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Forum: Military Aviation
27th Jun 2016, 18:03
Replies: 53
Views: 28,722
Posted By PFMG

Thanks for all the contributions. In between the...

Thanks for all the contributions. In between the soul searching, blame and general re-run of last Thurday's events some replies actually discussed the issues I raised. I suppose the former is only to...
Forum: Military Aviation
25th Jun 2016, 08:57
Replies: 53
Views: 28,722
Posted By PFMG

P8 procurement

So, following on from the momentous decision taken by the UK voting public on Thursday I offer up a few questions to ponder over:

Did MoD set the purchase price of the P8 at the time of the...
Forum: Military Aviation
6th Nov 2015, 10:24
Replies: 12
Views: 2,857
Posted By PFMG

Since the branch is not exactly overwhelmed with...

Since the branch is not exactly overwhelmed with applicants and if we get a future MPA/MMA we will need a lot more, I cannot see how this initiative would have crowds lining up at the doors of the...
Forum: Military Aviation
9th Apr 2015, 20:18
Replies: 89
Views: 33,520
Posted By PFMG

The thing with low flying is that the best you...

The thing with low flying is that the best you can ever hope for is to equal the record.

An old and somewhat sensible QFI told me that one when I was in my youth and up for anything.
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Sep 2014, 16:26
Replies: 100
Views: 38,294
Posted By PFMG

I'm actually in that 40% taxpayer, 3 child...

I'm actually in that 40% taxpayer, 3 child position and the actual loss is more like 3 grand of gross earnings as the "family allowance" was paid net of tax.

And while I'm wound up, the statement...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Jun 2014, 06:53
Replies: 83
Views: 12,338
Posted By PFMG

For all of you with a US-centric view of the...

For all of you with a US-centric view of the world there is a New York in Lincolnshire (coincidentally just up the road from Boston) which if you care to take the Euotunnel you can depart from in...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Jun 2014, 06:06
Replies: 11
Views: 2,963
Posted By PFMG

Cowsgettingbigger - perhaps this was the NATO...

Cowsgettingbigger - perhaps this was the NATO Exercise refered to:

http://www.nato.int/cps/en/natolive/news_110351.htm
Forum: Military Aviation
23rd Apr 2014, 20:45
Replies: 1,628
Views: 483,760
Posted By PFMG

PA, I'll bet you a beer, although might take a...

PA, I'll bet you a beer, although might take a while to claim it, the numbers will be:

8 x P8

At least 16 crews possibly 20, forming 2 Sqns.

One will be 201 and I wouldn't be surprised if...
Forum: Military Aviation
18th Apr 2014, 08:39
Replies: 1,628
Views: 483,760
Posted By PFMG

So are you saying there is an option to extend to...

So are you saying there is an option to extend to 2018 rather than an actual decision, in which case no change.
Forum: Military Aviation
17th Apr 2014, 13:01
Replies: 1,628
Views: 483,760
Posted By PFMG

Really? I would have thought a decision like that...

Really? I would have thought a decision like that would be plastered all over the Raytheon/RAF/MoD websites.

How well informed is your mate?
Forum: Military Aviation
17th Apr 2014, 06:55
Replies: 1,628
Views: 483,760
Posted By PFMG

I thought Sentinel was planned to be out of...

I thought Sentinel was planned to be out of service next year, unless you know otherwise. How early were you thinking?
Forum: Military Aviation
16th Apr 2014, 07:15
Replies: 51
Views: 12,505
Posted By PFMG

Somewhat lacking in common sense though. On...

Somewhat lacking in common sense though.

On returning the clear brolly to Her Royal Highness it will surely be wet on the inside!:ugh:
Forum: Military Aviation
5th Apr 2014, 16:27
Replies: 76
Views: 23,072
Posted By PFMG

Getting noshed, or at least noshed off, had a...

Getting noshed, or at least noshed off, had a slightly different meaning on the kipper fleet and was mostly something that occurred on exercises and dets various - rum punch for instance or perhaps a...
Forum: Military Aviation
19th Mar 2014, 20:26
Replies: 234
Views: 56,379
Posted By PFMG

An overseas training flight (remember them?) to...

An overseas training flight (remember them?) to Valkenburg was a thinly veiled excuse for a weekend in Amsterdam
Forum: Military Aviation
19th Mar 2014, 19:33
Replies: 234
Views: 56,379
Posted By PFMG

ARAR/ARAX was cutting edge EW kit

ARAR/ARAX was cutting edge EW kit
Forum: Military Aviation
15th Mar 2014, 18:10
Replies: 272
Views: 49,054
Posted By PFMG

In order to add a little credibility to the AIS...

In order to add a little credibility to the AIS statement from Phoney Tony.

AIS is not mandatory for vessels of less than 300 tonnes but is often fitted. At between £500 - £1000 for a set its a...
Forum: Military Aviation
11th Mar 2014, 20:58
Replies: 272
Views: 49,054
Posted By PFMG

Wasn't it a 13 man crew? Ahh wait a minute,...

Wasn't it a 13 man crew?

Ahh wait a minute, you said trained - obviously that doesn't include the AEO who was merely there to keep the glare off the Tac screen.
Forum: Military Aviation
14th Feb 2014, 08:51
Replies: 54
Views: 12,299
Posted By PFMG

Can I assume that is also your theory as to why...

Can I assume that is also your theory as to why they were used in Libya and Mali?
Forum: Military Aviation
14th Feb 2014, 08:01
Replies: 54
Views: 12,299
Posted By PFMG

Surely the IA comment should relate to...

Surely the IA comment should relate to intelligence gleaned from other sources or previous knowledge/experience rather than the straight interpretation of the image.
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Feb 2014, 19:17
Replies: 16
Views: 4,457
Posted By PFMG

I don't disagree but perhaps that's because the...

I don't disagree but perhaps that's because the codes to which you refered to previously were Dolphins.

Submariners always had more class - try

Dolphin code...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Feb 2014, 18:08
Replies: 16
Views: 4,457
Posted By PFMG

Not sure that ACP 165 was what was in mind, ...

Not sure that ACP 165 was what was in mind,

Try this however

Fighter Pilot University :: Falcon Codes (http://www.fighterpilotuniversity.com/history/nature-of-the-beast/falcon-codes/)
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Nov 2013, 23:03
Replies: 171
Views: 34,819
Posted By PFMG

Does anyone know what the piano music at 43.20...

Does anyone know what the piano music at 43.20 was? PFMG minor would like to play it but I can't find out what it is.
Forum: Military Aviation
23rd Jul 2013, 17:51
Replies: 161
Views: 35,181
Posted By PFMG

Roland - re your post #96, I think that is the...

Roland - re your post #96, I think that is the best and most accurate reflection of the options and possible outcomes on this thread.

For what it is worth I think option 3 is probably the bookies...
Forum: Military Aviation
8th Jun 2013, 07:51
Replies: 42
Views: 16,148
Posted By PFMG

On the subject of "best qualification" to have, I...

On the subject of "best qualification" to have, I suppose it depends on the role the individual is expected to undertake. QWI, QWI(ISR), TP will be employed in different roles. Once moved on which...
Forum: Military Aviation
25th May 2013, 11:06
Replies: 20
Views: 5,433
Posted By PFMG

Which will no doubt allow for legacy equipment to...

Which will no doubt allow for legacy equipment to be used during a transitional period but the public face of the RAF should at least embrace the latest kit. (Unless you think the new boots are crap)
Forum: Military Aviation
25th May 2013, 09:20
Replies: 20
Views: 5,433
Posted By PFMG

However, Be a good chap and pop down to...

However,

Be a good chap and pop down to stores for some up to date flying boots:=
Forum: Military Aviation
25th May 2013, 06:50
Replies: 23
Views: 4,749
Posted By PFMG

To be honest I would struggle to find then on the...

To be honest I would struggle to find then on the station telephone directory. Never have got the hang of the daft BSW/FSW thingy. What was wrong with Ops Admin Eng wings?
Forum: Military Aviation
24th May 2013, 13:42
Replies: 3
Views: 3,203
Posted By PFMG

Breaking news

Appears that QRA was scrambled due to an incident on Pakistan airline jet

BBC News - RAF Typhoons scrambled after Pakistan Airline incident (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22658979)
Forum: Military Aviation
21st Apr 2013, 10:59
Replies: 43
Views: 14,521
Posted By PFMG

I don't know - 201 Sqn used to get away with it....

I don't know - 201 Sqn used to get away with it. No hang on that was mincing...sorry :}
Forum: Military Aviation
18th Apr 2013, 19:34
Replies: 43
Views: 14,521
Posted By PFMG

6 posts and no mention of an MPA role fit yet -...

6 posts and no mention of an MPA role fit yet - come on guys
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Feb 2013, 11:39
Replies: 121
Views: 35,726
Posted By PFMG

After all the Nimrod banter I'm surprised no-one...

After all the Nimrod banter I'm surprised no-one has recalled that CXX were also known as The Masons - or did I just dream that?
Forum: Military Aviation
11th May 2012, 12:48
Replies: 54
Views: 15,183
Posted By PFMG

I have never been called forward for CDT so you...

I have never been called forward for CDT so you might have to wait a long time to refuse one.
Forum: Military Aviation
1st Feb 2012, 09:40
Replies: 186
Views: 76,300
Posted By PFMG

The carrier group must be within spitting...

The carrier group must be within spitting distance of the UK now. Wonder if our fleet of MPA aircraft are following it to gain useful intelligence.

Oh wait a minute...I've just remembered :ugh:
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Jan 2012, 19:44
Replies: 186
Views: 76,300
Posted By PFMG

TEEEJ, For all the sad muppets like me can...

TEEEJ,

For all the sad muppets like me can we have another thrilling installment.

It makes up for not getting the latest gen from the barber in Forres High St or the barmaid in the...
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Sep 2011, 08:33
Replies: 173
Views: 45,825
Posted By PFMG

Rather than comparing the financial package to...

Rather than comparing the financial package to someone in civilian life which is really rather irrelevant why not dwell a while on the gross unfairness of the selection process.

Aircrew mates who...
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