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Forum: South Asia and the Far East
3rd Jan 2014, 10:39
Replies: 0
Views: 776
Posted By Gooneybird

Solar Air

Good day,
Dornier captain myself (228).
Does anyone have contacts for Solar Air based in BKK?
Much obliged :)
Forum: Tech Log
26th Jan 2013, 15:11
Replies: 3
V50
Views: 998
Posted By Gooneybird

Finally found a reference to it but...

Finally found a reference to it but still....bloody vague!

• Decision speed (V1) is faster than engine failure speed (VEF) by the
demonstrated pilot engine-failure recognition time, plus...
Forum: Tech Log
26th Jan 2013, 13:21
Replies: 3
V50
Views: 998
Posted By Gooneybird

Doubt it's a typo. It's a reference to s speed...

Doubt it's a typo. It's a reference to s speed following V2 with no engine failure to maintain until 1500' taken straight from the AFM. It may be some kind of a typo and maybe it was intended as V2 +...
Forum: Tech Log
24th Jan 2013, 13:08
Replies: 3
V50
Views: 998
Posted By Gooneybird

V50

Anyone have a good definition for V50? Not VSO V five zero :)
Forum: African Aviation
1st Sep 2011, 17:43
Replies: 199
Views: 379,426
Posted By Gooneybird

Many of those landing strips are maintained by...

Many of those landing strips are maintained by NGOs. They are essential due to the roads being impassable during wet season. However, I am sure if arms dealers want access to poor and remote villages...
Forum: African Aviation
4th May 2010, 18:43
Replies: 87
Views: 30,472
Posted By Gooneybird

I wouldn't know mate, I am a Twin Otter pilot,...

I wouldn't know mate, I am a Twin Otter pilot, suggest you ask that to Van pilot, perhaps they could help you ;)
Forum: African Aviation
2nd May 2010, 15:51
Replies: 87
Views: 30,472
Posted By Gooneybird

I can't say I ever really noticed any significant...

I can't say I ever really noticed any significant speed difference between the Twin Otter and the Van to be honest. The Van actually had the better payload over a longer distance though.

Michael,...
Forum: African Aviation
8th Apr 2010, 05:57
Replies: 25
Views: 8,714
Posted By Gooneybird

I have only just heard about this. I was...

I have only just heard about this.

I was talking of Andre only today with no idea he was dead. Tragic event is all I can say right now. I spent some happy hours chatting to Andre about his DC3...
Forum: African Aviation
31st Jan 2010, 11:46
Replies: 13
Views: 3,267
Posted By Gooneybird

:ok: Awesome post maxrated...the key elements of...

:ok: Awesome post maxrated...the key elements of that should stickied. Bloody bean counters are a hinderance to aviation safety, not a help. As stated before, streamlining has been the way forward...
Forum: African Aviation
31st Jan 2010, 11:44
Replies: 19
Views: 3,025
Posted By Gooneybird

Simply my advice but go for the most hours at...

Simply my advice but go for the most hours at your stage. Be happy to be employed too. You can get your first 1000 hours however you like, after that you'll find more doors open.
Forum: African Aviation
6th Dec 2009, 08:00
Replies: 10
Views: 3,004
Posted By Gooneybird

Basically call a good flight school there that...

Basically call a good flight school there that handles lots of international students, they know the system backwards and will give you current advice.

ATP Flight School: Does ATP train...
Forum: African Aviation
6th Dec 2009, 06:15
Replies: 10
Views: 3,004
Posted By Gooneybird

Call a flight school there, ALL ATPs as an OP...

Call a flight school there, ALL ATPs as an OP said are a good one, they will explain the process to you and whether you need a TSA clearance or a verification of your existing license or both. Either...
Forum: African Aviation
1st Dec 2009, 10:48
Replies: 7
Views: 5,878
Posted By Gooneybird

Having read the responses I tend to agree it's a...

Having read the responses I tend to agree it's a waste of money. Actually the whole system that requires 'ratings' for non high performance piston engine light aircraft is a scam to begin with.
Forum: African Aviation
29th Nov 2009, 07:54
Replies: 7
Views: 5,878
Posted By Gooneybird

Foster Aero used to have one in Lanseria. Cost?...

Foster Aero used to have one in Lanseria. Cost? Probably $200 - $300 an hour or there abouts.
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
23rd Nov 2009, 09:15
Replies: 77
Views: 11,224
Posted By Gooneybird

It's a supply and demand issue but to be honest I...

It's a supply and demand issue but to be honest I don't think it will help the unemployed fresh comms out at all for the reasons previously stated. The lack of GA is one of the problems they're...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
7th Nov 2009, 08:14
Replies: 0
Views: 572
Posted By Gooneybird

Jagson

Good day,

Does anyone know if Jagson are still operating and have their contact details. None of the phone numbers on their website seem to work.

Any other Dornier or Twin Otter operators in...
Forum: African Aviation
22nd Sep 2009, 19:25
Replies: 532
Views: 121,724
Posted By Gooneybird

Hi WichWayIsUp, Unless you're planning to...

Hi WichWayIsUp,

Unless you're planning to fly ZS registered aircraft, you're better off doing your IR back in Australia since you've got this far already and yes, you'll have to convert or...
Forum: Canada
12th Sep 2009, 06:59
Replies: 7
Views: 1,724
Posted By Gooneybird

Before you can become a citizen you will need...

Before you can become a citizen you will need permanent residency. You may or may not meet the required points on the points system but here's a points calculator to help you, though I'm not saying...
Forum: Canada
10th Sep 2009, 06:31
Replies: 9
Views: 2,393
Posted By Gooneybird

You can emigrate if you meet the requirements on...

You can emigrate if you meet the requirements on the points system. Trouble is, as others have already pointed out, that in a depressed job market it won't be easy. It's market driven, employers will...
Forum: African Aviation
23rd Jul 2009, 06:10
Replies: 549
Views: 146,490
Posted By Gooneybird

Good hours. Have you tried Voyageur, Canada?...

Good hours.

Have you tried Voyageur, Canada? They operate at least one CRJ in East Africa somewhere I believe. You could try NAC for King Air 200 work, 100 hours on type is the minimum but with...
Forum: South Asia and the Far East
22nd Jul 2009, 13:44
Replies: 1
Views: 1,443
Posted By Gooneybird

List of flight schools in mainland China

Hi all,

I will be going to China later this year to study the Chinese language. Does anyone know of a comprehensive list of Chinese flight schools which I could then visit and hand my CV too?
...
Forum: African Aviation
25th Apr 2009, 09:05
Replies: 549
Views: 146,490
Posted By Gooneybird

Are you Canadian? probably far more chances there...

Are you Canadian? probably far more chances there on twin otters. At low hours I think you'll be lucky. Anyone with a UN contract needs higher hours than that as a rule.

Tanzania perhaps. Any of...
Forum: African Aviation
13th Apr 2009, 18:26
Replies: 22
Views: 9,097
Posted By Gooneybird

Can't talk for Nigeria but that's a pretty...

Can't talk for Nigeria but that's a pretty average scenario for a lot of Africa. You avoid burst tyres by very very slow driving but it eventually will cost burst tyres and most gave up on replacing...
Forum: African Aviation
13th Apr 2009, 14:05
Replies: 3
Views: 893
Posted By Gooneybird

Your question seems a bit vague and covers a lot...

Your question seems a bit vague and covers a lot of possible ground. Could you give us an idea of the intention/purpose of this writing?

Different African countries take different approaches to...
Forum: African Aviation
13th Apr 2009, 14:02
Replies: 7
Views: 2,544
Posted By Gooneybird

Try asking the other pilots and charter...

Try asking the other pilots and charter companies. They're ususally your best resource as they're the most current.

You could also approach the Zambian CAA themselves and ask about it.

One...
Forum: African Aviation
13th Apr 2009, 13:55
Replies: 36
Views: 6,527
Posted By Gooneybird

I don't know any specifics. There's always...

I don't know any specifics. There's always negative feedback about every company with the exception being Solenta who's pilots seem to really enjoy their time there. Personally their pay rates always...
Forum: African Aviation
11th Apr 2009, 20:39
Replies: 61
Views: 12,238
Posted By Gooneybird

Hey Marliz, for a number of reasons I wouldn't go...

Hey Marliz, for a number of reasons I wouldn't go to Jo'burgh. Firstly without a vehicle you can't go anywhere and it's wayyy to spread out to use private taxis. That said you'll need a vehicle, a...
Forum: African Aviation
10th Apr 2009, 17:44
Replies: 14
Views: 3,986
Posted By Gooneybird

Yep congrats. It's good to see.

Yep congrats. It's good to see.
Forum: African Aviation
10th Apr 2009, 17:39
Replies: 17
Views: 4,552
Posted By Gooneybird

You need to travel more. Zambia is paradise...

You need to travel more. Zambia is paradise compared with what lies north of it's border.

Which was? I'm British myself by the way, and whilst I'm proud of my own country I really don't know the...
Forum: African Aviation
9th Apr 2009, 17:35
Replies: 10
Views: 1,806
Posted By Gooneybird

I want to eat. i fly in order to afford doing so....

I want to eat. i fly in order to afford doing so.

To the OP, pack a lunchbox.
Forum: African Aviation
3rd Apr 2009, 15:40
Replies: 12
Views: 2,781
Posted By Gooneybird

I think it's 6 weeks on and 6 weeks off.

I think it's 6 weeks on and 6 weeks off.
Forum: African Aviation
29th Mar 2009, 13:09
Replies: 14
Views: 1,940
Posted By Gooneybird

I don't know the specific legislation but if you...

I don't know the specific legislation but if you owe money to a company and offer to settle in installments then I think most would accept this for the simple reason that a court proceeding would...
Forum: African Aviation
29th Mar 2009, 13:04
Replies: 14
Views: 1,940
Posted By Gooneybird

sslut wrote: God damn sslut, you sound just...

sslut wrote:

God damn sslut, you sound just as bitter as me :}

Depends on the bond,some are fairly short term and therefore fair enough. I've been told that companies make these bonds back in...
Forum: African Aviation
29th Mar 2009, 12:45
Replies: 6
Views: 1,277
Posted By Gooneybird

Have to agree with Sat_Boss here. The industry is...

Have to agree with Sat_Boss here. The industry is down worldwide so wait it out, we've all been there and it has it's highs and lows.

As to countries to try, the...
Forum: African Aviation
25th Mar 2009, 11:12
Replies: 12
Views: 2,781
Posted By Gooneybird

Kittycat, yes calling them or applying online...

Kittycat, yes calling them or applying online will be the only way to know for sure.

Good luck :)
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