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Search: Posts Made By: The Actuator
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Forum: Tech Log
20th Sep 2018, 23:29
Replies: 24
Views: 7,426
Posted By The Actuator

Is there a reference for the statement that AB1...

Is there a reference for the statement that AB1 will release the brakes multiple times? That is not my understanding of the AB system - in fact I believe that once the autobrake engages the pressure...
Forum: Tech Log
5th Aug 2018, 03:16
Replies: 11
Views: 2,450
Posted By The Actuator

CMC had a message about IGV torque motor failure...

CMC had a message about IGV torque motor failure - since relaced. Changed the Bleed Valve yesterday no effect. All good reasons for an APU to shutdown above - Except the APU does not shutdown - just...
Forum: Tech Log
4th Aug 2018, 21:12
Replies: 11
Views: 2,450
Posted By The Actuator

So far the starter theory might make sense. We...

So far the starter theory might make sense. We have tried all suggestions here. My question is under what conditions would the APU bleed valve modulate to closed uncommanded upon creating a bleed...
Forum: Tech Log
3rd Aug 2018, 21:17
Replies: 11
Views: 2,450
Posted By The Actuator

744 Start Issue

I’m trying to understand an issue with an APU. Is there some guidance from Boeing under what conditions the APU Bleed Valve will close automatically during a load demand during start? As soon as the...
Forum: Private Flying
15th Apr 2018, 00:51
Replies: 1
Views: 1,196
Posted By The Actuator

Private Message sent

Private Message sent
Forum: Questions
5th Dec 2016, 04:36
Replies: 3
Views: 3,436
Posted By The Actuator

ICAO Flight Plan Format Question

Is there a member on Pprune who is an expert on the flight plan format?
Specifically looking for help in deciphering the field 18 NAV/ and PBN/ fields.
Our planners have our equipmwnt in field 10...
Forum: Computer/Internet Issues & Troubleshooting
12th Jun 2015, 04:31
Replies: 3
Views: 1,298
Posted By The Actuator

Post History

Can someone please explain how I go back further than 3 pages in the Tech Log forum? Even if you do a search beyond page three it seems I am unable to access posts.

Eg - I am interested in reading...
Forum: Tech Log
5th Oct 2013, 08:08
Replies: 46
Views: 23,914
Posted By The Actuator

I think it is easier to think. Then to apply...

I think it is easier to think. Then to apply appropriate behaviour. to quote a classic "in aviation flexible is too rigid - you need to be fluid"

As a reluctant airbusser for more than 8 years now...
Forum: North America
22nd Mar 2013, 17:37
Replies: 23
Views: 9,781
Posted By The Actuator

I am in a similar position, having recently...

I am in a similar position, having recently aquired a green card.

At present I am on the 340 but I am interested to find out if there are any 330 Cargo operators. I checked the Tampa Cargo...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
4th Sep 2012, 14:45
Replies: 1
Views: 1,064
Posted By The Actuator

Rebate Traveler Listing Qantas JHB - SYD

Hi All,

I am hoping to travel on Qantas from JHB to Syd on Friday night (stby) apparently one has to list with Qantas but no one in my airline (SAA) can tell me with whom or where.
Anyone?
...
Forum: Tech Log
17th Jun 2012, 18:54
Replies: 22
Views: 4,262
Posted By The Actuator

Thanks for those last two replies. The short...

Thanks for those last two replies. The short answer I guess is that for an unscrupolous operator he may well be able to schedule a flight with tight turnaround times to better contain an FDP, until...
Forum: Tech Log
15th Jun 2012, 11:05
Replies: 22
Views: 4,262
Posted By The Actuator

I am starting to think I AM STUPID. This is...

I am starting to think I AM STUPID.

This is a simple question.....on what guidelines or by whose rules are the times for turnarounds determinded in order to keep FDP's honest?

I have stated the...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jun 2012, 13:35
Replies: 22
Views: 4,262
Posted By The Actuator

Maybe I am not being clear, I have no intention...

Maybe I am not being clear, I have no intention of misleading or being devious. I am after information.

To pose it another way.
Lets presume I am an operator and I want to do a charter.
This...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jun 2012, 13:01
Replies: 22
Views: 4,262
Posted By The Actuator

No my 5 sector FDP starting at 08h00 is 11 hours....

No my 5 sector FDP starting at 08h00 is 11 hours. You cant plan to use discretion, so what stops an operator using unrealistic turnaround times to make sure a series of flights falls within a FDP?
...
Forum: Tech Log
14th Jun 2012, 12:02
Replies: 22
Views: 4,262
Posted By The Actuator

What I am asking is on what do operators base the...

What I am asking is on what do operators base the turnaround times. in the example quoted 15 minutes is not realistic but it appears the operator has used a time to fit the flight into the FDP.
...
Forum: Tech Log
13th Jun 2012, 18:14
Replies: 22
Views: 4,262
Posted By The Actuator

FDP Pairing turnaround times

How does an operator determine what is a resonable turnaround time between sectors?

If I have a 5 sector day with an 11 hour duty period, how does an operator decide what is the turnaround time...
Forum: Tech Log
30th May 2012, 11:30
Replies: 41
Views: 9,226
Posted By The Actuator

Thanks Hawk, my interweb prowess does not extend...

Thanks Hawk, my interweb prowess does not extend to posting a photo (yet). That is similar, the Citation does not have it on the tab though just the lower portion of the rudder and without the...
Forum: Tech Log
28th May 2012, 16:45
Replies: 41
Views: 9,226
Posted By The Actuator

Thanks. That sounds viable. Does anyone know if...

Thanks. That sounds viable. Does anyone know if it was a mod? Do the other Citations have similar strips?
Forum: Tech Log
27th May 2012, 19:52
Replies: 41
Views: 9,226
Posted By The Actuator

It may well be a stiffner, and an add on post...

It may well be a stiffner, and an add on post design for whatever reason. I will post a picture tomorrow. Thanks.
Forum: Tech Log
27th May 2012, 19:09
Replies: 41
Views: 9,226
Posted By The Actuator

No, I am familiar with strakes or ventral fins....

No, I am familiar with strakes or ventral fins. It is on the actual rudder, say lower third, almost just a thickening of the trailing edge, unable to be seen in that picture.
Forum: Tech Log
27th May 2012, 11:15
Replies: 41
Views: 9,226
Posted By The Actuator

Thanks John, I figured here is as good a place as...

Thanks John, I figured here is as good a place as any. I dont have a photo but I will post one tomorrow.

A wakestill is a term I have not heard before. I would be interested to know how this...
Forum: Tech Log
27th May 2012, 10:39
Replies: 41
Views: 9,226
Posted By The Actuator

Citation Design

I have tried a search to no avail.

Can anyone tell me why the Citation 500 series has a flange on the trailing edge of the lower portion of the rudder?

Further, I am looking for an aerodynamic...
Forum: Tech Log
11th Feb 2011, 06:05
Replies: 69
Views: 28,399
Posted By The Actuator

The yellow line is a turn off line from the...

The yellow line is a turn off line from the runway to the taxiway. Line up using a 90 degree turn, to maximise runway length so as to validate your take off speeds and distance calculations.
Forum: Tech Log
27th Oct 2010, 11:41
Replies: 60
Views: 27,757
Posted By The Actuator

The axiom "flexible is too rigid for aviation,...

The axiom "flexible is too rigid for aviation, one has to be fluid" comes to mind.

I am not convinced that declaring a practice as stupid has a place in a modern cockpit if there are...
Forum: African Aviation
4th Jun 2010, 12:30
Replies: 12
Views: 2,555
Posted By The Actuator

You must have a long memory because I can never...

You must have a long memory because I can never remember the system as being efficient. More efficient than this sure, but never anywhere near optimal. The overiding feeling about Air Traffic Control...
Forum: Rumours & News
3rd Jun 2009, 16:07
Replies: 947
Views: 1,114,659
Posted By The Actuator

Belgique, why would ? Not sure that this...

Belgique, why would
?

Not sure that this has any relevance but it is more than likely that all three crew members were equally proficient at operating the aircraft. It is to me irrelevant who...
Forum: Rumours & News
1st Jun 2009, 20:59
Replies: 947
Views: 1,114,659
Posted By The Actuator

Checkboard This is just an example of...

Checkboard


This is just an example of silly, misinformed posts on this thread. Pilots still listen out even in HF airspace by means of a loudspeaker and making a transmission is as simple as...
Forum: African Aviation
17th Feb 2009, 12:48
Replies: 47
Views: 5,216
Posted By The Actuator

From NIJASEA : "When/how did we loose the respect...

From NIJASEA : "When/how did we loose the respect and appeal of being a pilot ?"

I think it has been ever since we could not tell the difference between lose and loose!:ok:
Forum: Rumours & News
16th Feb 2009, 17:11
Replies: 269
Views: 68,225
Posted By The Actuator

Am I the only one who finds it ironic that the ad...

Am I the only one who finds it ironic that the ad banner at the bottom of this page offers a device to read these cards!!!!

The only thing that is surprising is that there are people who are still...
Forum: African Aviation
10th Oct 2008, 10:50
Replies: 72
Views: 8,086
Posted By The Actuator

Based on his response - FL460 refers to the...

Based on his response - FL460 refers to the height at which that post went over his head.
Forum: African Aviation
9th Oct 2008, 22:18
Replies: 72
Views: 8,086
Posted By The Actuator

Flight Level 460 and climbing!!

Flight Level 460 and climbing!!
Forum: African Aviation
9th Oct 2008, 12:12
Replies: 72
Views: 8,086
Posted By The Actuator

Suitcaseman - wouldn't it be nice if you posted...

Suitcaseman - wouldn't it be nice if you posted your credentials here so we could judge you - you must be a pleasure to fly with.

1. You will find on the SAA A340's (three different models) that...
Forum: African Aviation
17th Jul 2008, 02:36
Replies: 41
Views: 4,090
Posted By The Actuator

I hold no brief for SAA management but when the...

I hold no brief for SAA management but when the guy posting the thread title does not know the difference between "loose" and lose...you have to wonder.
(and don't tell me it was a typo).

Back to...
Forum: African Aviation
13th Jun 2008, 09:20
Replies: 9
Views: 2,031
Posted By The Actuator

I'd be willing to bet the Captain concerned would...

I'd be willing to bet the Captain concerned would allow you and guarantee you a space on the jumpseat in the cabin though, sometimes it's all in the phraseology. Nobody jumps to NBO so space...
Forum: African Aviation
30th May 2008, 05:58
Replies: 40
Views: 3,970
Posted By The Actuator

Hey Maggot, You do your self, your profession...

Hey Maggot,
You do your self, your profession and your peers a disservice by soliciting praise for simply doing your job – pushing the big red button is your job nothing more nothing less, it is...
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