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Forum: Rotorheads
10th Apr 2024, 14:13
Replies: 50
Views: 21,584
Posted By tonkaplonka

Just to update, MCSH returned to the skies on...

Just to update, MCSH returned to the skies on Monday after 415 days and a lot of repairs! Including a new tail boom!
Forum: Rotorheads
23rd Sep 2023, 17:17
Replies: 46
Views: 16,525
Posted By tonkaplonka

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/pprune.org-vbulletin/...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/pprune.org-vbulletin/1024x768/be3176b9_4c4f_4bd7_b870_afefff846420_9846af6e0eb0d521e34c48c63c7c194d06dbc6c1.jpeg
I don’t think it’s VIND. OHS machines have a white oil...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Sep 2023, 18:34
Replies: 46
Views: 16,525
Posted By tonkaplonka

Ouch!! Worlds fastest MGB removal! That’s a...

Ouch!! Worlds fastest MGB removal! That’s a write off I’d say! Bits of frame attached to the box still. Would be good to see with the covers off.
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Sep 2021, 02:52
Replies: 284
Views: 155,117
Posted By tonkaplonka

As far as I know, this is an earlier machine that...

As far as I know, this is an earlier machine that was built without the correct corrosion protection applied. The corrosion that resulted was kept in check and repaired as and when but was always...
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Sep 2021, 08:58
Replies: 306
Views: 146,400
Posted By tonkaplonka

https://www.energyvoice.com/oilandgas/north-sea/34...

https://www.energyvoice.com/oilandgas/north-sea/346820/babcock-completes-10m-sale-of-aberdeen-headquartered-helicopter-business-to-chc/
The deal is done.
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Oct 2020, 09:35
Replies: 62
Views: 19,848
Posted By tonkaplonka

I think the purpose of the bypass is to save as...

I think the purpose of the bypass is to save as much oil as possible in the event of a leak. Hot oil is better than no oil. I can’t remember what the capacity of the cooler is, I’m on leave but it...
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Nov 2019, 16:50
Replies: 73
Views: 74,334
Posted By tonkaplonka

Metal on the tail boom side and composite on the...

Metal on the tail boom side and composite on the aircraft side.
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
13th May 2019, 09:33
Replies: 17
Views: 5,137
Posted By tonkaplonka

Sounds like a similar path to myself. I was an...

Sounds like a similar path to myself. I was an apprentice HGV mechanic. I joined the RAF aged 20. I had a ball, did 12 years. I did my EASA Part 66 modules while still serving and got a job on...
Forum: Rotorheads
10th May 2019, 09:35
Replies: 244
Views: 308,508
Posted By tonkaplonka

I think the oil companies will be happy to use...

I think the oil companies will be happy to use Bristow as they can get contracts at a rock bottom price in the short term at least. Bristow needs cash flow in any way possible at the moment and...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Nov 2015, 11:48
Replies: 2,913
Views: 966,844
Posted By tonkaplonka

That's good. Nice to see everyone working...

That's good. Nice to see everyone working together for a happy outcome.
Crab, I'm not sure if they were winching but two of the S92's have winches fitted so I presume they were.
Forum: Rotorheads
20th Nov 2015, 17:45
Replies: 2,913
Views: 966,844
Posted By tonkaplonka

"Just out of interest, what is left of the RAF...

"Just out of interest, what is left of the RAF SAR Force has been rather busy lately.
RAF And Royal Navy In Dramatic Falklands Rescue | Forces TV"

Just to add, Bristow were also involved with...
Forum: Rumours & News
31st Aug 2015, 21:32
Replies: 918
Views: 1,118,152
Posted By tonkaplonka

That I do know. I was only answering the previous...

That I do know. I was only answering the previous question and giving Hamble a rough guide to how things operate in this world. As we all know this is a unique circumstance. I'm pretty sure though...
Forum: Rumours & News
31st Aug 2015, 20:42
Replies: 918
Views: 1,118,152
Posted By tonkaplonka

Traceability is an intrinsic part of aircraft...

Traceability is an intrinsic part of aircraft maintenance. A large component such as the flapperon should be easily traceable. For your information, all components from split pins to the largest...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Mar 2015, 22:54
Replies: 2,913
Views: 966,844
Posted By tonkaplonka

As long as it takes to turn a handle!:ugh:

As long as it takes to turn a handle!:ugh:
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
30th Jul 2014, 21:02
Replies: 14
Views: 4,594
Posted By tonkaplonka

I just spotted this. Bristow - bristowgroup.com...

I just spotted this. Bristow - bristowgroup.com (http://app01.bristowgroup.com/careers/positions.php)
Apprentice positions available.
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
28th Jul 2014, 23:16
Replies: 14
Views: 4,594
Posted By tonkaplonka

Hi Lizziesdad. I'll try my best to give you some...

Hi Lizziesdad. I'll try my best to give you some advice. She will need to be taken on as an apprentice. First though, she will need qualifications. Probably the minimum will be A levels in Maths...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Jul 2014, 20:11
Replies: 1
Views: 1,268
Posted By tonkaplonka

I'm not 100% sure, but my thinking is, if it's...

I'm not 100% sure, but my thinking is, if it's too high then lift can be produced. I may be wrong. When I worked on them, the FCU's were a real b*gger to adjust. Experience told me to account for...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
11th Jan 2014, 21:37
Replies: 7
Views: 3,066
Posted By tonkaplonka

It helped me personally, but in general, no. I...

It helped me personally, but in general, no. I joined the RAF with guys straight from school or who stacked shelves in Sainsbury. We were all in the same boat and the air force treated us...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
10th Jan 2014, 22:16
Replies: 7
Views: 3,066
Posted By tonkaplonka

I served my time as an HGV mechanic. At a similar...

I served my time as an HGV mechanic. At a similar age to yourself, I moved into aviation, although my route in was through the military. I served 12 years in the RAF and I'm now a licensed helicopter...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
28th Feb 2013, 12:39
Replies: 62
Views: 37,243
Posted By tonkaplonka

Bristow - bristowgroup.com...

Bristow - bristowgroup.com (http://app01.bristowgroup.com/careers/positions.php)
Have you thought about a career with rotary aircraft? Several apprentices from this scheme have degrees and have...
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Jan 2013, 11:48
Replies: 44
Views: 28,453
Posted By tonkaplonka

Were these the two pumas that ended up on their...

Were these the two pumas that ended up on their side at Baghdad Airport? If so it's good to know they're up and flying again.
Forum: Rotorheads
16th Nov 2012, 21:59
Replies: 994
Views: 294,492
Posted By tonkaplonka

Helicrazy, the answer is no. As discussed the...

Helicrazy, the answer is no. As discussed the Emlube is a seperate system. There are 2 sensors on the emlube system. One for glycol pressure and one for p2.4 engine bleed air pressure. It was the...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
16th Jul 2012, 08:45
Replies: 4
Views: 3,230
Posted By tonkaplonka

You're military experience counts as a recognised...

You're military experience counts as a recognised apprenticeship. Just fill out the log book with 12 months experience on civvy aircraft, send it to the caa with your testamonial and hey presto, a...
Forum: Military Aviation
5th Jul 2012, 09:30
Replies: 144
Views: 122,232
Posted By tonkaplonka

My sincere condolences to all those involved. ...

My sincere condolences to all those involved. RIP.

From an ex 15(r) techie.
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
2nd Apr 2012, 15:45
Replies: 2
Views: 1,323
Posted By tonkaplonka

TURBOT stands for turbine over temperature...

TURBOT stands for turbine over temperature sensor. They are fitted to the M12 of RB199 engines. Fiddly buggers to fit. They are made from firewire and are welded to the middle of the LP turbine...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
9th Feb 2012, 14:12
Replies: 15
Views: 7,995
Posted By tonkaplonka

I think a lot of the posts in here answer your...

I think a lot of the posts in here answer your questions. I'm doing the same as ironcheffley, and I left as a TG1 sootie four years ago. I did my B1.3 License and I haven't looked back since. I...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Sep 2010, 11:29
Replies: 752
Views: 348,035
Posted By tonkaplonka

I'm reading a book by Mark Urban called Task...

I'm reading a book by Mark Urban called Task Force Black. I'm quite sure some of the Puma crews will be interested in this one.
I'm quite enjoying it at the moment, I will comment more when I'm...
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Dec 2009, 17:52
Replies: 40
Views: 9,619
Posted By tonkaplonka

The fuel system on the Puma and Super Puma are...

The fuel system on the Puma and Super Puma are pretty much the same. The vent system is identical, as are the anti-spill valves.
I served in Iraq at the secret airbase with the Puma fleet and I am...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
30th Oct 2009, 22:08
Replies: 31
Views: 3,005
Posted By tonkaplonka

Go for it Appoo!! I left the RAF 18 months ago...

Go for it Appoo!! I left the RAF 18 months ago and gained my B1.3 in June. I too posted on another forum and was met by the same scaremongers, saying civvy street will be a big shock, in at the...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Sep 2009, 18:04
Replies: 9
Views: 9,454
Posted By tonkaplonka

I had the pleasure of being a pax with Mr Malric...

I had the pleasure of being a pax with Mr Malric Smith in 1989 while my father was filming out of the door of his Jet Ranger over the Hamble in Southampton.
It was most enjoyable and I'll always...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
20th Aug 2009, 19:56
Replies: 2
Views: 1,835
Posted By tonkaplonka

You need to tick the B2 box in the exam...

You need to tick the B2 box in the exam application as 3, 4 and 5 are at a different level. That and M13 is what you need.
Forum: Rotorheads
15th May 2009, 19:59
Replies: 82
Views: 14,732
Posted By tonkaplonka

Why can't they park the thing on a miltary base. ...

Why can't they park the thing on a miltary base. Surely must be somewhere nearby. That's what the PSNI do at Aldergrove.
Forum: Rotorheads
5th Apr 2009, 12:03
Replies: 524
Views: 226,607
Posted By tonkaplonka

BBC NEWS | Scotland | North East/N Isles | Crash...

BBC NEWS | Scotland | North East/N Isles | Crash helicopter wreckage found (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotland/north_east/7984332.stm)
Confirmation of finding the wreckage.
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
15th Oct 2008, 22:17
Replies: 5
Views: 740
Posted By tonkaplonka

I've used Loctite 330, I think it was that...

I've used Loctite 330, I think it was that anyway, it was blue! on my Impreza gearbox. On the layshaft to hold the 5th gear locknut. Once it sets though, you'll have big trouble getting it back off...
Forum: Engineers & Technicians
15th Aug 2008, 16:20
Replies: 19
Views: 2,110
Posted By tonkaplonka

I would say YES!!!. I've just left after 12...

I would say YES!!!. I've just left after 12 years. I've completed all my Part 66 Modules and this will help you get a job a lot easier. They were beating down my door when I first put my CV out...
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