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Forum: Middle East
11th Apr 2017, 03:17
Replies: 179
Views: 252,597
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

EK Woes

Very well written PS.

Accurate, honest, succinct and eloquently crafted. I cannot add anything to your post.

I have been out of EK for 5 years now, to all my former colleagues I can attest...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
18th Sep 2013, 23:49
Replies: 45
Views: 11,697
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Angry Alternate

Framer is spot on!

EK always carry an alternate. The alternate for YBBN is YBCG! The alternate for YMML is YMAV. Not much holding fuel - especially if there are storms!!

The company policy is...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
17th Sep 2013, 22:34
Replies: 45
Views: 11,697
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Probably didn't have the holding fuel. ...

Probably didn't have the holding fuel.

Overseas operators can disregard the requirements for holding fuel for Thunderstorms. Yep I know it's stupid! But it's in the manual. :rolleyes:
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
21st Apr 2013, 10:58
Replies: 40
Views: 20,432
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Great thing?

Do you mean great things for TT??

Hope so for the 300 or so jobs at stake....:confused:
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
3rd Jan 2013, 17:56
Replies: 2
Views: 5,387
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Thumbs down A340 OZ base

It's the ADF "troop carrier" contract operated by the Portugese company HiFly. Clapped out old A343 based BNE. Paid in Euro's, you pay your own taxes and commuting/accommodation costs. It's a job,...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
19th Nov 2012, 08:49
Replies: 16
Views: 4,216
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Command skills

Well said Ned. I've been in this game 34 years and I always enjoy (or try to) going to work. My tuppence worth;

1. Integrity
2. Honesty
3. Responsibility

Never be arrogant, aggressive or a...
Forum: The Pacific: General Aviation & Questions
23rd Feb 2012, 10:14
Replies: 28
Views: 15,415
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Question HyFly

Noticed they are advertising for Brisbane base. Same pay but 3 on 4 off Roster or 18 on 11 off Roster. Is anyone here currently on the Contract? Or care to comment on Conditions / Rosters please?...
Forum: Middle East
20th Feb 2012, 21:17
Replies: 294
Views: 111,697
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

DEC's

I once had a TRE tell me that the biggest mistake EK has made in this whole debacle, is that they stopped hiring DEC's. :eek:

He was f$&@"g lucky I have a good sense of humour!! :yuk:

I...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
24th Dec 2011, 00:26
Replies: 33
Views: 23,948
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

EK Fatigue

They also employed the Head of Aviation Medical a few years ago. He should have plenty of 'Dirt' on them. The silence is deafening! :ugh:
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
20th Dec 2011, 21:45
Replies: 33
Views: 23,948
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

EK Fatigue

I have flown with Americans and Brits who were queried by their relevant Authorities (FAA / UK CAA) regarding their Logbook hours (cumulative) when they renewed their Licenses back home. Not sure of...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
19th Dec 2011, 22:43
Replies: 33
Views: 23,948
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Thumbs down Crew "Resigned"

You are correct Gobbledock. Had they not "resigned", certain threats were made in a rather assertive manner, such as loss of Provident Scheme for one. The main "aggressor" (a certain talking Horse)...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
19th Dec 2011, 21:05
Replies: 33
Views: 23,948
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

EK Tail Strike

Yeh I hear ya Krusty. I wonder if the ATSB are getting the "full" picture from our Clowns (no pun intended) in head office in DXB. For example a Temporary Revision that was issued on LPC performance...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
18th Dec 2011, 03:08
Replies: 33
Views: 23,948
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

EK Tail Strike

No Nev, the ULR "Rest Plan" in the OM-C calls for the Relief Crew to be on first break. The Operating Crew have to wait about 6 hours, so it's assumed they would have been "well rested". Have done...
Forum: Middle East
31st Aug 2011, 02:59
Replies: 4
Views: 2,987
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

New EK T & C's

Are you havin a laugh??

Keep dreaming Dude :}
Forum: Middle East
26th Aug 2011, 03:42
Replies: 36
Views: 11,277
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Thumbs up Fuel Intimidation Letters

Nicely put Pixy.

I also question their rationale in calculation methodology of; "you've loaded an average of "X" tons for the last "Y" number of flights and therefore cost the Company "Z" tons in...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
6th Aug 2011, 05:48
Replies: 41
Views: 11,815
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

China Southern

It IS CHINA SOUTHERN - Al E Vator is 100% correct!

I have just applied to them... Based SYD, MEL... BNE to follow.

Very good T & C's!

Good luck to all.
Forum: Middle East
2nd Aug 2011, 03:45
Replies: 29
Views: 7,087
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Thumbs up EK Pay / Rostering

An extremely accurate and very well written post Proxy! :D

A must read for all potential EK new joiners and those that are considering Training.
Forum: Rumours & News
26th Apr 2011, 02:35
Replies: 65
Views: 40,908
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Alpha Floor

Alpha Floor is inhibited above Mach 0.53.

So it IS possible to get into trouble at high Alt + Turbulence.
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
9th Dec 2010, 05:06
Replies: 74
Views: 13,719
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Thumbs up Weather Holding Fuel

Adamastor, very well said :D

Finally some common sense. I think it's called "Airmanship" and "Command decision making". If the weather's Cr@p and the approach is marginal for GP inop or for...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
6th Dec 2010, 13:29
Replies: 74
Views: 13,719
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Snoop Hoding Fuel

A380 Driver: Not trying to stir the Pot, but you are missing the point Dude. RPT domestic Ops in OZ don't require an Alternate, unless it's below Alternate Minima or SAM's. EK Ops DO. Regardless of...
Forum: Middle East
1st Nov 2010, 03:47
Replies: 20
Views: 11,291
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

EK "Training"

Willie, I agree with all of your post except the last paragraph. Unfortunately there are Trainers here at EK who couldn't teach a Dog how to take a cr@p!

There are many line Captains who have...
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
12th Oct 2010, 05:47
Replies: 9
Views: 3,881
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Goodbye old mate

I knew Ray for many years, had the absolute pleasure of flying with him on many occasions. He was a true Gentleman, a man of great integrity and a wonderful fellow Aviator. My heart goes out to his...
Forum: Middle East
6th Oct 2010, 12:56
Replies: 17
Views: 3,875
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Thumbs up Buy that man a pint, in fact make it SEVERAL!

Buy that man a pint, in fact make it SEVERAL!
Forum: Fragrant Harbour
9th Sep 2010, 11:25
Replies: 10
Views: 5,205
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

IPEP/Top Cover

Me too. Any info good or bad please.

Anyone?
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
28th Aug 2010, 19:16
Replies: 438
Views: 90,364
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Angry B.B's Interview - The race to the bottom continues!!

I have to disagree, B.B. is clearly comparing Pilot wages to Blue Collar workers. I think as professional Pilots we should all be outraged! His comments are (as are the proposals) incredibly...
Forum: Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific
5th Jun 2010, 06:17
Replies: 100
Views: 25,586
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Emirates needs 700 Pilots!

Wiz,

I do not wish to stir things up, as this thread is quite obviously turning into a P!ssing contest. You make some very good points and you are obviously relatively happy in the sandpit and...
Forum: Middle East
28th Apr 2010, 09:53
Replies: 28
Views: 10,322
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

ED's Departure

Exactly, well said F.M. & S.S.!!

Given his latest debarcle with the Airbus adhoc Summer leave, goal posts moving at the 11th hour!

His departure is not soon enough :mad:
Forum: Middle East
20th Mar 2010, 12:26
Replies: 7
Views: 2,334
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Tailscrape

Dude good questions!

1. Nothing. The silence is deafening!
2. No it is worse! Disgraceful rostering practices.
3. Very poorly handled.
4. No it was a typical knee jerk reaction! "hang the...
Forum: Middle East
4th Mar 2010, 06:23
Replies: 77
Views: 184,980
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Thumbs up Stripy PJ's

Pure Gold son pure GOLD!

Dude - YOU have definitely missed your calling!!

Laugh.... I nearly p!ssed myself! :}
Forum: Middle East
19th Jan 2010, 05:09
Replies: 36
Views: 9,384
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Gain experience on a smaller widebody??

Have to agree also. Complete CR@P! Gotoindia.

Is this a wind up or are you serious?
Forum: Middle East
17th Dec 2009, 08:08
Replies: 39
Views: 10,278
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Nope. Me niether!:mad:

Nope. Me niether!:mad:
Forum: Middle East
13th May 2009, 07:57
Replies: 108
Views: 40,748
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

The Lunatics are definitely running the Asylum!

Wizard you are 100% correct. :ok:

The other day A.A.R. actually graced us with his presence towards the end of the meeting and muttered something largely un intelligible and completely undid any...
Forum: Middle East
18th May 2008, 13:54
Replies: 65
Views: 12,765
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

DEC's

Billy you are SPOT ON :ok: I couldn't agree more.

Well said! :D
Forum: Middle East
17th May 2008, 08:14
Replies: 65
Views: 12,765
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

swish266

Mr Swish,
My Dear Chap, you underestimate me!

The only way we will be flying together will be on a Line Check or SIM evaluation MATE! I'm sure the Flight Training Scheduler will also be able to...
Forum: Middle East
15th May 2008, 13:55
Replies: 65
Views: 12,765
Posted By EK_Bus Driver

Emirates DEC

Dear Mr Swish,

In view of some of your previous posts;






In view of these wonderful and highly informative and I must say intelligently constructed Posts. :yuk: We can all...
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