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Forum: Middle East
4th Mar 2019, 03:23
Replies: 9
Views: 7,033
Posted By TCU LUX

Over 40 days VA between APR & MAY. Sucks but...

Over 40 days VA between APR & MAY. Sucks but guess what....EK were never going to let us take that leave in any other way. It would have just sat in your leave bank till the day you resigned. Take...
Forum: Middle East
26th Nov 2017, 13:09
Replies: 7
Views: 3,302
Posted By TCU LUX

I think you've misunderstood. I was pointing out...

I think you've misunderstood. I was pointing out that the Oman Insurance (through APC) does not cover PWRT. I am looking for alternative insurance cover. SO yes, I've "Got it" and don't need a layer...
Forum: Middle East
26th Nov 2017, 09:08
Replies: 7
Views: 3,302
Posted By TCU LUX

How does the premium compare with API - i.e. 120...

How does the premium compare with API - i.e. 120 USD per 100,000 USD of additional coverage and does it include the passive war participation (or equivalent)?

Thanks alot for your reply
Forum: Middle East
26th Nov 2017, 09:02
Replies: 7
Views: 3,302
Posted By TCU LUX

Thanks for the info. This insurance seems to be...

Thanks for the info. This insurance seems to be similar to the one through APC (in terms of price) - through OMAN Insurance Company. Except no benefit is payable for 'Passive Participation in War!
Forum: Middle East
22nd Nov 2017, 07:31
Replies: 7
Views: 3,302
Posted By TCU LUX

Life Insurance

Does anyone know of a good life insurance for us poor pilots?

I have a policy at the moment but it's linked to membership of APC which I'm considering not to renew.

I almost never use the APC...
Forum: Middle East
21st Aug 2017, 10:19
Replies: 56
Views: 49,201
Posted By TCU LUX

Come on Guys n Gals....do any of you actually...

Come on Guys n Gals....do any of you actually really give a @#$% what these muppets say/write anymore :ugh:

The lunatics are running the asylum...:rolleyes:
Forum: Middle East
25th Apr 2017, 07:25
Replies: 13
Views: 5,181
Posted By TCU LUX

That's true. But they continue to increase fees...

That's true. But they continue to increase fees while increasing the number of exclusions :=
Forum: Middle East
24th Apr 2017, 17:12
Replies: 13
Views: 5,181
Posted By TCU LUX

Actually you're correct . This was announced in...

Actually you're correct . This was announced in Feb and became effective since April. So not another 10%.

Climbing off my high horse...but still not happy about it :}
Forum: Middle East
24th Apr 2017, 17:03
Replies: 13
Views: 5,181
Posted By TCU LUX

The new rates quoted are 10% more than I paid...

The new rates quoted are 10% more than I paid last month...so I would say it's another 10%? Open to correction.
Forum: Middle East
24th Apr 2017, 13:38
Replies: 13
Views: 5,181
Posted By TCU LUX

Medical Insurance increased yet again!!

Just in case you hadn't noticed - Emirates Cat A medical insurance premiums (for dependants) had gone up yet again.

10% this time.

Should we expect a similar increase in salary :ugh::ugh::ugh:...
Forum: Middle East
22nd Jan 2017, 12:41
Replies: 240
Views: 264,169
Posted By TCU LUX

The best post I've read on these forums for...

The best post I've read on these forums for years. Fantastic advise HenryDog.

Enjoy the fresh air, greenery & quality sleep. I'm sure your physical and mental health will be so much better off.
...
Forum: Middle East
26th Sep 2016, 08:52
Replies: 5
Views: 4,364
Posted By TCU LUX

"Earlier this week members of trade union British...

"Earlier this week members of trade union British Airline Pilots Association voted overwhelmingly in favour of industrial action due to concerns over pilot fatigue"

Wow......
Forum: Middle East
24th Sep 2016, 11:18
Replies: 5
Views: 4,364
Posted By TCU LUX

Co-Pilot: UK Bases _ Non Type Rated

Hi all,

Just wondering if anyone out there has investigated this option. It appears to be a full time permanent contract based in UK.

In might be a good (i.e. relatively good :sad:) option for...
Forum: Middle East
22nd Sep 2016, 11:50
Replies: 91
Views: 71,011
Posted By TCU LUX

:ok: True Seriously. I for one am starting...

:ok: True

Seriously. I for one am starting to hate this job. Had much more fun in work & life flying 737 low cost - and never had this feeling of a zombie like existence.
Forum: Middle East
22nd Sep 2016, 11:35
Replies: 91
Views: 71,011
Posted By TCU LUX

Max 2 days off in row. It's absolutely...

Max 2 days off in row.

It's absolutely horrendous on the 777.

:yuk::yuk::yuk::yuk::yuk:
Forum: Middle East
14th Jul 2016, 19:55
Replies: 25
Views: 12,476
Posted By TCU LUX

True. Life goes either way.

True. Life goes either way.
Forum: Middle East
14th Jul 2016, 19:35
Replies: 25
Views: 12,476
Posted By TCU LUX

Many of you are missing the point. Airbus...

Many of you are missing the point.

Airbus are losing money on each A380 they produce. They are not in the business of charity or arogence. It's time to cut their losses hence the reduction in...
Forum: Middle East
6th Jun 2016, 06:17
Replies: 25
Views: 9,819
Posted By TCU LUX

HD, Page 26 states that the Death Benefits...

HD,

Page 26 states that the Death Benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of Oman Insurance Company. I doubt very much that they would be any different to the other insurers....I.e. will...
Forum: Middle East
24th Dec 2015, 11:13
Replies: 93
Views: 41,130
Posted By TCU LUX

Thanks Aussie, Just booked a slot @...

Thanks Aussie,

Just booked a slot @ 1200-1500 on 8th by following your link.

Not many spaces left so hurry.

This is going to really hurt EK :ok:
Forum: Middle East
16th Dec 2015, 15:49
Replies: 4,944
Views: 3,495,537
Posted By TCU LUX

Sure it's the pilots fault. So I'm off the...

Sure it's the pilots fault.

So I'm off the read 'The Secret'

All will be fine then - a bed of roses ...thanks for the tip :ugh:
Forum: Middle East
16th Dec 2015, 15:26
Replies: 4,944
Views: 3,495,537
Posted By TCU LUX

Lies, damn lies, statistics -- and what you said....

Lies, damn lies, statistics -- and what you said.

Emirates rostering practices are terrible.

The single greatest treat to safety/security in Emirates is FATIGUE.

ANYONE joining this airline...
Forum: Middle East
22nd Oct 2015, 15:08
Replies: 54
Views: 17,505
Posted By TCU LUX

777 RHS First four days are RSV followed...

777 RHS

First four days are RSV followed by..

96 hours in 3 weeks :yuk:

Max 2 days off in a row.

Got one Preference.
Forum: Middle East
15th Apr 2015, 12:00
Replies: 40
Views: 19,944
Posted By TCU LUX

:ok: That's hilarious.

:ok: That's hilarious.
Forum: Middle East
15th Apr 2015, 11:29
Replies: 105
Views: 44,660
Posted By TCU LUX

Thanks Man Flex. Got it now. Need to sharpen...

Thanks Man Flex. Got it now.

Need to sharpen up on Chapter 7 --- as I’ve got a feeling that crew controllers are going to be trying every trick in the book in the months ahead.
Forum: Middle East
15th Apr 2015, 10:31
Replies: 105
Views: 44,660
Posted By TCU LUX

On the matter of days off could someone please...

On the matter of days off could someone please help to explain something.

So, the OMA states that a crew member shall not be on duty more than 7 consecutive days before a minimum of one day off is...
Forum: Middle East
3rd Apr 2015, 06:26
Replies: 39
Views: 20,103
Posted By TCU LUX

91hrs plus plus this month. Same last month....

91hrs plus plus this month.

Same last month.

Over 92 hours in a month not long before that.

This has been the norm for almost a year now!

So yes, FO's are flying 92hrs a month.
Forum: Middle East
16th Feb 2015, 20:39
Replies: 90
Views: 78,825
Posted By TCU LUX

Guys/Gals, Whatever the recruitment...

Guys/Gals,

Whatever the recruitment people may spin to you at the roadshows there are some simple truths that you should know (I am open to correction by anyone that disagrees):
...
Forum: Middle East
4th Feb 2015, 11:51
Replies: 54
Views: 14,044
Posted By TCU LUX

Emirates has hit the rock bottom

16 months between last leave and next leave.

Emirates is a terrible place to work. For all you considering joining then do yourself a big favour stay well clear :(
Forum: Middle East
29th Oct 2014, 22:45
Replies: 135
Views: 69,525
Posted By TCU LUX

AD

What's up with all these AD's (available days) :ugh::ugh:

These muppets just can't give an off day :yuk:.

It's either 91.99999999 hours per month or something less with all these f*uck1ng AD's....
Forum: Middle East
5th Jun 2014, 17:33
Replies: 420
Views: 193,002
Posted By TCU LUX

GD, you're right. Post removed :ok:

GD, you're right. Post removed :ok:
Forum: Middle East
4th Jun 2014, 10:02
Replies: 349
Views: 218,437
Posted By TCU LUX

Meydan inks Dh700m bank financing deal

From the Gulfnews 4th June 2014...


Group taps CBI for revolving project financing facility to build a further 1,500 villas for Emirates Group that will add to an existing 528 units

“It was...
Forum: Middle East
22nd Dec 2011, 19:34
Replies: 8
Views: 6,330
Posted By TCU LUX

Thanks for all the comments. It's nice to get...

Thanks for all the comments. It's nice to get some real insider view of things.

Sounds like the swap system is not really working very well - which is a pity.

I have many gripes with my current...
Forum: Middle East
21st Dec 2011, 10:00
Replies: 8
Views: 6,330
Posted By TCU LUX

EK Swap system

Dear Guys/Gals,

A couple of months back, at one of the roadshows, the EK recruitment team suggested that there was a swap system in place at EK - basically you find someone suitable to swap a...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
8th Nov 2011, 16:20
Replies: 3,326
Views: 1,386,896
Posted By TCU LUX

73addict, Thank you so much... just the info...

73addict,

Thank you so much... just the info I needed.

I'm flying 800 and would have found it very difficult to use the old stlye round ASI at this stage! It's hard to re-teach an auld dog old...
Forum: Terms and Endearment
8th Nov 2011, 16:13
Replies: 3,326
Views: 1,386,896
Posted By TCU LUX

Hi bluepilot, Sim check is for a large ME...

Hi bluepilot,

Sim check is for a large ME carrier that is currently doing assessments in UK. I guess the only Sim's available are the B737-400... I'm used to flying the 800 so it's going to be...
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