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Forum: Rotorheads
17th Aug 2010, 04:38
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Soggy, Happy Birthday! Just remember, in the...

Soggy,

Happy Birthday! Just remember, in the good ol' USA you can still fly. It ain't over yet.

All the best.
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Aug 2010, 16:56
Replies: 68
Views: 23,334
Posted By loav8r

I have not read the briefing sheets or even heard...

I have not read the briefing sheets or even heard of them. Where would I find them?
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Aug 2010, 14:54
Replies: 68
Views: 23,334
Posted By loav8r

Cool CHC Equatorial Guinea

Anyone out there have some info on the current operations in EG or Malabo? I could use some info on possible bases, accomodations, etc. Any info would be greatly appreciated. :ok:

Signed,

On...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Jul 2010, 23:22
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Can we please stop this non-sense of pyscho...

Can we please stop this non-sense of pyscho literature and Dutch art? God I hate literature (not as much as poetry though)! Please, leave all the poetic dribble on Literature Rumers.org or European...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Sep 2009, 21:28
Replies: 9
Views: 2,438
Posted By loav8r

I don't see the picture to download. Can you try...

I don't see the picture to download. Can you try to reattach it again?

Thanks.

loav8r
Forum: Rotorheads
17th Apr 2009, 13:21
Replies: 47
Views: 36,538
Posted By loav8r

Hey guys, I'm not a Vietnam Vet, although I was...

Hey guys, I'm not a Vietnam Vet, although I was born in the 60s.:ok: I am, however, a Vet of numerous other conflicts. Anyhow, I just wanted to pipe-in and say that I had the privilege of meeting...
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Apr 2009, 19:07
Replies: 95
Views: 23,967
Posted By loav8r

Someone had mentioned that titanium is a fragile...

Someone had mentioned that titanium is a fragile metal. I’m not a metallurgist by any means but it seems that every Blackhawk crash that I have seen, the rotorhead is wholly intact. By the way, the...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Apr 2009, 22:21
Replies: 60
Views: 19,168
Posted By loav8r

I agree with FH Pilot, PHI is a good company and...

I agree with FH Pilot, PHI is a good company and their training dept. is outstanding. I enjoyed my time with them (though short) but for me, it was all about the money. I couldn't afford to support...
Forum: Rotorheads
21st Jan 2009, 19:05
Replies: 354
Views: 87,719
Posted By loav8r

As a former PHI C++ pilot, I can pretty much...

As a former PHI C++ pilot, I can pretty much assure you the pilots were not flying in 3 cue. We were trained to climb/decend in 3 cue, but not cruise in 3 cue. We were aware of the torque demands due...
Forum: Rotorheads
6th Jan 2009, 06:41
Replies: 354
Views: 87,719
Posted By loav8r

The spokesman in which you are referring is the...

The spokesman in which you are referring is the Chief Admin. Officer, not a pilot. He is in charge of running the business, under Mr. Al of course, so why he is speaking on behalf of the pilots is...
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Jan 2009, 09:43
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

That statement about Del Smith is very funny. I...

That statement about Del Smith is very funny. I didn't think another person could be "greater" employer than the late Bob.
I couldn't agree more with the management philosophy at Evergreen....
Forum: Rotorheads
2nd Dec 2008, 22:35
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Nigerian Air Law Exam Study Guide

Does anyone here happen to have a copy of the Air Law Study Guide handy on digits they could e-mail me? The test is next week and I would like to get a jump on it asap.

Thanks in advance.:cool:
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Nov 2008, 12:38
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

This is a bit troubling. As a novice to working...

This is a bit troubling. As a novice to working in Africa (as a civilian) but accustomed to working in not-so-nice countries, does this type of activity happen very often to Westerners working in...
Forum: Rotorheads
29th Nov 2008, 12:28
Replies: 20
Views: 8,268
Posted By loav8r

Thumbs up Awesome calendar.:D

Awesome calendar.:D
Forum: Rotorheads
4th Nov 2008, 11:42
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Tony, are an American living in Munich working...

Tony, are an American living in Munich working overseas? Just curious.
Forum: Rotorheads
1st Nov 2008, 19:12
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Nigerian Visa

Got a question concerning the Nigerian Visa for Americans. I was lucky enough to make the cut for Bristow so I believe a Nigerian Visa is required to work there. How much time (average) does it take...
Forum: Rotorheads
28th Oct 2008, 12:14
Replies: 15
Views: 2,354
Posted By loav8r

I have noticed that getting a job flying...

I have noticed that getting a job flying helicopters lately isn't that difficult. However, all my time has been in twins with a good bit of IFR experience but it was my impression that the industry...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Oct 2008, 01:07
Replies: 14
Views: 4,319
Posted By loav8r

Those Hooter girls sure have it a lot easier.

Those Hooter girls sure have it a lot easier.
Forum: Rotorheads
12th Oct 2008, 15:02
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Ok, so the thesis of this discussion we are...

Ok, so the thesis of this discussion we are having is morale is low. That appears to be clear.
As far as my info goes, I fly S-76s and most of my time is in twins with a military background (been...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Oct 2008, 11:06
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

What are the conditions like at the two air...

What are the conditions like at the two air bases? How are the company facilities? How is maint? What is the morale like? Are guys happy or do they have the mentality of, "I'm just here to pay the...
Forum: Rotorheads
11th Oct 2008, 00:46
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Bristow in Africa

Anyone interested in talking a little bit about Bristow in Africa? I'm looking into it and would like a little insider info is possible.

Thanks in advance.
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Sep 2008, 00:46
Replies: 3
Views: 768
Posted By loav8r

Don't know, but...

I don't know if the TT will be lowered, however, the pay should go up quite a bit for qualified pilots. I could not see the status quo (pay/benefits) continuing in the GoM with such a demand in...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Sep 2008, 02:33
Replies: 56
Views: 15,821
Posted By loav8r

What exactly is the problem with CHC in Nigeria?...

What exactly is the problem with CHC in Nigeria? Is this the only area where CHC is stumbling or are there problems elsewhere? Whatever the problems are, I hope they are resolved soon so I can get...
Forum: Rotorheads
22nd Sep 2008, 02:00
Replies: 56
Views: 15,821
Posted By loav8r

Recruitment

There was a comment made earlier asking about recruitment freezes. I would like more comments on this topic if possible. I was to fly to Vancouver this past summer and conduct part two of the...
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jun 2008, 15:04
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Smile Opps

Sorry, it was meant as request for all information, good or bad. :ooh: Just trying to get both sides of the story. No offense.
Forum: Rotorheads
27th Jun 2008, 02:23
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Birstow Info

Would anyone be willing to give me some info on Bristow; good, bad or ugly? How the company is, the jobs and compensation? Either here or e-mail is fine.

Thanks in advance.
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jun 2008, 23:03
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Thanks

Thanks for the photos. I can understand and appreciate the Operational Security (OPSEC) surrounding the bases and probably know better to ask. However, the general photos are nice and appreciable. My...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jun 2008, 00:40
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

Nigeria photos

Does anyone have any photos to post of their bases located in Africa, especially in Nigeria? Just want to get an idea of the conditions for the pilots.
Thanks in advance.
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Jun 2008, 00:35
Replies: 31
Views: 4,425
Posted By loav8r

CRM

We had a parking brake in the UH-60 Blackhawk sort of like the one in the S-76 except it was futher aft and on the center console. We had a different method in setting the brake than what we use in...
Forum: Rotorheads
8th May 2008, 02:07
Replies: 11
Views: 2,197
Posted By loav8r

CHC changes

Hello All,

I have been recently informed that I am not to show-up in Vancouver for the next process in their interview phase due to a temporary hiring freeze. So far everything went great,...
Forum: Rotorheads
25th Apr 2008, 03:36
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

CHC Newhires

I'm not an AS365, only an S-76 guy, so hopefully they're not kicking (or gonna be kicking) the S-76 guys to the curb. :8
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Apr 2008, 13:13
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

CHC Newhires

Thanks, sometimes I forget what the "R" in PPRuNe stands for. I have been trying for a while to get on with CHC and now I have a break. I would not like this moment to be spoiled with a hiring...
Forum: Rotorheads
24th Apr 2008, 02:03
Replies: 5,788
Views: 2,099,023
Posted By loav8r

CHC Newhires

So what is all this gossip about CHC not hiring right now? I am going to Vancouver next month for part two of the interview process. Is this for real or just a rumor?
Thanks.:confused:
Forum: Rotorheads
13th Apr 2008, 20:13
Replies: 11
Views: 2,197
Posted By loav8r

CHC Vancouver Experience

Hello Gents,

I am off to Vancouver shortly and will be taking the various tests one must take for CHC before being considered for hire. I would appreciate it if someone would be willing to answer...
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