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Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
10th Jun 2018, 13:36
Replies: 2
Views: 4,538
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Poose, I have over 1200 hrs and 1000 non...

Hi Poose,

I have over 1200 hrs and 1000 non airline jet experience.

I heard some people were not successful.
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
25th May 2018, 09:38
Replies: 2
Views: 4,538
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

TUI Previous Commercial ‘Non-Airline’ Pilot

Hello,

Has anyone been selected for the assessment stage for the recent TUI 'Non-Airline' Pilot recruitment?

This is the format of the assessment.Our assessment centres are a two way process;...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
3rd Jan 2015, 23:22
Replies: 2
Views: 3,182
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Luisgon I did some hour building through...

Hi Luisgon

I did some hour building through them back in 2006. I had a good time, really nice to fly around Spain and Portugal.

As for the other training did it in the UK.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
13th Mar 2011, 10:00
Replies: 9
Views: 1,530
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Citation XLS

Hi Ashtonwheel,

The Citation XLS is an aircraft in high demand and holds its value well due to this. What is the reason for only looking in the Middle East?

If you Googled XLS for sale in the...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
28th Feb 2011, 20:37
Replies: 5
Views: 2,470
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi, There are no CBTs for Citations, however...

Hi,

There are no CBTs for Citations, however check ebay as there are always things like that on there. Search for Citation Bravo manuals there are 2 for sale £37.33 + £22.15 for delivery,...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
4th Feb 2011, 22:10
Replies: 37
Views: 18,656
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi JEM60, I went to see Concorde at Filton...

Hi JEM60,

I went to see Concorde at Filton and spoke to an engineer, the aircraft was parked after its last flight and put to bed. So it still had fuel and hydraulics on board and looked in...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
3rd Feb 2011, 21:28
Replies: 37
Views: 18,656
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Well I had a good look around her before she went...

Well I had a good look around her before she went off for maintenance and they are keeping her in excellent condition, everything is sealed and secured to prevent damage and deterioration. There was...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
3rd Feb 2011, 21:08
Replies: 20
Views: 3,708
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Minimum wage, I was referring to a number...

Hi Minimum wage,

I was referring to a number of things including similar principles of operation albeit single pilot.

Power levers, no fussing with pitch, mixture and throttle.
You operate the...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
3rd Feb 2011, 18:02
Replies: 20
Views: 3,708
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi me179 and laakDown, Your statement...

Hi me179 and laakDown,

Your statement regarding training in the USA, be careful, what I am about to say is not from my experience as I chose to do my CPL-ME-IR & MCC in the UK. I have seen a few...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
2nd Feb 2011, 22:04
Replies: 4
Views: 2,122
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

I agree with portsharbourflyer, before the...

I agree with portsharbourflyer, before the recession just a type rating with base training would suffice. I funded my own rating it took me 5 months to get a job but all worked out well.

My...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
2nd Feb 2011, 19:32
Replies: 20
Views: 3,708
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi, Times are tough at the moment and...

Hi,

Times are tough at the moment and decisions are always difficult. My belief is that if you really want something, work hard and be persistent, as opportunities are out there.

I trained at...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Feb 2011, 18:04
Replies: 47
Views: 6,657
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Lets not forget that the Americans have also...

Lets not forget that the Americans have also built some really bad Aircraft such as their swept wing version of Concorde.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
2nd Feb 2011, 17:46
Replies: 37
Views: 18,656
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

This statement does raise questions "this special...

This statement does raise questions "this special Concorde must receive regular maintenance and care".

Why would BA and Airbus keep that Concorde flyable if they only intend it to use it as a...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
2nd Feb 2011, 06:49
Replies: 9
Views: 6,011
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Jet Aviaiton is not the type of company that...

Jet Aviaiton is not the type of company that would ask pilots to pay for their own visa via Western Union.

I would call Jet Aviation directly and ask if they are hiring, you will soon receive your...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
2nd Feb 2011, 06:38
Replies: 37
Views: 18,656
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Will Concorde fly again as a private or military flight

I recently visited Concorde at Filton before they closed it as a public exhibit. The Filton Concorde had the most modifications of the fleet and is in pristine condition.

The reason behind...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Feb 2011, 06:27
Replies: 47
Views: 6,657
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Topped by the A380 in size, capacity and luxury. ...

Topped by the A380 in size, capacity and luxury.

Concorde, will carry 100 people at Mach 2 above all but military traffic, with the best food, wine, Champagne in the sky. The 747 would take...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
1st Feb 2011, 22:09
Replies: 47
Views: 6,657
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

The best for me was Concorde, she was a...

The best for me was Concorde, she was a magnificent aircraft and I am sad that no one will be able to experience what I have.

Looking out of the flight deck over the earth, during the cruise, for...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
7th Sep 2010, 18:31
Replies: 9
Views: 1,927
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Crosswind Limits, No it was another Excel...

Hi Crosswind Limits,

No it was another Excel based in Geneva. TAG possibly no longer manage the aircraft.

How many hours do you have?
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
5th Sep 2010, 22:39
Replies: 9
Views: 1,927
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Guys, I can confirm that there is at...

Hi Guys,

I can confirm that there is at least 1 FO out of work. ME!

3 operators I worked for went bust and I have not flown since. TAG is the only company I worked for that is doing well.
...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
8th Jun 2010, 22:53
Replies: 9
Views: 2,858
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi 560_Flyer, I worked for a few companies...

Hi 560_Flyer,

I worked for a few companies in Europe and my daily rate was 250 euros. I am in a similar situation, <1000hrs.

3 year contract at those rates beats a call centre/ office job.
...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
21st Mar 2010, 20:56
Replies: 9
Views: 6,847
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Curtis, Thanks for clearing that up, much...

Hi Curtis,

Thanks for clearing that up, much appreciated.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
21st Mar 2010, 17:26
Replies: 9
Views: 6,847
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Curtis, Thanks for the info. I...

Hi Curtis,

Thanks for the info.

I checked LASORS, seems to suggest that as long as my LPC is conducted within 5 years of my last LPC expiry date, an LPC would be the only check necessary.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
21st Mar 2010, 14:40
Replies: 9
Views: 6,847
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

JAA Type Rating Validity following LPC.

Hi,

I am trying to find out what the validity period is on a JAA type rating following an LPC. I can't find the answer in LASORS

Eg Initial TR valid until December 2007, LPC valid from December...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
16th Dec 2009, 20:23
Replies: 18
Views: 1,454
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Amex, Thanks for pointing out my mistake,...

Hi Amex,

Thanks for pointing out my mistake, liked your comment :ok:

Unfortunately when I wrote it my quad espresso style coffee had not reached my brain!
Either that or my day job is damaging...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
16th Dec 2009, 07:48
Replies: 18
Views: 1,454
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi All, I am more worried about getting a...

Hi All,

I am more worried about getting a job and paying the bills than radiation!

Concorde monitored radiation at FL500 - FL600 and there was nothing to worry about. The levels posed no...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
14th Dec 2009, 12:34
Replies: 1
Views: 1,290
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Complaint RE, CAA Licensing Department

Hi,

Has anyone sent their type rating application into the CAA at Gatwick, had payment taken, yet never receive their new license?

I have been waiting since 27 October, when payment was taken. ...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
10th Dec 2009, 07:44
Replies: 22
Views: 6,637
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi HD, A brave soul you are! Vnukovo is...

Hi HD,

A brave soul you are!

Vnukovo is a magical place. Get your Russian Visa before you go otherwise 3 hours waiting in a Cirrus is not much fun, as they will make you wait on board and...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
28th Nov 2009, 08:08
Replies: 477
Views: 110,199
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Guys, Now that it has been reported JB...

Hi Guys,

Now that it has been reported JB has failed to secure financing and most possibly the nail in the coffin is the Dubai market crash casting doubts over banks again, no one will throw more...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
24th Nov 2009, 07:06
Replies: 477
Views: 110,199
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi X933, What would concern me is that if...

Hi X933,

What would concern me is that if they manage to get enough money together to launch it doesn't mean they will have enough to see them through until they have a steady flow of income. ...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
23rd Nov 2009, 19:25
Replies: 477
Views: 110,199
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi, 1 year ago JB was valued at 100mil Euro....

Hi,

1 year ago JB was valued at 100mil Euro. They state they have received an initial investment of over 700,000 Euro from a German financier and a Saudi family invested 6.9 mil Euro in the...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
16th Nov 2009, 10:51
Replies: 127
Views: 47,546
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi X933, I can only comment on my limited...

Hi X933,

I can only comment on my limited knowledge regarding GRSXL. To the best of my knowledge this aircraft is privatly owned and was not chartered. It was managed by Bluestream for the...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
10th Nov 2009, 07:24
Replies: 23
Views: 3,327
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi All, My best meal would have to be after...

Hi All,

My best meal would have to be after we touched down in Vnukovo for a week stop over and had to wait on the Citation for 2 hours while our passports were being processed. We had a nice...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
28th Oct 2009, 09:40
Replies: 477
Views: 110,199
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Holliwood, I am an FO and I recently...

Hi Holliwood,

I am an FO and I recently received a call. Relaxed interview hopefully went well.
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
27th Oct 2009, 19:23
Replies: 477
Views: 110,199
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi Phil, I did say 'possibly' LEA. They...

Hi Phil,

I did say 'possibly' LEA. They have been making pilots redundant even on the Mustangs and they are on hard times as far as finances and paying their loans for their aircraft. They were...
Forum: Biz Jets, Ag Flying, GA etc.
27th Oct 2009, 08:11
Replies: 477
Views: 110,199
Posted By ExcelXLS Driver

Hi, Punk666 you are correct in your...

Hi,

Punk666 you are correct in your statement.

With Jet Republic facing bankruptcy, as a by product of the recession, Jetbird's launch could be coming at a good time and the right time. They...
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