:44
Replies: 4
Views: 1,076
Posted By Retired Redcap

I learned to fly with LAC during the transition...

I learned to fly with LAC during the transition from Lancashire Aero Club to LAC Flying School.
I am still flying with them and am not considering a move.
Aircraft available are Cessna 172, PA28,...
Forum: Private Flying
28th Oct 2011, 11:17
Replies: 36
Views: 18,667
Posted By Retired Redcap

Sir George, You are indeed correct, G-AKKB...

Sir George,

You are indeed correct, G-AKKB is now resident at Barton. It is the only twin based there.
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
21st Apr 2011, 16:06
Replies: 4
Views: 7,183
Posted By Retired Redcap

The first set of tables are MTOW (max take off...

The first set of tables are MTOW (max take off weight) and do specify for the trim condition at take off.
The inflight tables refer to the trim perameters for that condition. for various reasons...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Oct 2010, 08:41
Replies: 18
Views: 20,029
Posted By Retired Redcap

I faced the same choice in 2007 (same flying...

I faced the same choice in 2007 (same flying school I guess).
I chose the Grob.
Reason- I was told that it was a more challenging aircraft and that learning to fly in it would improve my skills....
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
6th Aug 2010, 09:27
Replies: 7
Views: 5,385
Posted By Retired Redcap

Juno78 I changed to Beyerdynamics HS200 just...

Juno78
I changed to Beyerdynamics HS200 just over a year ago and am very pleased with their performance. Really light and comfortable. Also under the £200 mark. I bought mine from Pooleys.
Forum: Private Flying
5th Aug 2010, 15:53
Replies: 24
Views: 8,899
Posted By Retired Redcap

I bought Knight Tech when I was learning to fly....

I bought Knight Tech when I was learning to fly. I was quite happy with them although they are a bit heavy. Post PPL I now have been using Beyerdynamics HS200 which I bought from Pooleys. Light,...
Forum: Tech Log
28th Mar 2010, 10:19
Replies: 23
Views: 11,272
Posted By Retired Redcap

I have been retired a while now but from what I...

I have been retired a while now but from what I remember BA used 88kg for a male passenger and 70 kg for a female passenger. This was for economy passengers. For first and club class a further 12kgs...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Mar 2010, 15:37
Replies: 8
Views: 3,354
Posted By Retired Redcap

If you do decide on the flog down to Barton and...

If you do decide on the flog down to Barton and want to stay with the C150 then LAC flying school would be a good choice.
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
5th Feb 2010, 08:11
Replies: 10
Views: 2,204
Posted By Retired Redcap

Load control training is nothing to be scared of....

Load control training is nothing to be scared of. It is over 40 years since I initially trained in load control and it is a bit like riding a bike. Seems difficult to master at first but one learned...
Forum: Private Flying
17th Nov 2009, 16:50
Replies: 13
Views: 1,733
Posted By Retired Redcap

You might consider the Beyerdynamic HS200 at just...

You might consider the Beyerdynamic HS200 at just under the £200 mark.
After I gained my PPL I purchased a set from Pooleys. I find them light and comfortable with good noise reduction and excellent...
Forum: Private Flying
20th Jun 2009, 11:13
Replies: 1
Views: 572
Posted By Retired Redcap

Beyerdaynamic HS200 headset

I am considering buying a Beyerdynamic HS200 headset. Does anyone have any experience of these that they would like to pass on?
Forum: Private Flying
2nd Apr 2009, 18:19
Replies: 28
Views: 5,286
Posted By Retired Redcap

Hi Airgirl, When I started my PPL in 2007 I...

Hi Airgirl,
When I started my PPL in 2007 I wanted a pair of DC but finances were tight and second hand ones pricey on eBay. I bought a budget pair from David Knight on eBay for around the £70.00...
Forum: Private Flying
29th Jan 2009, 08:56
Replies: 27
Views: 6,582
Posted By Retired Redcap

A bit of thread drift here but as so many seem to...

A bit of thread drift here but as so many seem to remember the "old" days does anyone remember John Kilburn? Flew with the White Rose Group at Sherburn 1966-7. My father wondered if he was still...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
8th Nov 2008, 13:12
Replies: 8
Views: 2,151
Posted By Retired Redcap

I started my aviation career with BKS in 1967 but...

I started my aviation career with BKS in 1967 but left in 1969 for pastures new. BKS together with...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Nov 2008, 14:45
Replies: 24
Views: 2,808
Posted By Retired Redcap

I would love to fly ay Sherburn prices when...

I would love to fly ay Sherburn prices when compared with those at Barton. Currently there I pay £113 plus VAT per hour for a PA28 and airfield charges of £22.03 plus VAT. I save you the maths, it...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Oct 2008, 11:24
Replies: 37
Views: 23,424
Posted By Retired Redcap

I took my RT with Malcolm Dobson at Barton....

I took my RT with Malcolm Dobson at Barton. Course is normally the last 2 Sundays in the month with the practical shortly afterwards.
Forum: Private Flying
7th Oct 2008, 07:49
Replies: 11
Views: 1,340
Posted By Retired Redcap

Throughout the summer Delta Aviation ran weekend...

Throughout the summer Delta Aviation ran weekend Tiger Moth flights at Barton. Might be an idea to look at their website.
Forum: Private Flying
3rd Aug 2008, 13:28
Replies: 13
Views: 1,267
Posted By Retired Redcap

I would have thought Barton. 520-620 metres...

I would have thought Barton. 520-620 metres depending on runway and fuel should you need it.
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
3rd Aug 2008, 09:29
Replies: 39
Views: 4,286
Posted By Retired Redcap

I find it rather strange that the writer believes...

I find it rather strange that the writer believes that flight deck crew have a greater knowledge of weight and balance than groundstaff. In nearly 40 years of working for a major airline I can tell...
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
19th Jul 2008, 10:56
Replies: 39
Views: 4,286
Posted By Retired Redcap

I was taught the good old fashioned way nearly 40...

I was taught the good old fashioned way nearly 40 years ago. I know that when I retired 18 months ago even the best of load control training was a mere shadow of what had been.
But then I was...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
8th Jun 2008, 09:41
Replies: 60
Views: 24,067
Posted By Retired Redcap

If the airline was Aer Lingus then it would be a...

If the airline was Aer Lingus then it would be a 1-11. The PCF configuration however would have been a 737-200 as I cannot ever recall them operating the 1-11 in this configuration.
Forum: Flight/Ground Ops, Crewing and Dispatch
2nd Mar 2008, 11:26
Replies: 7
Views: 55,624
Posted By Retired Redcap

Although ballast fuel is part of the fuel load of...

Although ballast fuel is part of the fuel load of the aircraft it is being carried for a specific purpose, that being to avoid the need to load ballast bags or blocks. Although it could be used in an...
Forum: Private Flying
25th Oct 2007, 14:25
Replies: 6
Views: 1,155
Posted By Retired Redcap

Hi, LAC Flying School at Barton has some C150s.

Hi,
LAC Flying School at Barton has some C150s.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
1st Oct 2007, 17:28
Replies: 12
Views: 1,466
Posted By Retired Redcap

I have no real complaint about Jet2 other than...

I have no real complaint about Jet2 other than they do not seem anxious to deal with correspondence. I thought my post made that clear.
I did make it clear to Jet2 that I was satisfied with my...
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