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Forum: ATC Issues
8th Apr 2016, 14:35
Replies: 29
Views: 15,493
Posted By rich_g85

I just completed my Basic and ADI back in March,...

I just completed my Basic and ADI back in March, self-funded.

Applied for an ATCO job at "an airport in the London area" while still at the college, I start a week Monday.

So it IS possible,...
Forum: Questions
28th Jan 2016, 08:06
Replies: 27
Views: 7,746
Posted By rich_g85

Thanks all :)

Thanks all :)
Forum: Questions
28th Jan 2016, 07:40
Replies: 27
Views: 7,746
Posted By rich_g85

Question Checks when calling 'stable' on final approach

Hi all,
I'm currently doing my UK ATC training, specifically Basic & ADI. During the course we've been shown various takeoff and approach/landing videos taken from the flight deck of A320/737 types,...
Forum: Private Flying
19th Feb 2015, 20:38
Replies: 67
Views: 8,444
Posted By rich_g85

Bournemouth Radar was indeed extremely busy...

Bournemouth Radar was indeed extremely busy yesterday, however we do endeavour to accommodate (and even offer) zone transits whenever possible. Particularly if it means a single can remain 'feet dry'...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
5th Dec 2013, 13:02
Replies: 10
Views: 2,353
Posted By rich_g85

Trouble with the sewing machine? :)

Trouble with the sewing machine? :)
Forum: Tech Log
19th Nov 2013, 12:16
Replies: 32
Views: 5,630
Posted By rich_g85

Potentially stupid question from a non-commercial...

Potentially stupid question from a non-commercial pilot, but are any of the callouts purely 'for the benefit of the tape' in the event it all goes wrong?

I've watched one cockpit video (from a...
Forum: Questions
8th Nov 2013, 13:07
Replies: 16
Views: 4,726
Posted By rich_g85

flarepilot, thank you for your reply. I've...

flarepilot, thank you for your reply.

I've been interested in aviation ever since we lived in the US for 2 years in the early 90s. My best friend's Dad over there was a First Officer with US Air....
Forum: Questions
8th Nov 2013, 12:13
Replies: 16
Views: 4,726
Posted By rich_g85

Thank you both for your replies. I didn't realise...

Thank you both for your replies. I didn't realise that much of the basic flying is in SOPs, making my example somewhat unrealistic - I think you got the gist of what I was asking though. :-)

What...
Forum: Questions
7th Nov 2013, 12:34
Replies: 16
Views: 4,726
Posted By rich_g85

Escalation of verbal communication between pilots

I (as a mere PPL holder) was curious to learn how the verbal communication between pilots in a multi-crew environment escalates when things begin to get out of shape.

For instance (just a simple...
Forum: Private Flying
5th Nov 2013, 16:05
Replies: 46
Views: 10,230
Posted By rich_g85

Adam, I'm halfway through the training for a...

Adam,
I'm halfway through the training for a Night Rating (or Qualification?) and found your real world experiences very sobering. Thank you for sharing.
Forum: Private Flying
17th Oct 2013, 12:34
Replies: 18
Views: 3,026
Posted By rich_g85

Bournemouth were happy to switch off the approach...

Bournemouth were happy to switch off the approach lights, crossbars, TDZ, centreline and PAPIs but they either couldn't (or wouldn't) turn off the edge lights or threshold & end lights. They did...
Forum: Private Flying
20th Aug 2013, 12:44
Replies: 54
Views: 6,949
Posted By rich_g85

As the others say, a ban seems harsh for a first...

As the others say, a ban seems harsh for a first offence. But learn from it and move on.

Next time - "Fuel: On, BALANCED and sufficient. Pump on/off, pressure green."
Forum: ATC Issues
18th Jun 2013, 18:16
Replies: 27
Views: 8,165
Posted By rich_g85

Burnie (and indeed everyone who contributed...

Burnie (and indeed everyone who contributed interesting insights) - thank you! :ok:
Forum: ATC Issues
14th Jun 2013, 14:04
Replies: 27
Views: 8,165
Posted By rich_g85

That's what I thought. Thanks Gonzo. :)

That's what I thought. Thanks Gonzo. :)
Forum: ATC Issues
14th Jun 2013, 13:37
Replies: 27
Views: 8,165
Posted By rich_g85

Thanks all for taking the time to reply. Very...

Thanks all for taking the time to reply. Very enlightening and interesting to read. I also looked through CAP745.

One other question (and I think I know the answer already) - is the MATS Part 2...
Forum: ATC Issues
13th Jun 2013, 12:45
Replies: 27
Views: 8,165
Posted By rich_g85

What action do controllers take if an aircraft declares a pan?

Firstly I'm not after any confidential or sensitive information, I'd just like to know what happens behind the scenes! I'm also aware that answers will vary depending on the exact situation.

So...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
28th Mar 2013, 16:20
Replies: 3
Views: 2,368
Posted By rich_g85

Mate on the flight said it was an engine failure...

Mate on the flight said it was an engine failure after takeoff.
Forum: Tech Log
5th Feb 2013, 12:44
Replies: 5
Views: 3,276
Posted By rich_g85

Hi, Given that you fly Robins and PA28s from...

Hi, Given that you fly Robins and PA28s from Bournemouth, I'd say you belong to the same Club as me. :-) The mass & balance data for all the Club aircraft can be found in the POH (Pilot's Operating...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Oct 2012, 08:57
Replies: 5
Views: 997
Posted By rich_g85

I can't help with your questions around QXC...

I can't help with your questions around QXC routes, but your final sentence sounded very familiar.

I remember all through my PPL training, scrimping and saving for that next lesson and wishing I...
Forum: ATC Issues
5th Oct 2012, 10:45
Replies: 37
Views: 9,629
Posted By rich_g85

Bit rude wasn't it?

Bit rude wasn't it?
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
2nd Oct 2012, 16:50
Replies: 8
Views: 6,412
Posted By rich_g85

Thank you BillieBob :)

Thank you BillieBob :)
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
2nd Oct 2012, 13:21
Replies: 8
Views: 6,412
Posted By rich_g85

Night Rating/Qualification under EASA?

Hello, I have a JAR PPL(A) (deemed EASA Part-FCL) and I would like to be able to fly at night.

Under JAR I'd have done a Night Qualification but CAP 804 now makes reference to a Night Rating:
...
Forum: ATC Issues
1st Oct 2012, 10:28
Replies: 37
Views: 9,629
Posted By rich_g85

This often happens at Bournemouth, except we're...

This often happens at Bournemouth, except we're normally given 'orbit left/right at the end of downwind', with the orbit on the 'outside' of the circuit. The traffic on final is always told the...
Forum: Private Flying
6th Sep 2012, 12:37
Replies: 22
Views: 3,750
Posted By rich_g85

trpgpilot, I agree that there are many areas of...

trpgpilot, I agree that there are many areas of private flying/GA which could use some modernisation. That said, I'm sure you'd agree that this particular rule is there for a very good reason.
Forum: Private Flying
6th Sep 2012, 06:59
Replies: 22
Views: 3,750
Posted By rich_g85

I've considered doing this, but always decided...

I've considered doing this, but always decided against it. Something along the lines of "I've got a spare seat, anyone want to join me for a flight?" No mention (or expectation) of money though.
...
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Aug 2012, 11:52
Replies: 20
Views: 5,380
Posted By rich_g85

Hi David, I've been there this year.. what would...

Hi David, I've been there this year.. what would you like to know? Rich
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Aug 2012, 09:07
Replies: 13
Views: 6,500
Posted By rich_g85

There's a photograph on the Salisbury Journal:...

There's a photograph on the Salisbury Journal: Pilot killed in plane crash (From Salisbury Journal)...
Forum: Private Flying
23rd Aug 2012, 08:23
Replies: 4
Views: 2,240
Posted By rich_g85

Interesting question. Just realised I wanted to...

Interesting question. Just realised I wanted to know this as well! Forgive my ignorance, but would the controller get lots of nuisance 'separation' warnings with the aircraft so close to each other?...
Forum: Questions
17th Aug 2012, 12:44
Replies: 38
Views: 43,167
Posted By rich_g85

I don't yet fly aircraft with retractable gear so...

I don't yet fly aircraft with retractable gear so please forgive the question, but what are the criteria which need to be met for the 'gear up' call? Is it just a case of "positive rate" from the...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
31st Jul 2012, 12:02
Replies: 2
Views: 1,784
Posted By rich_g85

GC737, with respect I think you've either...

GC737, with respect I think you've either mis-read or mis-understood whitakerjl's question. I too am a UK pilot, although the basic principles are the same. I'm referring to this chart, valid to 23...
Forum: Tech Log
17th Jul 2012, 11:35
Replies: 14
Views: 3,046
Posted By rich_g85

I was taught during my PPL that NO PART of the...

I was taught during my PPL that NO PART of the aircraft may be forward of the line if not cleared to proceed further.
Forum: Private Flying
13th Jul 2012, 10:49
Replies: 19
Views: 3,268
Posted By rich_g85

Well done, sounds like you had a fair bit to deal...

Well done, sounds like you had a fair bit to deal with on the rejoin. Just remember that if the approach is looking 'a bit spicy' and you're too high/too fast, or if you just aren't happy with it...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jul 2012, 11:26
Replies: 38
Views: 4,294
Posted By rich_g85

I can't tell whether your comments were directed...

I can't tell whether your comments were directed specifically at me BEagle, but I'll answer them anyway. Firstly I don't have any devices capable of producing a magenta line, as I actually quite...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jul 2012, 09:16
Replies: 38
Views: 4,294
Posted By rich_g85

Thanks to you both for your replies. I hadn't...

Thanks to you both for your replies. I hadn't thought of using Plymouth Mil - will bear them in mind next time. dublinpilot - Yes, I certainly did check the NOTAMs! I worked hard to get my licence...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jul 2012, 08:40
Replies: 38
Views: 4,294
Posted By rich_g85

Requesting the Status of a Danger Area

A small question that arose after my flight yesterday, which took us via Weymouth to Sandbanks, through D026. I've always just asked Bournemouth Radar, who I'm in contact with already and are always...
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