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Forum: Rumours & News
28th Jun 2020, 14:25
Replies: 1,808
Views: 3,079,372
Posted By Dunbar

I don't understand your point. At 15nm in that...

I don't understand your point. At 15nm in that energy state, the only logical thing to do in a passenger jet is to get more track miles. Otherwise the workload will go through the roof and continue...
Forum: Safety, CRM, QA & Emergency Response Planning
26th Mar 2012, 13:25
Replies: 68
Views: 14,088
Posted By Dunbar

One day CRM classes may not be effective but the...

One day CRM classes may not be effective but the central tenets of CRM, or effective non technical skills are without doubt a major contribution to flight safety. Things like effective communication,...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
23rd Feb 2012, 11:26
Replies: 1
Views: 1,982
Posted By Dunbar

Contact for Adam Whitehead at CAA?

Hi there

I need to send an email to Adam Whitehead, CAA Senior Examiner...could someone please PM me an email address that is in the public domain? I've not had much luck on a google search. I'm...
Forum: Rumours & News
26th Jun 2011, 07:47
Replies: 168
Views: 67,649
Posted By Dunbar

Not speculating on this example Nigel, but that's...

Not speculating on this example Nigel, but that's a different case...I've found putting the object (forgotten wallet, loadsheet etc) in a bag and tying it to the escape rope allows for a graceful...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
25th Jun 2011, 20:58
Replies: 16
Views: 4,490
Posted By Dunbar

Thanks for all the replies, I've made my decision...

Thanks for all the replies, I've made my decision based on all the info provided and my own research.

Best

D
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
23rd Jun 2011, 14:23
Replies: 16
Views: 4,490
Posted By Dunbar

OK...yes, it would be aerial work though I...

OK...yes, it would be aerial work though I wouldn't be 'instructing' aeros, just finishing the sortie with a couple of manoeuvres (does a wingover count as aerobatic? I'm sure someone will tell me it...
Forum: Flying Instructors & Examiners
22nd Jun 2011, 19:02
Replies: 16
Views: 4,490
Posted By Dunbar

Aerobatics and FI (R) flying with PPL

Hi,

I wonder if anyone knows or can point me towards the correct reference...

Can an FI (R) with Aeros restriction fly aerobatics when flying with a PPL holder or other licence holder? I ask...
Forum: Military Aviation
14th Feb 2011, 09:10
Replies: 398
Views: 119,997
Posted By Dunbar

For those that get chopped...there is another...

For those that get chopped...there is another hope. Likely as not, there will be an increased demand for commercial pilots in the near future. The lifestyle is great, you do get to fly for a living...
Forum: Rumours & News
10th Feb 2011, 20:48
Replies: 1,357
Views: 810,509
Posted By Dunbar

I'd like to see a reference for this 3 approach...

I'd like to see a reference for this 3 approach 'rule'. In my airline we're strongly advised not to attempt more than 2 approaches to GIB before diverting but that is only company procedure...

I...
Forum: Tech Log
4th Nov 2010, 21:50
Replies: 5
Views: 1,483
Posted By Dunbar

...Is the correct answer! Flashpoint of skydrol...

...Is the correct answer! Flashpoint of skydrol etc:D
Forum: Tech Log
30th Oct 2010, 21:06
Replies: 60
Views: 27,888
Posted By Dunbar

What a daft thread. I do/don't, repeat ad...

What a daft thread.

I do/don't, repeat ad infinitum preferably in alternating posts :rolleyes:
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Oct 2010, 19:54
Replies: 56
Views: 15,126
Posted By Dunbar

I wanted to, I really did, but I can't just leave...

I wanted to, I really did, but I can't just leave it at that...:)

Challenging flight + distraction in the approach phase + single pilot (though that doesn't have to be the case) = possibility of...
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Oct 2010, 19:47
Replies: 56
Views: 15,126
Posted By Dunbar

You're a funny guy. You been flying long?

You're a funny guy. You been flying long?
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Oct 2010, 19:30
Replies: 56
Views: 15,126
Posted By Dunbar

Hehe..love the quote above about confidence...

Hehe..love the quote above about confidence exceeding ability...truest words in aviation.

As a civvie pilot (albeit one who displays ex-military aircraft) I have to say trim stab, there really are...
Forum: Tech Log
6th Oct 2010, 17:26
Replies: 1,524
Views: 743,046
Posted By Dunbar

They may have intended to do a test (should that...

They may have intended to do a test (should that be TEST) but their mindset was that that of a demonstration ie they did not expect the test to fail and they did not have gross error figures of the...
Forum: Tech Log
5th Oct 2010, 22:08
Replies: 1,524
Views: 743,046
Posted By Dunbar

The key point here is that they were not...

The key point here is that they were not conducting a TEST of the system...they may have been misled by the incorrect depiction of the protection limits on the speed tape, but if they had considered...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Oct 2010, 20:23
Replies: 68
Views: 18,504
Posted By Dunbar

Firestorm Of course they fly over W London...

Firestorm

Of course they fly over W London on approach but this was over Wimbledon (WSW) at 1500'. That almost never happens, since even a tight approach to 7.5 miles base turn will have the a/c...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Oct 2010, 14:39
Replies: 68
Views: 18,504
Posted By Dunbar

Hehe...I should add that as an 'aviation...

Hehe...I should add that as an 'aviation professional' it wasn't deafening nor terrifyingly low, just a bit unusual to see it over 'one's abode'.

As for faulty lights...yep, sometimes the sensors...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Oct 2010, 09:34
Replies: 68
Views: 18,504
Posted By Dunbar

I think the clue is in BAW... It's good to...

I think the clue is in BAW...

It's good to know you all keep a close eye on what happens at LHR...I'll be careful where I drop my gear in future;)
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Oct 2010, 08:47
Replies: 68
Views: 18,504
Posted By Dunbar

747 lowish over Wimbledon

At about 0930 this morning, heard loud engine sounds, just caught a glimpse of a 747 northbound, looked less then 2000'. Quite odd, we're about 10nm from LHR..just a repositioning go around or a less...
Forum: Rumours & News
29th Sep 2010, 19:34
Replies: 143
Views: 78,051
Posted By Dunbar

"after all, when it all goes pear shaped, the...

"after all, when it all goes pear shaped, the last item one might desire, in a very critical point in time, is a pilot who might say...'oh gosh, I wonder what the QRH has to say?"

411A,

You'll...
Forum: Military Aviation
17th Sep 2010, 20:47
Replies: 108
Views: 24,491
Posted By Dunbar

Anyone who has had a pair of wings pinned on 'em...

Anyone who has had a pair of wings pinned on 'em in a ceremony will be grinning when they see that news clip. Well done, special day for you all.
Forum: Rumours & News
6th Sep 2010, 19:49
Replies: 71
Views: 22,795
Posted By Dunbar

Gentlemen, This thread is pointless. Wise...

Gentlemen,

This thread is pointless. Wise pilots know that to generalise about previous experience is a waste of time. As a TRE I have failed ex-fast jet pilots now flying airliners and I have...
Forum: Private Flying
27th Aug 2010, 20:46
Replies: 2
Views: 1,010
Posted By Dunbar

Airbus formation South Coast 28/8/10

Might be worth getting to Beach Head with a camera (on the ground...) tomorrow...BA Airbus in formation with Spit and Hurri, Manston (1440L) then routing South coast to Seaford...2-5000' feet as per...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
27th Aug 2010, 20:41
Replies: 0
Views: 591
Posted By Dunbar

BoB Commemorative Flight 28/8/10

Might be worth getting to Beach Head with a camera (on the ground...) tomorrow...BA Airbus in formation with Spit and Hurri, Manston (1440L) then routing South coast to Seaford...2-5000' feet as per...
Forum: Tech Log
1st Mar 2010, 10:46
Replies: 12
Views: 5,830
Posted By Dunbar

Of course, I am admonished. A320 series. You can,...

Of course, I am admonished. A320 series. You can, apparently. And no loss of ancillaries either as far as I can tell.

Thanks for the posts.
Forum: Tech Log
1st Mar 2010, 06:32
Replies: 12
Views: 5,830
Posted By Dunbar

I lucked in here for answers... Here's a...

I lucked in here for answers...

Here's a greater emergency...Kegworth '89, incorrect engine shut down.Birdstrike, followed by a sub idle condition on the live engine...whatever, that isn't the...
Forum: Tech Log
28th Feb 2010, 22:18
Replies: 12
Views: 5,830
Posted By Dunbar

Airbus Engine Fire pb...restart after use?

Hi there,

Just a quick one...if the fire pb is pushed can the engine be re-started in the event of a greater emergency? Any FCOM reference?

Cheers
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
7th Feb 2010, 08:43
Replies: 16
Views: 1,800
Posted By Dunbar

Thanks for all the info, much obliged

Thanks for all the info, much obliged
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
6th Feb 2010, 08:56
Replies: 16
Views: 1,800
Posted By Dunbar

Thanks for that, tho i am surprised...I thought...

Thanks for that, tho i am surprised...I thought only Concorde carried it then

Cheers Jon
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
6th Feb 2010, 07:16
Replies: 16
Views: 1,800
Posted By Dunbar

BA 777 G-YMMH World tail

Hi there,

I'm commissioning a print of the first 777 (G-YMMH) I flew in 2001 but I can't remember what scheme it was carrying back then...does anyone know what the tail colours were in 2001?
...
Forum: Tech Log
11th Nov 2009, 20:35
Replies: 13
Views: 2,285
Posted By Dunbar

Why on earth would a professional pilot need a...

Why on earth would a professional pilot need a calculator to work out a cross wind component?

Having said that, iphones are great.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
15th Jun 2009, 22:16
Replies: 5
Views: 2,296
Posted By Dunbar

Direct law? Just put the gear down in alternate...

Direct law? Just put the gear down in alternate law...USE MAN PITCH TRIM on the PFD...
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
25th May 2009, 11:48
Replies: 339
Views: 158,386
Posted By Dunbar

Ah, the 'freak gust of wind' defence...which of...

Ah, the 'freak gust of wind' defence...which of us hasn't used it at some time or other?:)
Forum: Aviation History and Nostalgia
29th Apr 2009, 21:06
Replies: 0
Views: 543
Posted By Dunbar

Alberto Bertelli T6 Display

I came across this on youtube (sorry, not great at posting links but a search should bring it up)...I have to say that the way he racks the aircraft around at very low level had me wincing...Clearly...
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